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Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Thursday, October 12, 2023, for a visitation from 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
A service honoring and celebrating her life will follow at 11:00 a.m.
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In lieu of flowers the family is requesting donations be made in her honor to the MACC Fund Center at Children’s Wisconsin at: http://www.childrenswi.org/maccfundcenter-giving
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MOUNT PLEASANT – Penny L. Tower, 80, passed away at her residence on Friday, October 7, 2023.
A lifelong resident of Racine, Penny was born on June 26, 1943, the daughter of the late William and Alma (nee Bertelsen) Dygon. She graduated from William Horlick High School, class of 1961.
She had numerous jobs over the years, starting with Knight Barry Title, and retiring with Racine County Human Services.
Penny was a voracious reader and enjoyed crossword puzzles, watching game shows (she was a top notch Jeopardy player) and volunteering at elementary schools, where she instilled the love of reading and learning in hundreds of children across the years. It brought her great joy to learn about your literary interests, scour the used bookstores and pick out the perfect book for you. Most of all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren, whom she cherished beyond measure.
She is survived by her daughter, Dawn (Jeff) Kraczek; her son, Rich (Jessica) Tower; her grandchildren, Alex (Caitlin Kujawa) Framstad, Julia (Erick) Frey, Josie Tower, and Henry Tower; her sisters, Karen Schmitt, and Jean Elias; her best friend, Peggy Robinson; and her grand dog, Zeke. Penny was also preceded in death by an infant brother; her brother, William Dygon; and her brothers-in-law, Frederick Schmitt and Dick Elias.
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Thursday, October 12, 2023, for a visitation from 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. A service honoring and celebrating her life will follow at 11:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers the family is requesting donations be made in her honor to the MACC Fund Center at Children’s Wisconsin at: http://www.childrenswi.org/maccfundcenter-giving
Jen (Nutt) Gutierrez says
Dawn, Richie and families,
I’m so very sorry for the loss of your mom. Fond memories of school holidays at Castle Lanes and sleep overs on Flett Ave!
Daris J Hodges says
My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Penny. She will surely be missed by all and will live forever in our hearts. God rest her soul.
Patricia Remus says
Dear Dawn, Richie and families,
I’d like you to know how kind and generous your mom was to me. Most especially when I was going through radiation therapy. I truly cherished her.
Claribel Camacho says
My condolences to all of Penny’s family and loved ones. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Kelly Coey says
Condolences to the family. I first met Penny while a student at Janes Elementary as she was Mrs Anzalones helper; that kept me with lasting memories..then years later I had the pleasure to work with her at Racine County. My deepest sympathies for your loss.
Debbie Radtke says
I worked with Penny at the county for years. She had a wonderful laugh. Condolences to her loved ones. She was an awesome, fun lady.
Ruth Ann Miller says
Dawn, Richie & Family,
Many fond memories of the young families on Grange Avenue, little girls Dawn, Kim, Jenny, and Michelle playing together along with plays put on in the Towers backyard. Got though the teachers strike in the 70’s along with lunches in the lunchroom at Red Apple School with Dawn and Kim or at the nearby park. Not to forget the little guys, Richie, Darin, and Michael, coffee and conversations, with Penny on one of our front porches. Wonderful memories.
-Hank and Ruth Ann Miller
Bill and Lynn Mulder says
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your mom, Penny. We were neighbors on Grange Avenue for about 9 years. Penny was always so kind, caring and friendly. She will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all that knew and loved Penny.
– Bill and Lynn Mulder
Dr. Charles C Jones says
My Condolences to the Family. Penny was a sweetheart was always kind she will be missed.