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Randal Louis Pennington

Funeral service for Mr. Randal Louis Pennington will be 11 a.m., Friday, May 13, at Bethel Baptist Church in Monticello, with

interment in Wanilla Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m., Thursday evening at Bethel and will resume at 9 a.m. on Friday before the service.

Randal Louis Pennington was born January 8th, 1960, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Leroy Pennington. He was born at the

Columbus Air Force Base in Columbus, Ms. Over the years, he grew up a military child, alongside his siblings Charlotte Young, Ronald Pennington,

and the late Roger Pennington. He grew up living in Mississippi, North Dakota, and Guam before relocating to Sontag, Ms. where he spent the

rest of his years. Randy attended school at Monticello High School where he graduated in 1979. After high school, he began working offshore in the

gas and oil industry where he dedicated 40 years to various oil companies, including Pool, Transocean, and Shell Oil Company. During this time,

he met the love of his life of 37 years, Kim Smith Pennington. After 12 years, they welcomed their only daughter and Randy's "pumpkin" Victoria Jayde Russell.

In 2018, Randy gained the son he never had when his daughter married Daniel Russell, who shared a love of hunting with Randy. Over the years,

Randy was an avid hunter. Randy was a member of Triple R hunting club for 37 years and dedicated many years of his life of learning to hunt and

teaching his nephews to hunt. Randy loved watching his daughter play softball and spent many years dedicating time to her teaching her the game.

Most importantly, Randy was a Christian. Randy was a member of Bethel Baptist Church where he sang in the choir as well. Randy never met a stranger

and loved everyone. Most importantly, he loved his wife and daughter with all his heart. Randy peacefully passed away with his wife and sister by his

side May 9th, 2022, at Select Specialty Hospital in Jackson, Ms. Although his family and friends are saddened by his passing, they know that to be

absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. 

He is preceded in death by his parents; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pennington, Sr. and Mr. and Mrs. Louis Pennington;

father and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Roger Smith; brother, Roger Warren Pennington; brother-in-law, Kevin Young; and nephews,

Elton Lee Maxwell and Hunter Lee Maxwell.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Kim Smith Pennington; daughter, Victoria Jayde Russell (Daniel); brother, Ronald Wayne Pennington (Jennifer);

sister, Charlotte Hope Young; sisters-in-law, Samantha Parria and Amber Smith; brother-in-law, Lionel Parria; nephews, Shawn Wesley Maxwell (Crystal),

Phillip Edward Maxwell, and Michael Pennington, as well as a host of other nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.

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  • Comment Link James (Mike) Knight Thursday, 12 May 2022 10:03 posted by James (Mike) Knight

    I am truly sorry for y’all’s loss. I first met Randy over 20 years ago when he brought a deer for me to process for y’all. I always enjoyed our short visits . I was an oilfield guy then so we had common things to talk about. I pray God’s comfort upon you all. I will miss his yearly visit with the deer for me to process. He always had a big smile and a kind word to share.

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  • Comment Link Janet Nelson Wednesday, 11 May 2022 13:54 posted by Janet Nelson

    Kim and Jayde,

    Although it has been several years since I’ve seen you or Randy, I wanted to say that you guys were always so precious to me. You and Randy were always so kind to me and I always loved running in you. I’m so sorry for your loss and although no words can ease your pain. Please know that you are love and prayed for.

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  • Comment Link Anthony Eymard Wednesday, 11 May 2022 13:51 posted by Anthony Eymard

    Tragic lost of a family man and co worker who will be sadly missed. RIP Randy and condolences to Kim and the rest of the family

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  • Comment Link Mark Koper Wednesday, 11 May 2022 01:42 posted by Mark Koper

    Dear Pennington Family

    Please accept my deepest condolences.
    Randy joined my team on the Deepwater Nautilus in 2006 when he joined Shell,
    From the moment of the interview it was clear to me that Randy is a true, honest and dedicated person with the capability to serve in the best interest of the team at all times. His working ethics, skill and competencies in combination with his personality are a rare and valuable combination, that made him a valued and respected member of the "Mighty Nautilus" team.
    It was an honor to have him in the team.
    Whishing you all strength
    Warm Regards

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  • Comment Link Floyd J. Wiese Jr. Tuesday, 10 May 2022 20:56 posted by Floyd J. Wiese Jr.

    Kim I know that it has been a while but we never forgot the time that yawl came meet us at Percy Quinn State Park. We had a great time that day. I truly don't have the words as Randy was such a Humble person. He was a great colleague to have by my side and a true friend. I'm so saddened for your loss. I pray that God is in your Hearts and keeps you strong through all of this. Randy will be forever in my Heart, I'll miss him deeply. From both Allison & I, God Bless you and your family.

    Warmest Regards
    Floyd J. Wiese Jr.

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  • Comment Link Kevin Castleman Tuesday, 10 May 2022 19:33 posted by Kevin Castleman

    I had the pleasure of working with Randy on the Transocean Nautilus when he first went to work for Shell. I have many great memories from that time and the years that followed as Randy developed into a well rounded Drilling Foreman for Shell. Randy had a heart of gold and was as fine of a person as I’ve ever known. Prayers go out to the family in this time of sorrow.

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  • Comment Link John Tuesday, 10 May 2022 17:24 posted by John

    I had the opportunity to talk hunting and drilling offshore with Randy. He treated people well, and certainly he was well liked! I can say emphatically, that Randy had my respect as working man, as as a Believer! The loss will be felt with anyone who really knew Randy.

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  • Comment Link Stephanie and David Spence Tuesday, 10 May 2022 15:43 posted by Stephanie and David Spence

    We love you and your family Randy. You will be missed here by your friends and family. Please watch over us here on this earth. Until we meet again!

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  • Comment Link George Stampley Tuesday, 10 May 2022 15:19 posted by George Stampley

    Randy is one of the most sound people in his ethics, morals, and integrity that I know. He truly loved his family, friends, and neighbors. Respect between he and his collogues is commendable. The friendships that Randy built through his life are truly cherished. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Condolences to his family.

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