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Bennie "Ben" M. Penner

February 12, 1929 - September 10, 2012

Bennie “Ben” M. Penner, 83, of Kansas City, MO, passed away Monday, September 10, 2012 at St. Joseph Medical Center. Funeral services will be at 2:30pm Wednesday, September 12, at The Louis Memorial Chapel, 6830 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO, with burial to follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Beth Shalom Synagogue, Jewish Family Services or a charity of one’s choice. Ben was born February 12, 1929 in Kansas City, MO, the son of Simon and Zelda Penner, and was a lifelong area resident. He attended Kansas City schools, graduating from Central High School in 1946. Ben operated American Formal Wear for over 60 years years, at 13th & Main in Kansas City, then at 53rd & Martway in Mission, KS, having to move in 2004 after the Sprint Center construction began. He was a lifelong member of Congregation Beth Shalom and B’nai B’rith Men. Ben was also a member of the Downtown Sertoma Club and served his country during WWII by serving in the Naval Reserves. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, David and Louis Pener. Ben is survived by his wife of 58 years, Shirley J. Penner, of the home; son: Daryl A. Penner, Kansas City, MO; daughters: Diana K. Penner-Bright, Overland Park, KS; Audree L. Penner, Philadelphia, PA; brother: Stanley Penner, Kansas City, MO; sister: Dorothy Weissman, Woodbridge, NJ; grandchildren: Ellie Penner-Bright, Josie Penner-Bright, Zack Bright, Rafi Bright, Kyden J. Penner and many cousins nieces and nephews. He loved to work and to serve his many loyal customers. He will be greatly missed by his family and his many friends.

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Bennie “Ben” M. Penner, 83, of Kansas City, MO, passed away Monday, September 10, 2012 at St. Joseph Medical Center. Funeral services will be at 2:30pm Wednesday, September 12, at The Louis Memorial Chapel, 6830 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO,... View Obituary & Service Information

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