A private celebration of life for Edward “EdKar” Penney Jr., will be held at a later date.
Mr. Penney, 71, died on June 29, 2024, at his home in Emory. He was born on December 16, 1952, in Dallas, to Edward Edkar Penney Sr. and Lora Penney.
Mr. Penney lived in Garland for 67 years prior to moving to Emory. He was known for his dedication to the A/C business. He worked alongside his father, eventually owning his own business in the A/C industry and his expertise led him to consult for major companies in the field.
His true joy came from his family. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Outside of work and family, he enjoyed music, and reading, preferring books over television for entertainment. He also enjoyed traveling and visiting new places.
Mr. Penney is survived by his son, Edward “Trey” Penney III, of Garland; stepdaughter, Theresa Cox and husband Edward of Emory; stepdaughter; Christie Baker and husband Christopher of Garland; grandchildren, Daisy Geiger and husband Donavan Walker, Kara Seahorn and husband Chase, Kelsey Woodrum, Baily Young and husband Jordan, Kali Wood and husband Cody, Timothy “TJ” Woodrum Jr., and Kort Penney; great-grandchildren, Skylar Walker, Kaison Walker, Kohen Walker, Kort Penney Jr. and Presley Ainsworth.
He was preceded in death by his wife Jima Penney; his parents; and brothers, Charles Penney and Michael Penney.