Penny was born December 2, 1946 in Washington, DC. She was an avid gardener and a faithful member of Alcoholics Anonymous until her death, celebrating 36 years of sobriety.
Survivors include her granddaughter, Maeton Jameson; two nieces, Rachel Coxen and Andrea Johnson; and her beloved friend Carolyn LeBlond. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, John R. Carroll; and a sister, Pam Werwie.
A celebration of her life will be held at 3:00 pm on Friday, November 10, 2023 in the Peacock - Newnam & White Funeral Home Chapel.
In lieu of gifts or flowers, donations may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation at www.parkinson.org in her name.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.peacocknewnamwhite.com for her family.
Peacock - Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, North Carolina.