Esma "Alice" Penwell
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Esma "Alice" Penwell, 83, of Seymour, TN and formerly of Findlay, OH, went to be with our Heavenly Father on Tuesday, September 14, 2021. She was born on July 22, 1938, in Cleves, OH to her parents, William Chester Retherford and Olive May West Retherford. Alice was an accomplished seamstress and sewed intricate designs for the community for all occasions, most notably weddings. She was an active member of the Christian Church and served in their Children's and Youth Ministries for 50 years. Her devotion and desire to share the word of the Lord touched the lives of many.
She was preceded recently in death by her husband, Harold L. Penwell; parents, William Chester Retherford and Olive May West Retherford; son, Roger Alan Penwell; brother, Chester Retherford; and her sister, Nora Lou Lewis. Alice is survived by her sons, Randy L. Penwell and wife, Stephanie, Rusty D. Penwell and wife, Dawn; daughter-in-law, Jennifer M. Penwell Porch; grandchildren, Benjamin (Lisa), Caleb (Memorey), Jessica (Mike), Michal Ruth, Lydia Hadassah (Len), J.R. (Kaylee), J.C. (Richard), J.W., and Jordan; and 15 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Arrangements are in the care of Atchley Funeral Home, Seymour. Online condolences may be made at www.atchleyfuneralhome.com