Frances Penny

Frances “Fran” Penny, 74, passed away on Sunday, December 13, 2015, in Billings, MT, surrounded by family. Fran was born on June 2, 1941, in Sutter Creek, CA. She was the daughter of the late George “Smokey” Revell and Kathleen “Kitty” Revell. Fran attended high school in Minot, ND, where she graduated in 1959. After graduating high school, she moved to Glasgow, MT, where she met the love of her life, Alvin “Al” Penny. Fran and Al married on June 11, 1963. Together in Glasgow, they lived, raised and relished their three children, Denise, Brenda and Brian. The Penny family was actively involved in their community and First Lutheran Church. In the summer time throughout those years, Fran promoted family vacations, camping and the spirit of togetherness. Fran spent her working days in Glasgow caring for children at her in-home daycare while working many nights at Eugene's Pizza making and serving the most delicious food on the planet for nearly 30 years. After Al & Fran moved to Billings in 1989, Fran continued to work serving people at Perkins, where she made many friends. Fran touched the hearts of many people. She had a good sense of humor—she was hard-working, quick- witted, and willful, while always kind and caring. Her arms were wide open for her family and those they loved. Fran adored her husband, children, and grandchildren. She devoured books, enjoyed good conversation, watched sports, and raced through crossword puzzles. After retiring ten years ago, Fran devoted her time to her husband of 52 years and spoiled her children and grandchildren, including the furry ones. Fran served her family faithfully, left many friends and no enemies. We will miss her deeply and forever. Fran was preceded in death by her beloved parents, her sister, Dixie Crouse, and her brother, Bill Revell. Left to remember Fran's life is her devoted husband, Al, together with their children: Denise Penny; Brenda & Dennis Buckley; and Brian & Danielle Penny. Fran's grandchildren, Ariel Popelka and Eli & Bridger Penny will fondly remember her unconditional love and devotion to them. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 18, 2015, at American Lutheran Church, 5 Lewis Avenue, Billings, MT. In lieu of flowers, please give a gift to a child in need.