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STEVEN PENNER
Born: Oct 07, 1990
Date of Passing: Jun 18, 2018
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STEVEN PENNER It is with broken hearts and profound sadness that our family must share that on Monday, June 18, 2018 Steven left us while vacationing in Las Vegas to begin his next adventure at the young age of 27. Steven was the first of our twin boys born seven weeks prematurely on October 7, 1990, weighing in at only 4 lbs. 7 ozs. Steven's arrival was truly a blessing for his loving parents, Jim and Linda, best friend and twin brother Darren and first time grandparents, Christine, Arthur, Dora and Dave. As a younger man he played hockey, baseball, squash and sailed. He loved to see a rod twitch as a fish called for his attention. He was a veracious reader. His favourite hobby was poker, he loved the game. At the time of his passing he was in Las Vegas for a month to play cards. Steven's interest in public speaking and debating began at SJR, where he met a wonderful mentor, John Robinson. His passion blossomed when he left Winnipeg to attend the University of Toronto. He joined the debating club at Hart House and the rest is history. While in Toronto, he took his first coaching position with high school students at Upper Canada College where he became a mentor. Steven most recently took a full time coaching position which he loved every moment of, at Hobart and William Smith Colleges in Geneva, New York under the leadership of his friend Eric Barnes. Over the years he won too many awards and championships to list. He was a judge, organizer, board member and chief adjudicator at various regional, national and international championships. Steven's Facebook page has exploded with kind words from literally all corners of the world. The tributes were both overwhelming and comforting. While in Vegas we learned that Steven, in his typical selfless way, had registered to be an organ donor. Steven never shared this decision with us but we were not surprised given Steven's genuine caring for others. Steven was predeceased by his grandfather Arthur Singbeil (2013). Steven is survived and will be forever loved, remembered, and sadly missed by his parents, Jim Penner and Linda Singbeil, twin brother Darren Penner, grandparents, Dave and Dora Penner, Christine Singbeil and many aunts, uncles, cousins as well as friends, students and colleagues. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 28, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at Neil Bardal Funeral Centre located at 3030 Notre Dame Ave. Celebrations to honour Steven will also be hosted this fall in Toronto and Geneva by his devoted debating community. No flowers please, flowers were not important to Steven. He had a love for dogs and would have appreciated a donation in his name to the Winnipeg Humane Society. "Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened." - Dr. Seuss NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 neilbardalinc.com
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 23, 2018
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Steve was an amazing person that showed a lot of support and love to the debating universe. I had the pleasure of meeting him in Toronto at York University for a tournament. He'll be sincerely missed in the community and will live on through fellow debaters. - Posted by: Andy Phan (Fellow Debater ) on: Jul 04, 2018
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The Branksome Hall Debate Society extends our condolences for the loss of a talented and passionate educator. Steven will be missed by all of the students and teachers in the debating community. - Posted by: Owen Williams (Fellow debate coach) on: Jul 01, 2018
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We were so saddened to hear of the passing of Steven. Our thoughts are with you and the family at this difficult time. - Posted by: Martin and Brenda Gurvey (Friend) on: Jun 28, 2018
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Linda, so sorry to hear of the passing of your son. My heart goes out to you and your family. May the care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace during this difficult time. - Posted by: Patrick Singbeil (former co-worker of Linda) on: Jun 26, 2018
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Our sincere condolences to Steven’s family. Hold your memories close to give you comfort during this difficult time. - Posted by: Kathy and Bill Brooks (Linda’s neighbour) on: Jun 25, 2018
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I am very saddened to hear about Steven's sudden passing. Although we lost touch after graduation, in the twelve years that I knew Steven he was always a great guy to be around. Anybody that knew Steven would agree that he was a genuine and talented individual with a one of a kind personality, who would never shy away from a quick political debate or sports discussion. Take care friend, you will be missed by many. My sincere condolences to Darren and family. - Posted by: Quinn P. (Friend) on: Jun 25, 2018
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Sadly, we never met Steven, but heard about him from his proud grandparents Dave and Dora Penner. (My aunt). He sounds like he had an exciting but short life. May he rest in peace. - Posted by: Ron & Marty James (His dad is my cousin, but sadly we never met.) on: Jun 24, 2018
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Our condolances Jim and Family. So sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Lynn Sinclair (Friend) on: Jun 23, 2018