Laurie R. Penney (Hoovler)

Laurie R. Penney, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by her beloved family and community on April 20, 2026 at 8:37 AM, in Tonasket, WA.  Laurie was born on March 23, 1957, in Waterloo, IA, to Allen Hoovler and Donna "Ibby" Ceasar. During her elementary school years, she moved to Kent, WA, where she formed a lifelong bond with her best friend, Shelly, in the first grade. A proud 1975 graduate of Kent Meridian High School, Laurie continued her education at Green River Community College.

In a beautiful twist of fate, Laurie's future began to take shape during a trip to Campbell, CA, to visit her close friend and eventual step-sister - Susan. While at a local skating rink, she met the love of her life, Bobby G. Penney Jr. Their connection was undeniable; Bobby gave her a promise ring on her birthday in 1976, and the two were united in marriage on September 11, 1976. They shared nearly 50 years of unwavering devotion. In 1987, the Penneys moved to Orting, WA, to raise their four children. Laurie's faith was the cornerstone of her life. Through her quiet strength and persistent prayers, she led her husband to the Lord. They were both born again on November 15, 1990, and scripturally baptized together on December 16, 1990, at Orting Community Baptist Church. In 2001, they relocated to Tonasket and became dedicated members of the Loomis Community Church.  Laurie was a woman of many talents, including; serving faithfully in women's ministries; an avid enthusiast of crocheting, sewing, and various crafts. Above all, her greatest joy was her children and grandchildren, who were the light of her life.                Laurie is survived by her husband, Bobby G. Penney Jr.; the family matriarch, Cecile Hoovler; siblings, Rick (Linda) Hoovler and Mike Hoovler; and step-sisters, Sandy Marquette, Susan Stempel, and Kim D'Ambrogi.She leaves behind a legacy of love through her children:
Bobby Penney III (Jillian Penney), Adam Penney (Kenneth Landis), Scott Penney (April Penney), and Kristin Armstrong (Trevor Armstrong).
Her grandchildren:  Kynsley, Kyndon, Klifton (Scott), Lucas, Gavin, Carson, and Jaxon (Kristen); and her great-grandchild, Arison (Kynsley). She also leaves behind her lifelong friend, Shelly Hanken-Rockwell.
Laurie was preceded in death by her father, Allen Hoovler; her mother, Donna "Ibby" Ceasar; and her step-fathers, Bill Stempel and Rick Ceasar.

Funeral services will be held to honor Laurie's radiant life and spirit:
Date: May 16, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Loomis Community Church
Officiant: Pastor Keith Singer
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Laurie's memory to the Loomis Community Church.
Laurie was a radiant soul, inside and out. While she will be dearly missed, her family takes comfort in knowing she is now wrapped in the arms of our Lord.