Monday, October 31, 2005
Happy Halloween
I can remember Halloween parties at the Eakin house when we'd meet there and go around the neighborhood trick or treating. I think the worst thing we did may have involved soap. Can't remember doing any real damage back in those days. Just dressing up and getting more candy as teens than we ever collected as little kids.
So, if anyone else in the Class of 1965 wants to share Halloween stories, send 'em. I'll put 'em on this posting.
In the meantime, have some fun tonight. Go trick or treating!
Congrats to Gil Bohan and his White Sox.
It's a rainy Monday in Sandpoint. The big issue these days is Urban Renewal and how it's going to add to the changing face of this town. Speaking of which, the newest Sandpoint Magazine is out; if you want a copy, you can go to www.sandpointonline.com and click "Sandpoint Magazine" in the link offerings on the left side of the page. There's a story about Pulitzer Prize Winning author Marilynne Robinson who spent part of her childhood here.
Happy Halloween.
So, if anyone else in the Class of 1965 wants to share Halloween stories, send 'em. I'll put 'em on this posting.
In the meantime, have some fun tonight. Go trick or treating!
Congrats to Gil Bohan and his White Sox.
It's a rainy Monday in Sandpoint. The big issue these days is Urban Renewal and how it's going to add to the changing face of this town. Speaking of which, the newest Sandpoint Magazine is out; if you want a copy, you can go to www.sandpointonline.com and click "Sandpoint Magazine" in the link offerings on the left side of the page. There's a story about Pulitzer Prize Winning author Marilynne Robinson who spent part of her childhood here.
Happy Halloween.
Monday, October 17, 2005
So, is Gil Bohan happy this morning?
Go White Sox! Does anyone out there know if Gil Bohan has been celebrating all night since his White Sox finally got back into the World Series for the first time since we were in the seventh grade?
If anyone has the scoop, write and let me know. Also, if you've got thoughts on the Series, send them my way (malove@imbris.net), and I'll post 'em on the blog.
Now, if Houston can win tonight, my hubby will be happy.
If anyone has the scoop, write and let me know. Also, if you've got thoughts on the Series, send them my way (malove@imbris.net), and I'll post 'em on the blog.
Now, if Houston can win tonight, my hubby will be happy.
Tuesday, October 11, 2005
Doug's obituary and updates
Update, Oct. 17: Some thoughts about Doug's memorial this past Friday appear on my blog at www.slightdetour.blogspot.com.
Also, Bonnie Eng (Class of 1967) sent me this note today:
Oct. 11: Doug Pennington's obituary appeared in today's local paper with a photo of him in his Army uniform. I thought I'd share it with those of you who don't have access to the Daily Bee.
Charles Douglas "Doug" Pennington
Charles Douglas "Doug" Pennington passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005.
Memorial services will be conducted Friday, Oct. 14, 2005, in Coffelt's Moon Chapel. The Rev. Dr. Nancy Copeland-Payton will officiate. Inurnment will be in Pinecrest Memorial Park.
Memorials may be made to Angels over Sandpoint or to a charity of the donor's choice.
Doug was born in Sandpoint on June 8, 1947, the son of Charley and Dora Pennington. He attended Sandpoint schools, graduating from Sandpoint High School in 1965. He attended North Idaho College. He served with the U.S. Army in Vietnam. The war is now over for Doug.
He worked in construction, as a bricklayer, locally for many years. He was a master mason and was known for the beautiful fireplaces he built.
His nickname was "Jumbo," and he loved to tell stories about fishing and camping in the Green Monarchs. He enjoyed raising a vegetable garden and sharing the produce. He also liked to raise flowers and pick huckleberries. He will remain in our hearts and prayers forever.
Doug is survived by his daughter Holly Pennington of Moyie Springs, Idaho, two granddaughters, Laylah and India Rain Pennington, both of Moyie Springs; three sisters, Charlotte (John) Telinger of Savannah, Ga., Joanne (Paul) Kelly of Berkeley, Calif., and Esther (Larry) Inselman of Sandpoint; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charley and Dora Pennington.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of Coffelt Funeral Service of Sandpoint.
Also, Bonnie Eng (Class of 1967) sent me this note today:
Hi Marianne,
Esther sent this to me and I wanted to thank you for writing it. I was in Germany with Jacinda and family and unable to attend Doug's service. It was nice to read a little about it and I appreciate your thoughts and beautiful recap of it.
I've known Doug my entire life having my father's restaurant so close to his father's furniture store. Also a few years ago Doug came by my house and gave me a chair that was once in my father's restaurant. His father bought alot of the furniture when my father sold the cafe. He worked on it and refinished it for me and gave it to me...just because that was the kind of man he was. I cherished it then and I cherish it even more now.
His battles are over and he was a good man. When I think of him; I think of him fondly.
Bonnie Eng
Oct. 11: Doug Pennington's obituary appeared in today's local paper with a photo of him in his Army uniform. I thought I'd share it with those of you who don't have access to the Daily Bee.
Charles Douglas "Doug" Pennington
Charles Douglas "Doug" Pennington passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005.
Memorial services will be conducted Friday, Oct. 14, 2005, in Coffelt's Moon Chapel. The Rev. Dr. Nancy Copeland-Payton will officiate. Inurnment will be in Pinecrest Memorial Park.
Memorials may be made to Angels over Sandpoint or to a charity of the donor's choice.
Doug was born in Sandpoint on June 8, 1947, the son of Charley and Dora Pennington. He attended Sandpoint schools, graduating from Sandpoint High School in 1965. He attended North Idaho College. He served with the U.S. Army in Vietnam. The war is now over for Doug.
He worked in construction, as a bricklayer, locally for many years. He was a master mason and was known for the beautiful fireplaces he built.
His nickname was "Jumbo," and he loved to tell stories about fishing and camping in the Green Monarchs. He enjoyed raising a vegetable garden and sharing the produce. He also liked to raise flowers and pick huckleberries. He will remain in our hearts and prayers forever.
Doug is survived by his daughter Holly Pennington of Moyie Springs, Idaho, two granddaughters, Laylah and India Rain Pennington, both of Moyie Springs; three sisters, Charlotte (John) Telinger of Savannah, Ga., Joanne (Paul) Kelly of Berkeley, Calif., and Esther (Larry) Inselman of Sandpoint; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charley and Dora Pennington.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of Coffelt Funeral Service of Sandpoint.
Thursday, October 06, 2005
Remembering Doug Pennington and updates
I don't know how many classmates are checking this blog, but I'll hope that you do from time to time. This morning (Thursday, Oct. 6), I'm sad to pass along the news to you that Doug Pennington has died.
There was very little in the obituary in today's paper, except that he died Tuesday. More information is forthcoming. Whenever that happens, I'll post it here.
In the meantime, I wrote a few paragraphs about Doug, and some others who've died this week, on my personal blog: www.slightdetour.blogspot.com.
Make the most of your day---today, tomorrow, etc.
Update, Friday, Oct. 7: Doug's sister Esther told me his funeral will be next Friday at 11 p.m. at Coffelt Funeral home in Sandpoint. She also added, "Since Viet Nam, he hasn't been the same, but now the War is over for him."
Robin Melior Bernhardt sent some thoughts too. If you'd like to add to these memories of Doug, send your thoughts to me at malove@imbris.net. I'll post them here, and will make a copy for Doug's daughter Holly.
There was very little in the obituary in today's paper, except that he died Tuesday. More information is forthcoming. Whenever that happens, I'll post it here.
In the meantime, I wrote a few paragraphs about Doug, and some others who've died this week, on my personal blog: www.slightdetour.blogspot.com.
Make the most of your day---today, tomorrow, etc.
Update, Friday, Oct. 7: Doug's sister Esther told me his funeral will be next Friday at 11 p.m. at Coffelt Funeral home in Sandpoint. She also added, "Since Viet Nam, he hasn't been the same, but now the War is over for him."
Robin Melior Bernhardt sent some thoughts too. If you'd like to add to these memories of Doug, send your thoughts to me at malove@imbris.net. I'll post them here, and will make a copy for Doug's daughter Holly.
Hi Marianne,
I have been reading your blog spot daily and enjoying it so much. You have such a wonderful memory. That's how I learned about Doug. Mom will probably be calling this evening with the news. Doug & I went from kindergarten through 6th grade together, along with JoAnn Rogers. She & I spent every minute we could together while in grade school at Farmin.
Our grandparents lived across the alley, so we played together all the time. I remember JoAnn & I going to Doug's (probably 7th or 8th) Birthday party. We wore matching dresses, they were white with red apples printed on the fabric.
When we were in kindergarten, Doug & I were going to get married when we grew up.
Our grandparents lived across the alley, so we played together all the time. I remember JoAnn & I going to Doug's (probably 7th or 8th) Birthday party. We wore matching dresses, they were white with red apples printed on the fabric.
When we were in kindergarten, Doug & I were going to get married when we grew up.
I missed Doug at the reunion and wondered how he was doing? I'm glad to hear you think his daughter, Holly is special. I have never net her, but I'm sure she is. She came from a good family.
Mrs. Pennington was so sweet and always made a special effort to talk to me when I went to church with Mom years after leaving Sandpoint.
Mrs. Pennington was so sweet and always made a special effort to talk to me when I went to church with Mom years after leaving Sandpoint.
