Watch the Funeral Service LIVE on the S&S Facebook page at 11AM this Thursday, April 2, 2020.A video of the funeral service will be posted here a few days later.
Once upon a time a little baby girl was born in Saline, Michigan, on December 12, 1947. Her Mommy told her there was a bad storm that night and the doctor almost didn’t make it in time. They named the little girl Penelope Camille (Penny). Her mother was Fay and her dad was Willard.
Penny was welcomed into the family that consisted of one big sister, Wilma, who was 10 and a big brother, Bill, who was 7. It was great fun to be the baby and she was spoiled rotten.
Penny’s family lived in the country, in Ypsilanti, Michigan for many years. Little Penny had many memories of growing up. It was a simple time, an innocent age. She loved to ice skate behind her house in the wintertime. She attended Lincoln High School and had many friends for those years. In her senior year she met and fell in love with her high school sweetheart, Ken Monier. They were married on October 15, 1966.
In 1967 she became the mother of Marc Troy, it seems she had waited for him all of her life. She loved her baby boy and being a stay at home mom and housewife.
Michigan was becoming too busy and crowded. Ken and Penny longed for the wide-open spaces of the west, so in 1976 they moved to Big Fork, Montana. There they built a beautiful home in the mountains, where they lived for four years.
In 1980 they moved to Miles City to make a career in the motel business. They loved Miles City right away and felt right at home. But, in 1984 they were summoned to Sidney, Montana to work there for four years. In 1987 they had the good fortune to return to Miles City, where they finally called “Home” for the rest of their lives. They bought the old Jack Hoffman dairy farm and it became their haven.
Ken and Penny were in the motel business for 30 years. In 1994 her son married Tracy Bruce and in 1995 they blessed Penny with a grandson, Luc James. Then three years later a granddaughter, Emily Dawn. They reside in Belle Fourche, South Dakota. Being a grandmother was one of her favorite things in life.
The bible says that Jesus told us, His Father went before Him to make many rooms in His mansion for us to live with Him when we got to heaven.
Family members that Penny will miss greatly, but will keep in her heart forever are: Laurie Parks & family, Chris Wood & family, Blake Wood & family, Cindy Monier & family, Darcy Monier & family, Aaron Monier & family, Marion Ricker & family, Leslie Iversen & family, and the very special love of her life, Lucy.
Penny sincerely hopes and prays that she will see all her friends and family again someday soon.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. We ask that friends abide by the social distancing requirements upon arrival. Due to the Coronavirus, private funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2020 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. A live stream of the service will be able to be viewed at www.facebook.com/stevensonandsons beginning at 11:00 a.m. The video of the service as well as Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday April 1, 2020
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City , Montana 59301
Private Services
Thursday April 2, 2020
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Celebration of Life
Due to the recent outbreak of the Coronavirus, public officials have strongly recommended to keep Penny's service to immediate family. We ask that if anyone is not feeling well to please stay home and get feeling better. Penny would have wanted her friends to be in a safe environment during this time of uncertainty. Her family understands and appreciates your thoughts and prayers.
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Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday April 1, 2020
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City , Montana 59301
Private Services
Thursday April 2, 2020
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Celebration of Life
Due to the recent outbreak of the Coronavirus, public officials have strongly recommended to keep Penny's service to immediate family. We ask that if anyone is not feeling well to please stay home and get feeling better. Penny would have wanted her friends to be in a safe environment during this time of uncertainty. Her family understands and appreciates your thoughts and prayers.
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Carri Lancaster says
I loved working with Penny and she was an amazing person and will be missed. Ken I am here if you need me.
Wendy Butzine says
Penny will be missed dearly! Such a lovely and sweet person. Prayers for Ken and Marc (and their family)
Linda Cradit Olson says
My heart goes out to Ken, Marc, Luc and Emily and her sister Wilma. Me and my family loved her also. I will miss her with my whole heart, as will all who knew her and loved her.
Gary & Lou Phelps says
My heart hurts for the passing of my friend of many years from school through now! We will miss Penny terribly! But I know now that she is not struggling to breathe and not hurting anymore! She knew Jesus Christ as her Savior so I know that she is in a much better place today. We will be keeping Kenny, Marc, Lucas,& Emily in our prayers. Hugs and prayers for you all. I will surly miss Penny’s sweet smile and her gentle spirit! 🙏❤️
JR & Carol Bean says
Ken,
JR and I are so sad to hear of Penny’s passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless!
Alysia Putnam says
Ken, I am so sorry to hear about Penny. She was a beautiful soul. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gladys Gilbert says
My thoughts and prayers are with Ken and his family . And I know Penny is finally at peace
Tony Sandau says
Ken, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord bless you and bring you His peace.
Curtis Fillafer says
Ken Im so sorry for the loss of Penny
Mike & Judy Toennis Family says
Our thoughts and prayer are with your family.
Anne Cunningham says
Penny has been, and will continue to be, a light in our family. As we have always said, “She is pure sunshine, and certainly one of God’s favorites.” Give everyone a hug. Much love, Anne and Bill Cunningham (Marian’s Family Members)
Terri L Stevenson says
Penny was a beautiful woman inside and out. I always enjoyed our visits. Much love sent to Ken and all the family along with our prayers. In sympathy, Todd and Terri Stevenson
Rick and Dianne Monier says
Loved the video. Great pictures and wonderful memories. Sorry we can’t be with you. We will come once we get the ok to travel safely. We will watch the live stream. Our thoughts are with all of you. Hope to see you soon.
Josephine Meidinger says
Ken
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Shannon & Bryan says
Our prayer is for your hearts to heal. She was such a delight.
Irene Trogden says
Ken. I am so sorry for your loss.
Vicki Mullin Mason says
Ken, Marc and family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry. Penny always had the ability to make me feel loved and like things were right with the world… even if they weren’t. Her grace and beauty will never be forgotten. ❤️
Ken and Joyce Holmlund says
Ken and family! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Penny was a wonderful and classy lady and was like a second mom to our daughter. She will always have a spot in our hearts. Hold on to the wonderful times. God Bless!
tricia Yeager says
Ken, being 1000 miles away im sending you my deepest sympathy on the loss of your Penny, I never met her but I hear she was a wonderful lady.
Tricia Yeager and daughter Brittnee
Marilyn Henderson says
Ken, I’m so sorry to hear about your loss of Penny. She was a fantastic woman. I’ll always thank you both for giving me my first and best real job.
With love,
Marilyn
Rick and Dianne Monier says
Wonderful service. It was great to watch it from Michigan. We only wished we could be there in person. Love all of you.
John Munsell says
Ken, I’m so sorry to hear of Penny’s passing. She was always so gracious and friendly. She created an atmosphere in which we could casually chat, just enjoying our visits. She was a loving and caring lady.
John Munsell
Laura Monasmith says
Penny was one of the sweetest people I ever worked for. She was a great listener without judgement. We are proud to call Penny and Ken friends.
Monte and Laura
Shorty & Judy says
Ken So sorry for your loss Praying God to give you all the strength now and in the days to come RIP Penny
Linda Martin Rosser says
Ken,
So very sorry for your loss. Penny was a lifelong friend of my sister, Nancy. They had great fun Together. Penny was at our home many times. I remember she was always kind.
I watched you and Penny fall in love – (cafeteria study hall 1966). Sweet memories.
May she Rest In Peace.
Linda Martin Rosser
Mike & Suzanne King says
Kenny:
We are so sorry to learn of Penny’s passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss. God Bless
Richard Liquin says
Ken,
My heart goes out to you and your family. Please hold the memory of Penny close.
Richard Liquin
Gary & Karen Walker says
Ken, we are so sad to hear of Penny’s passing. This site is such a beautiful tribute to her. Our thoughts are with you.
Karen and Gary Walker
Sandi Bruce says
Ken , I am sorry to hear about Penny. You are in my prayers
Nancy Miran says
Ken (Kenny)
I’m so sorry and heart broken to hear about Penny. I know she’s at peace. I pray you find peace and comfort remembering healthy happier times. ❤️
In my thoughts & prayers
Nancy
Byan says
Ken and family..i am so sorry to hear about Penny. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
DelRae Steinbeisser says
Thanks for letting us all be a part of celebrating Penny’s life. She just radiated sunshine. Whenever her name is spoken, the first thing that comes to my mind are little delicate purple pansies. What a beautiful, kind, and gracious woman with a gentle soul. I’m so glad I got to visit you both, and talk with her recently. Know that you both are truly loved. Call if you need something. When this is all over, I will stop down and check in. Big hugs for all of you. ♥️
Patty and Robert Washington says
Love and warm hugs to you Ken. Love Patty and Bob Washington
Mary Luhr says
So sorry to hear of Penny’ s passing. She was a beautiful woman inside and out! I only knew her these last few years as I sold her Mary Kay, but I always made sure I had extra time to spend with her because she was amazing to talk to and hear her stories. Heaven gained a beautiful soul.