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Walter Pennell Obituary

Walter Eugene "Gene" Pennell Charleston - Walter Eugene "Gene" Pennell, 85, of Charleston, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest Thursday, November 12, 2020. His graveside funeral service will be held Friday, November 20, 2020 in Riverview Memorial Park, 3715 Azalea Drive at 1:00 p.m. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Downtown Chapel. Gene was born August 15, 1935 in Charleston, South Carolina, son of the late Shuford V. Pennell and Dorothy Illing Pennell. He was a graduate of Murray Vocational High School and a retired advertising distributor for the Post and Courier. Gene was a member of The Cathedral Church of St. Luke and St. Paul. He is survived by his brother, George I. Pennell; long-time companion, Janice Dowtin; four nephews; one niece; and several great-nieces and nephews. Gene was predeceased by his brother, John L. Pennell. Memorials may be made to Pet Helpers of Charleston, 1447 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412 or to the Charleston Chapter of the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Nov. 17 to Nov. 18, 2020.

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George Pennell

November 19, 2020

We were three brothers young brothers growing up in the war years. In
a busy port of embarkation, so had the black outs and air raid warnings.
Then game the great years after the war. It was a wonderful time and place to
thrive. But time marches on, and I went into the Marines and never returned
to Charleston, except for brief visits. So now so long Gene, you are missed already.

Jeanne Canfield Gerhardt

November 19, 2020

My deepest sympathy to the Pennell family. Gene and his mother were a part of my church family, "their pew" was very close to ours. I've known him all of my life. May your memories bring you comfort in this time of sorrow. God's peace. Jeanne and Don Gerhardt

American Heart Association

November 18, 2020

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

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3715 Azalea Drive, North Charleston, SC 28495

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