Tommy DeWayne Pennington

peacefully in his sleep early Monday morning January 25, 2021 after a five week battle

with brain cancer. Tom was born in Monticello, Arkansas and resided in El Dorado, Arkansas the majority

of his life before relocating to Alabama. Tom was the son of Gwen (Georgia) Bell

Phillips Pennington and Jerry Wayne Pennington. Tom was a faithful Christian, a loving

husband, father, son, brother, and friend. He often put others before himself. When not working,

you could find Tom cutting his neighbors' grass and always offering a helping hand.

Tom spent the majority of his career from 1995-2014 in El Dorado, Arkansas at AMS

UtiliServe / Accu-Read. Relocating to Alabama presented him with a new career

opportunity that he often talked about pursuing. He went to truck driving school and

started his new career path with Wiley Sanders from 2016-2018 and was with Shoreline

from 2018-2020. Tom's biggest priority in life was taking care of his family. Tom had a

great passion for the outdoors. He loved fishing, hunting, camping, and grilling. Tom

shared his passion for hunting with his daughter. He also enjoyed trips back to Arkansas

to visit family. Anyone who knew Tom would say that his infectious smile would light

up the room when he walked in. Tom was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Wayne Pennington; his grandmother and grandfather, Mattie Jo Phillips and Tommy Phillips; and his aunt, Willie Jo Bond

(Frank). Tom is survived by his loving wife, Delilah Jean (Beck) Pennington. Tom and Delilah

were married on Valentine's Day 1997 in Crossett, Arkansas. They were together a total

of 29 years counting their courtship. Tom and Delilah have two children, William

(Junior) Beck and Haleigh Cheyanne Pennington (Anthony). Tom is also survived by his mother, Georgia Pennington; father-in-law, Gene Beck (Ruby); mother-in-law, Darlene Harrod (John); sister-in-law, Carla Geremia (Giaco); brother-in-law, Houston Harrod and brother-in-law, James Beck.

Tom leaves behind three brothers: Jeff Pennington (Vicki) of Junction City, Arkansas;

James Pennington (Kerry Jo) of El Dorado, Arkansas; Steve Pennington of Junction

City, Arkansas; and a sister, Janette Ramirez (Robert) of Hamburg, Arkansas; seven

nephews: Justin Pennington (Kristen), Rayvan Ramirez (Markie), Roman Ramirez (Makenzie),

Bobby Ramirez (Tiffany), Cole Hannegan, Johnny Beck (Tamara), and Nicholas Beck;

five nieces: Tiffany Dison (Justin), Madilyn Ramirez, Preslee Pennington, Natalie

Mosley (Michael), Amber Beck; great nieces and nephews: Hunter Pennington,

Emmaline Pennington, Carter Murphy, Noah Dison, Ava Ramirez, Everly Ramirez,

Ryker Ramirez, Ella Orrell, Mia Mondragon, William Mondragon, Kinley Hannegan,

Linkyn Hannegan, Skylar Mosley, Braylei Mosley, Mason Beck, John Luke Beck,

Eliajah Beck, and Lyric Taylor. Tom also leaves behind five pets and a host of friends

and loved ones. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Amedisys Hospice for their kindness

and compassion during this difficult time. The family wishes to express their deep

appreciation and gratitude to everyone who contributed with food, money, kind words,

and prayers. The outpouring of love and support received means so much. A visitation for Tom is set for Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 10:00 am at Leak Memory Chapel followed by a Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 am. Rev. Jack Cates will be officiating. Services will conclude with a graveside at Bethlehem Cemetery in Lapine, AL. Online condolences for the Pennington family may be shared at: www.Leak-MC.com