Tucean Pennington Webb

Tucean Pennington Webb passed away peacefully at home on October 23, 2026. She was born in Dallas, Tx to Tucean and Bert Pennington on September 24, 1937. She attended Ursuline Academy and graduated from North Dallas High School. She continued her education at The University of Texas in Austin, receiving a BBA in Retailing. This led to her career as a buyer for Neiman Marcus Downtown Dallas.

Tucean met the love of her life, David R. Webb, Jr. MD, on a blind date and they married in 1961. They enjoyed 62 years together until Dave passed away on October 24, 2023.

Tucean was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother “Gigi” and great grandmother. Her family meant everything to her. She always loved birthdays and hosted a homemade dinner for all. She liked to cook, entertain and be there for all the family, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed having them over to swim.

Tucean was a devout Catholic. Her religion and faith were especially important to her. She was a long-term member of Christ the King Church and the Altar Society and served on the Catholic Charities Board.

When her children older, Tucean wanted to give back to Dallas, the city she had lived in all her life. She was a loyal supporter of the Arts, Health and Civic causes. She served on the Boards of the Dallas Opera, The Dallas Symphony Orchestra League, and Dallas Museum of Art. Tucean chaired the Crystal Charity Ball in 1992, where she became aware of needs of Dallas children. This led her to her passion for Booker T. Washington HSPVA. She joined the Advisory Board in 1992, was Chairman of the Board 2000-2002, and followed with the campaign for the new school.

Health was important to Tucean, she served on the Baylor Health Care Foundation Board. As a breast cancer survivor, she and her two daughters chaired the Baylor Celebrating Women luncheon, benefiting breast cancer research. In 2004, she received the Lindalyn Adams Award. She served on the Boards of Senior Source, Arthritis Foundation, Bryan’s House, Center for Brain Health, and City of UP Parks.

She was a member and served on the Board of the Dallas Woman’s Club. She was a member of Charter 100, Leadership Dallas, Dallas County Medical Society Alliance, Dallas Garden Club, SOS, Vital Minds, and the Dallas Historical Society, where she received the Fashion Collectors Hall of State Award.

Tucean is survived by her children, Tucean Webb Franks (Craig), David Webb (Julie), Suzanne Webb, John Webb (Erin). Grandchildren: Austin Franks, Hunter Franks (Morgan-fiancée), Ryan Franks, Whitney Webb McKenna (Hunter), Jack Webb, Meg Webb, Great Grandchild: Webb Mckenna.

The family would like to give special thanks to the beloved caregivers who loved and cared for Tucean.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Baylor Foundation for Breast Cancer Research, Booker T Washington, Crystal Charity Ball, or the charity of your choice.

Memorial Mass at Christ the King Pending.