Penny Rae Fullenwider, 67, passed away on October 17th, 2024 in her home in Buffalo, WY.
Penny was born in Miles City, MT, on May 8, 1957, the daughter of Jean Lockwood and Wallace Wood. She was the younger sister to Rodney Wood. Growing up Penny loved being at the family ranch at Coalwood and spending time with the “country cousins”. Penny grew up in Miles City and graduated from Custer County High School in 1975.
Penny eventually moved to Gillette, WY, where she met and married, Donnie Fullenwider, on August 4th, 1979. Together, they were blessed with three sons: Brandon, Kellen, and Justin. Penny dedicated several years working at Occupational Testing, where she formed lifelong friendships.
For those who knew her, Penny’s greatest joy was being a mother and grandmother. “Mimi” loved her family more than anything and was always cheering them on in any event or milestone. To her grandkids, there was no place like Mimi’s place. Her home was a warm haven of love where many memories were made.
Penny enjoyed spending time laughing with her girlfriends, camping in the mountains, the sound of the creek, the wildflowers in bloom and the smell of the campfire. She could often be found tinkering around in her garden and was always up for a patio chat and a cocktail. Aside from her love for steak and crab she also inherited her mother’s sweet tooth and would never turn down dessert.
Penny is survived by her 3 sons: Brandon Fullenwider of Gillette, WY, Kellen (Randee) Fullenwider of Mesa, AZ, and Justin Fullenwider of Arvada, CO; 4 grandchildren Haevyn, Hudsynn, Rhett, and Reece Fullenwider; her brother Rodney Wood of Cody, WY; and her cat Gus. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 25, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at Gillette Memorial Chapel, 210 W. 5th Street, Gillette, Wyoming. A reception will follow the funeral at the Elks Lodge, 2200 Greenway Drive in Gillette. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at the Custer County Cemetery in Miles City, Montana. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.gillettememorialchapel.com or www.stevensonandsons.com.
Hazel Stabler says
To all of Penny Rae’s family. I am so sorry for your loss.
May the Holy Spirit comfort you at this time.
Linda and John Hall says
I have a lot of fun memories with Penny Rae, my sister Judy and Lila Jo. Our thoughts are with all of the family and close friends.
Marcy Stabler Parks says
Rod, I am so sorry! I’m very thankful that Mom and I got together with Penny Rae in Arizona a few years ago. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Hazel Stabler says
To all of Penny Rae’s family. I am so sorry for your loss. I counted her as a second daughter. May the Holy Spirit wrap you with comfort at this time.
Lori Thompson says
RIP my good friend….we will all miss you. Condolences to her entire family.
Bronwen Anderson says
My condolences to her family. She was an exceptional human being. She will be missed. Rest in peace Penny!
Cindy Thompson says
You will be missed my friend! Hugs and prayers to her family.
Rich McRae says
Penny lived across the alley and one house over during our childhood years. A fabric of that neighborhood full of kids long ago. Condolences to her family.
Mickie Mike Carlson says
Oh Nickel you will be so missed. This has been a tough one to read. Love ya and fly high our friend ♥️🫶🏻 😞
Also the new address for the Elks Lodge is 2200 Greenway Drive Gillette in the Foothills area. Sorry if this is not the appropriate place to say this, but just wanted to let everyone know.
Debbie LaBree says
I have great memories of Penny in our younger years. Sending condolences to Penny’s family.
SHANELL SHAMBLEN says
Thoughts & Prayers To Lil Hudsyn From Sebastian & Family.. We LOVE You Sweet Girl!
Melissa Raben Rolf says
So sorry to hear about Penny, a wonderful high school class-mate. I good friend of my sister Anita, who lived in Gillette. There we got to know her all over again. May the Good Lord give you all comfort and strength during this time.
JULIE AXELBERG says
Penny and I were good friends in grade school. I’ve thought about her over the years never knowing what became of her. So sorry to hear of her passing. Rest in peace Penny ~