David Pennington

David D. Pennington, age 66 of 304 Cherry Street, Bluefield, WV passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2014 at Bluefield Regional Hospital following a long illness. Born July 21, 1947 in Bluefield, W.V, He was the son of the late Melba B. Pennington and James H. Pennington. He was also preceeded in death by an infant brother James. David graduated from Bluefield High School in 1965 and went on to attend McLains Business College. He was a veteran of the US Anny and was discharged in 1969 after serving 3 years in Vietnam. Following his service to our country David worked for McQuails Furniture Co. of Bluefield, WV. After this he went to work in the mines for United Poca Coal Company. David worked in the mines a total of 14 years at various sites before retiring in 1988. Left to cherish his memory are: His wife of 23 years, Beverly Robertson Pennington, and son Brandon Pennington of the home. Sons: David Pennington and wife Karen of Rocky Gap Va, Keith Pennington of Frederick St. Bluefield, WV, Christopher Pennington and companion Heather of Bluefield Va, two step-sons Brian Kovak of Lynchburg Va. and Kevin Martin of the home. David had 11 grandchildren which he loved very much. Adam, Noah, Kayla, Autumn, Ryan, Natalie, Ashton, Gage, Zac, Bailey and Anna. He also cherished a special niece Leann. In addition to these he is survived by his 6 brothers: Ronald Pennington of Bramwell, W.V, Randolph Pennington of Brushfork, Rev. Gary Pennington and wife Jo Ann of Littlesburg Road, Kenneth Pennington and wife Martha of Bluefield, Va, Michael Pennington and wife Cynthia of Brushfork, and David Lee Pennington also of Brushfork. David is also survived by several nieces and nephews, a very large extended family and many good friends. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, February 8, 2014 at 1:00 PM at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home Chapel in Bluewell with Rev. Gary Pennington officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Bluewell where military honors will be performed by the Mercer County Veterans Honor Guard. Mr. Pennington’s sons will carry their father to his grave. Friends may call on Friday from 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Online condolences will be accepted at www.cravens-shires.com Cravens-Shires Funeral Home, 3431 Coal Heritage Road (Bluewell), Bluefield, WV 24701 is serving the family.