Timothy Barney Pennie gained his heavenly wings on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at the age of 56.
Timothy B. Pennie was born January 3, 1967, in Newport News, Virginia to the late John and Nannie Pennie. Tim is survived by sisters Melissia London (Charles), Joann Hocutt, and Annette Scott (Nathaniel).
He graduated from Hampton High School in 1986 , where he played Varsity football and wrestled in the light middle class which he ultimately won a State Championship for both sports in 1986.  His college days at Virginia State University is where he was dedicated to wrestling and his teammates remember him as a true warrior and champion on and off the mat.
Tim Pennie found his calling in teaching. He was a mentor and a role model to his elementary school students, because he made learning fun and exciting. Tim had a way of teaching with love, compassion, and empathy.
He also served for more than thirty years and retired as an Army Reservist. His leadership and kindness had no limits, and he had a love for making people feel special and appreciated.
Tim Pennie was a beloved soul, he touched the hearts of everyone he met. His spirit and the memories of his endless kindness will always stay with us and his memory will live on in our hearts.
Timothy is also survived by Fiancé' Porcher Jackson; his special friends Sylvia Anderson, Sherry and Clive Pettis and his devoted nephew, James Hines; his aunts, Rachel Whitaker, Laura Banks, Mildred Nettles, Moses Brown,; and a host of  nieces, nephews, cousins, his military family, and friends who Tim just absolutely admired, loved and adored.
A viewing will be held on Friday January 5, 2024, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at  W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home located at 210 Harpersville Rd, Newport News, VA, 23601.
A Celebration of His Life will begin at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Zion Baptist Church, 125 W County Street, Hampton, VA with burial following at Hampton Memorial Gardens.
Please leave condolences online at www.wjsmithandson.com.