Rick M. Pennington

Rick M. Pennington, age 74, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away May 1, 2022, in Hastings, Michigan.

Rick was born on April 18, 1948, in Hastings, Michigan, to Ken and Barbara (Newton) Pennington.  He graduated from Hastings High School.  He worked for HEL, LTD as a machine repair supervisor.  On January 26, 1990, he married Karen Ann Thompson.

Rick had a deep love for his family and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Rick was preceded in death by his father Ken Pennington, mother Barb Estep, brother Ron Pennington, and sister Reathea Pennington.

He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Karen Pennington, son Wayne (Roberta) Pennington, daughters Jodi Pennington, April (Steve) Kornoelje, Sarah Flanagan, Elizabeth (Mike) Van Dorp, 9 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, sisters Becky Bass, Robyn (Gary) Snow, several cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Visitation will be on Monday, May 9, 2022, 11:00 AM with a Celebration of Life Service at Noon at Girrbach Funeral Home, 328 S Broadway; Hastings, MI 49058.  Memorial Contributions in honor of Rick can be made to the American Legion Post 45, 2160 M-37, Hastings, MI 49058.  Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home.  To leave an online condolence, visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net .