Pennie Nelson

Pennie Nelson, age 70, of Surprise Arizona, died on January 12th, 2020. She was born on May 2nd, 1949 to William Russel Hudson and Joan Pamela Siggery. Pennie was one of two children and deeply loved her family. Pennie grew up in San Diego, California and went to Madison High School. Pennie got lucky and fell in love with the boy next door. On March 25th, 1968 Pennie married the love of her life, Craig Nelson. Pennie and Craig went on to have two beautiful daughters that were the light of Pennie’s life. She was a remarkable mother who raised her two girls to be strong, smart and independent. Growing up her girls knew that mom had a place for everything and everything had its place, a trait her daughter’s inherited from their mom. As the “Queen Bee” of her family, Pennie was the life of the party. She had an infectious laugh that got the attention of everyone in the room. Pennie had expressive eyes that people couldn’t help but fall in love with. Her family knew there was no such thing as a “short outing” when they were with her because it was almost guaranteed she would run into someone she knew and an hour-long conversation would ensue. A proud grandma, Pennie loved to cook and bake for her three adoring grandchildren. She loved to spoil them with her time and attention. One of her favorite past times was going boating and being on the water with her family. Pennie was also an excellent quilter and amazed her friends and family with her stunning creations. Pennie was a woman of God and loved to read her bible. She kept the phrase “God gives His hardest battles to His toughest soldiers” on the front of her bible. Pennie was truly one of his toughest soldiers. She knew that with God all things were possible and believed that keeping her faith strong was priority number one. A testament to her belief can be seen through her favorite bible verse; “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6. Pennie is survived by her loving husband Craig Nelson, two daughters Kyla Parker (Bryan) and Shay Schmitt (Matthew), Brother William Russel Hudson Jr., Sister-in-law Sharalyn Skalak, and three grandchildren Breanna & Brett Parker, and Mason Schmitt- A memorial service will be held at Reveal Vineyard Church in El Mirage, AZ on January 30th, 2020 at 5:00 pm. “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” ~ Joshua 1:9 ~

Pennie Nelson

January 12, 2020