Sylvia Pennington

Sylvia Pennington, long-time resident of Watson, Arkansas, died August 3, 2015 in Pine Bluff at the age of 95. Born in Perry County, Arkansas, on May 7, 1920, she was the daughter of Johnny and Mary Dickson Humphreys. Sylvia was pre-deceased by her husband, Verdell Pennington; a daughter, Mary Lou McGill; a granddaughter, Priscella McGill and her parents. She was also pre-deceased by five brothers; Clifford, Troy, Victor, Leo, and Everett Humphreys, as well as, three sisters; Willie Humphreys, Clydie Mitchell and Evy Douthit. She was a member of the White Hall United Pentecostal Church and joyfully attended when health permitted. She especially liked the music. She leaves behind her children: Catherine Gibson (Amos) of St. Louis; Jerry Pennington (Jeanie) of Pine Bluff; Helen Pennington of Rogers; Patricia Fair (Ed) of Springdale; Don Pennington (Debbie) of Dumas; Dennis Pennington of Watson, and Kenneth Pennington (Jackie) of Watson. Sylvia's surviving brother, Toy Humpreys, lives in Monroe. Her sister Ivy Marlar lives in Arnold, Missouri and her sister, Bonnie Davidson (Roy) resides in Watson.She is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 48 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Sylvia was a homemaker and farmer. She delighted in cooking for her family and always baked the favorite dessert of whichever child visited her. Her home was a gathering place for relatives and neighborhood children living along Cypress Creek in the Pea Ridge Community where many memories of her thoughtfulness were created. By example, she taught her children to be industrious and honest. She possessed determination and a remarkable "can-do" attitude. Until 2011, with the help of her devoted son, Dennis, Sylvia was able to remain in the home she'd lived in since 1947. Although difficult at first, she soon adjusted to life at Trinity Village Medical Center in Pine Bluff and made the most of her remaining years, as she'd done over her lifetime. She will be missed! Family visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, August 5, 2015, Griffin Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, August 6, 2015 at Griffin Funeral Home, Dumas with Rev. Chris Dickson, officiating, followed by burial in Watson Cemetery. Nephews of Mrs. Pennington will be serving as pallbearers. Arrangements are by Griffin Funeral Home, Dumas online guest book www.griffinfh.com.