In Loving Memory of
Nigel Bruce Penner
October 22, 1995 – August 26, 2021
Funeral Service
Monday, September 6, 2021 at 11:00 AM PDT
Langley, British Columbia
(Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at 4:00 AM Sydney, Australia)
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It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the sudden and tragic passing of Nigel Bruce Penner at his residence in Surrey BC on August 26, 2021. Nigel was born to parents Murray and Beth Penner on October 22, 1995 at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver BC.
Nigel leaves behind his loving parents Murray and Beth Penner, his sister, Carlie Penner, and his brother Nathan Penner, of Delta BC. Also heartbroken is his grandfather, Brian Pickering, and his many relatives in both Australia and Canada, as well as a large circle of friends and neighbours.
A scholarship will be established in Nigel’s name to honour his love of athletics and the trades. E-transfers can be sent to nigelpennerseaquammemorialfund@gmail.com, or cheques can be made payable to Seaquam Secondary School and sent to 11421 Northview Crescent, Delta BC V4E 2P4. Donation receipts are available.
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Dear Beth, Murray, Carlie and Nathan, Our deepest condolences for the loss of your beautiful son. We hope you find comfort from the amount of love and support for you and your loved ones.
Happy Birthday Nigel! We’ll always remember your kindness and that beautiful smile.
Sincerely,
Doug, Luisa
Josh, Noah and Shelby
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To the Penner family
Sincere and heartfelt condolence on the loss of you son.. May you find comfort in the strength of God.
Grateful for the Union Meetings when I visited from Barbados.
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Beth, I am so sorry for your loss, there are no words for such a loss.
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I’m so very sorry for your loss. My condolences to your family
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Dear Beth, Murray, Carlie and Nathan.. Our thoughts and prayers have been with you since we heard of your sadness. Nigel’s smile touched our heart. May all your beautiful memories help you to feel the sunshine through the cloudy days . Thankyou for sharing Nigel’s life with us through this most beautiful service xxx
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We have fond memories of Nigel’s readiness to always smile and say hello at GV even in the middle a bunch of his peers….
Words fail us at these times but we’ve proved the reality of the comfort from Heaven when a life has ended at a time that we as humans thought was too soon. You’re in our thoughts and our prayers. Daily.
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Dearest Beth and family, our prayers and lots of love are with you in this time of unimaginable grief. Such a heart breaking loss. Take care of each other, from my family to yours xo
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We had the privilege of knowing Nigel in his younger years. We’ll always remember his zest for life and his contagious, big smile. His life has touched many and he will not be forgotten.
Our love, prayers and thoughts are with you all!
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Dear Beth, Murray, Carlie and Nathan,
We want you to know that we are thinking of you in your great loss and care deeply.
With love,
Andy and Jean
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Dear Beth, Murray, Carlie, and Nathan, thank you for allowing us to share in your grief. A special thank you to Carlie for being so honest and open regarding the circumstances around Nigel’s death. You sent a powerful message to others who may be having the same struggles. We have never met, but have met some of your family, Beth. We live in Northern NSW. I am from Saskatchewan and Ross is an Aussie so understand the challenges of international marriages. We have two sons and their families living in Edmonton. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending the kindest thoughts and love from Ross and JoAnne Campbell
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Thinking of you Beth and Murray and Family prayers are with you.
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We are heartbroken for your loss. We have great memories of Nigel and your family during those few years we met with you all in Ladner. Sending our love, thoughts and prayers to all the family,
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Murray and Beth
My most heartfelt condolences to you both, Carlie and Nathan. I am shocked and saddened to hear of your loss of Nigel.
Sending my deepest and heartfelt sympathies to you and your family.
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To dear Beth and Murray and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We can’t imagine the heartache and pain you are going through. Sending you much love from Lindsay and heather watkins in Wollongong Australia. Xo
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Murray and Beth
I feel your heavy hearts so thankful for the Comfort that comes from God and all our dear friends.
Take courage and keep encouraged
All my love Doreen James
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Nigel, we remember some very special times together.. We feel so glad our paths crossed, you have a special place in our heart.
Your calgary “Australian” friends!
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Dear Beth, Murray, Carlie and Nathan,
In the shadows of darkness may you be comforted by the fondest memories of Nigel and the divine intervention of our Heavenly Father.
Sending our deepest and heartfelt sympathies to you all.
Juanita and Mark Driussi
Brisbane.
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We’ are so saddened by Nigel’s death. Our children have special memories of him…
Hope you can feel the comfort when you need it the most.
Valori and Brent
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Beth and Murray, Beth Ruth invited me to be a part of this very touching service. Our thoughts and prayers have been you all since hearing of you loosing your precious son Nigel. Sending our love and deepest sympathy may you know the comfort of Gods spirit in the days ahead. All our love Kelvin and Pam Dunn xo
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Our dear Murray & Beth; Carlie & Nathan ~ Thank you for giving us the opportunity & privilege of entering into dear Nigel’s funeral service (via Zoom). It was so beautifully comforting. Nigel’s brilliant smile & bright spirit was infectious! We truly loved having you ALL in our Sun. mtg. those few short years in Surrey. We know you will be experiencing unlimited comfort these days. Nigel will be held in many hearts with love always.
Sent with our love, Don & Edith-Anne
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Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan our thoughts and prayers are with you even though many miles away here in Australia we are there with you, heartfelt condolences to you all. Love Elise, Michael and Charlotte Frazer
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Dear Murray, Beth ,Carlie and Nathan , we always remember how sweet had Sunday morning meeting with Nigel and you all family. Can’t find any words to express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. We are thinking of all your family this time.
Sincerely Ken and Joyce Mao
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Dear family.
Thanks for sharing Nigel with our family too. I remember his wonderful smile at Thanksgiving gatherings and will always love him. It has been amazing to share in this memorial of a wonderful son and brother. Your courage touches my heart deeply. I know that God will comfort you as you go forward.
Sincerely,
Wendy Murdoch
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Murray and Beth, we are saddened to hear of the death of your son.
Although we are parents, we can not imagine the depth of your sorrow.
We offer you our condolences.
Sincerely
Brad and AnnaLisa Batryn
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Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan.
Our most heartfelt condolences to you all.
I was shocked to hear of your loss of Nigel
I fondly remember working with you many times Murray, and you speaking so fondly of your family and telling me stories of Nigel and his siblings
I hope and pray that your strong faith will be of comfort to you as you mourn Nigel’s passing.
With Thoughts and prayers for you all, Ken & Anita Vaartstra
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To the Penner Family,
We are thinking of you and hoping you can find peace. All the best wishes.
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Dear Penner family,
I just wanted to add my condolences to the many you have received. I did not know Nigel but learned so much about him through the lovely service. He touched my soul deeply. May memories of him bring smiles to your hearts.
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I am deeply saddened to hear of Nigel’s passing. He was a beloved student of mine; I spent countless hours advising and planning his career path.
Penner family, my heart goes out to you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help.
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Murray and Beth. Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Sending our love and thoughts. Michael and Elisa
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Murray and Beth. I am deeply saddened and feel for you both. Sending you thoughts, love and prayers. Ryan
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Dear Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan
I’m sure you just can’t take it all in. The loss of your dear Nigel and the pain that comes with that.
I do know that time does heal. It’s the getting there. Be kind to yourselves and know that God feels the loss also and wants to comfort us.
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Murray and Family,
Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Words are just not adequate in this situation. Sending you love, compassion and prayers.
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Murray and family
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Barb Fraser – Calgary
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Thinking of you all so much as you navigate this experience. The grief will come at unexpected times, but you will grow bigger than it, and stronger than you ever imagined. Don’t underestimate the comfort in reaching out to friends. We are here for you.
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Dear Beth Murray and family
So very sorry to hear of Nigel’s passing.
Your pain and grief must be beyond measure.
My deepest condolences to you all.
Sending Love xx
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Dear Beth Murray and family
So very sorry to hear of Nigel’s passing.
Your pain and grief must be beyond measure.
My deepest condolences to you all.
Sending Love xx
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Dear Murray, Beth and Family, Thinking of you so much and sending our love and sympathy. Alan and Bronwyn Bird (Qld Australia)
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Dear Beth, Murray, Carlie and Nathan – we were devastated to hear of Nigel’s passing. Our thoughts and love are with you at this difficult time.
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I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I remember Nigel from when he was just a little boy mostly and then seeing him at GV over the years. I hope for you the strength and grace to deal with such an overwhelming tragedy
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Dear Penner family- Sending care and sympathy in the loss of Nigel.
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Heartfelt condolences.
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Sending love and hugs deepest condolences
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Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan,
Just look at that smile.…Nigel’s spirit and love of life is infectious. May you all take comfort in the incredible memories you have created. You are all in our thoughts and prayers to help you through the difficult times. Sending our love,
John and Leanne
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Dear Murray,
Sending my deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Karmen
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Dear Murray,Beth,Carlie and Nathan , We have never met you folks but our hearts ache for you! We understand in a measure your great loss. We loss our daughter in 1991 she was 15 years old. It is something that you never get over but you go on and God will give you the strength and comfort . When Our Grandson Jordan told us about the tragedy we felt the pain and terrible loss. He shared with us what a special person Nigel was! He said he had away of lifting everybody up and had an infectious smile that just warmed your heart..You are in our thoughts and prayers and may it help to know others care and love you . Dennis and Barbie Melvin
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Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son and your brother. My deepest condolences to you all.
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We can’t even imagine the immense grief you must be feeling at the loss of your beautiful sweet Nigel. Our hearts ache for you. Please know our thoughts and love are with you all.
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Dear Murray, Beth and family,
Thank you for providing us with an opportunity to “be” at Nigel’s beautiful funeral. His precious life was too short but we’re thankful for wonderful memories that can last forever. In his lifetime, his life touched so many others with his love and kindness but perhaps even more of a treasure is that in his passing he may have saved so many other young people from similar grief. We may never know. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you work through these challenging times. We’re thankful that you have so many around the world sharing in your grief and sending their care and love.
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Dear Penner Family
Robert and I listened together this morning. You are well supported at so many levels and yet we really feel so closely bound to what you are experiencing and like so many others would want to be of any assistance or support that we can. May the treasures of darkness comfort you and may joy be interwoven with the sorrow and may love find you wherever grief takes you. Dale McDermit
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Dear Murray, Beth, Carlie & Nathan….I was so very sorry to hear about your precious son, Nigel’s, passing I can’t begin to fathom the loss that you are all feeling these days. I would have loved to be ‘in person’ for his service today, however, I was glad to be part of the virtual service. Your bravery (Carlie, Nathan & Murray) in speaking from your heart is SO appreciated. And Leanne’s message was one of great comfort as well. The service was absolutely beautiful. Sending you all an immense amount of love and hugs and special thoughts and prayers at this time. With love, Sharon xoxo
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Dear Murray and Bethanf family, it was a lovely service today for your son. It is always amazing how much their is to comfort us in loss, proving once again that God never fails in comfort. The days ahead will have their lonely moments but this special day will be a strength to you We are in Cheryl Meyer’s field so wanted to stand by you and her today.
With care, Cheryl
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Dear Beth, Murray, Carlie and Nathan,
Thank you for your generous sharing of the many beautiful and special memories of your beloved brother and son, Nigel. To lose a child is a parent’s greatest loss and we cannot imagine the sorrow you are all experiencing. May God’s love and comfort help you through this very difficult experience.
With love and care,
Darrell and Lynn Pernisie.
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Nigel was a beautiful person, we had the privilege to get to know Nigel when he lived in Calgary and we would meet with him on Wednesday nights. He was so positive and always shared from his heart, he was an encouragement to us all with his positive energy and care for everyone that he met. We will remember his beautiful smile and his kind heart. Our hearts are hurting for you all with the loss of your beautiful son and brother. We are thankful to have had the chance to know such a special person. Our thoughts are with you all.
Lots of love,
Bob, Amelia and Lorinda Bye
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Dear Murray Beth and Family, We just want to share a memory of Nigel. He was in our home for a sing, and each of the young people were invited to share why they chose their hymn that night.
Nigel said he was living in his vehicle and he sang this hymn sometimes to help him remember he wasn’t alone. Sorry we can’t the remember the exact number. We do remember the way it touched our hearts.
Our deepest care and sympathies to you all today.
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Dear Murray, Beth and family… there are no vwords to express my heart felt thoughts for you today. So loved this service in memory of Nigel.
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Dear Murray Beth and family
We share in your deep sorrow, with love
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Words cannot express the feelings of today and that past week. Thinking of you all
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I will miss seeing him, especially during those times at your place for unions. We cannot unerstand the grief you feel. Our love and prayers to you and all your family.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the Penner family. Nigel was in meeting in Calgary with me and many of his thoughts that were shared helped me and encouraged me.
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Dear Penner family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Nigel was ever so was kind and loving and I willI cherish all my memories with him. He encouraged me to always be in meetings in Calgary and he was such a help to us. Growing up he was such a genuine friend. Sending all the comfort and love your way during this time.
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Dear Penner Family, My heart is so sad for your loss. I pray your hearts are comforted by our Dear Lord, knowing Nigel rests within His Loving arms. May your memories of Nigel, and the kindness he portrayed to all, fill you with warmth and tenderness for such a tender caring young man.
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Dear Murray, Beth, & Family. We’re so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you all through this difficult time.
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Dear Murray, Beth, Carlie & Nathan: Our hearts were torn when we heard of Nigel’s passing and your tremendous loss. Sending much love and care to you all. We have good memories of seeing you all at Bonner’s convention; Nigel and Logan kicking the soccer ball around. Do take care, let yourself grieve, God is just a prayer away.
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Dear Murray ,Beth n family…this experience of losing your dear n special Nigel is beyond words…our hearts ache and feel for your deep and painful loss .We trust that you will be enveloped by warmest love…comfort and assurance that will help you to go on….sending our caring love..♡♡ Rod n Jean
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Dear Murray, Beth, Carlie, Nathan and family,
We haven’t met, but we’re the parents of Damon. We had the privilege of briefly meeting Nigel at special mtgs in Calgary when he and Damon were living together. Even though it was a brief meeting, Nigel’s friendly and warm spirit left a lasting impression.
It’s hard to find words to convey how heartbroken we are for your devastating loss. You all have been and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
Wishing you all the peace and comfort only our loving Heavenly Father can give.
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Thinking of you all on such a hard day. Nigel was always such a pleasure to have around. Always laughing and smiling. Still remembering the Sunday morning meeting he came to at dad’s house recently when things were starting to open up and how happy he was to be there. I don’t know how many times he said how good it felt. He will be greatly missed.
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We mourn with you, we feel your comfort too…
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Dear Beth, Murray, Carlie & Nathan, words failed to express my sadness when I heard of Nigel’s passing. My thoughts & prayers go to all of you. We know there is one who will give all comfort and love.
Sending you much love & many hugs…
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Dear Beth, Murray, Carlie and Nathan
Words can’t express our sadness of heart, in hearing of the passing of Nigel, our thoughts are very much with you all these days in your great loss.
Love Gillian & Ray, Hugs
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Dear Penner family, we are feeling deep sadness for you, in this heartbreaking loss. Thinking of you often with love and care
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To Murray Beth and family,
Our hearts ache for you all, just want you to know we love and care for your dear family at this difficult time
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Dear Murray, Beth, Carlie, and Nathan.
I’m sorry to hear the sad news. You are in my thought and prayers as you try to get through this difficult time.
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Dear Beth, Murray and family, we were devastated to hear of your loss. Unfortunately we did not get to meet Nigel as he was working away when we visited you from Australia a couple of years ago.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Take care and look after each other xxx
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Dearest Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan.
We are so saddened by this news and are thinking of you during this time. Our thoughts hugs and prayers are with you.
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Murray and Beth
Thinking of you , Our deepest condolences. Lots of love and prayers to the Penner Family
Cyndi & Steve
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So very sorry for your loss…such sweet memories of Nigel at conventions with him sitting in front of us with our son passing candy to us and chatting after with us “old folkes”
Praying for you all these next few days and weeks.
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Stan, Twila, Ian and nyla webster are sure thinking of you in your loss 😞
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I am beyond saddened to hear of your loss. My love and prayers go out to all of you during this very difficult time. xo
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Dear Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan,
We are so sorry to hear about Nigel, we can’t imagine what you are going through. Wish we could find the right words of comfort, just know we care deeply and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Murray and family, I am so so sorry, you are all very much in my heart, thoughts and prayers.
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Murray Beth Carlie and Nathan Please know you are all in our thoughts and hearts Take care of each other. Sending our love
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I am saddened and devastated for you in the loss of your son. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan; words just cannot express the depth of our sorrow for the loss of your son and brother. We are so very very sorry. It is unimaginable what you are all going through. Please know you are in our hearts and sending you a lifetime of warmth and love.
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May precious memories bring you comfort.
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Dear Murray & Beth,
You have my deepest condolences; I can not express in words my sadness for your loss.
Hitkar Poonia
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We are both very saddened to hear of your dear Nigels passing.
Words are hard to find. We know our God’s comfort and care will carry you through.
Our deepest sympathy
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I am so sorry for all you and your family are going through
and for the loss of your son Nigel.
I am thinking of you all so much daily.
Posie
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Dear Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan; our hearts are torn as we think of your loss. May the God of comfort draw close to you in love, and may your memories be your comfort as you try to heal.
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We are thinking of your family these days
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Nigel will be greatly missed by many! He was always so uplifting and kind to us! We are thinking of the family at this time!
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Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Dear Penner Family – our hearts ache for you. We remember Nigel as a bright eyed young man with an absolutely beautiful smile. He was at our place once with a group of youngsters and he made a special point of coming into the kitchen on his own from outside to say how much he enjoyed the meal. We know you have innumerable memories of his goodness and kindness; may they comfort you during this great sadness.
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The picture above the eulogy is exactly how Nigel will be remembered by us. His big smile and infectious friendly character. Glad for his testimonies too when he was at our meeting with you. Our hearts and prayers are with you all.
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Murray and Beth
Our prayers and thoughts are you with at this most difficult time.
Eddie & Esther
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We are so sorry to hear of your terrible loss, Beth, Murray and family. We send our love and sympathy to all, and know that God will help in every way to comfort you all. Love from . Glenys, Wal, Melba Targett..
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Dear Murray, Beth, Carlie & Nathan,
Our heartfelt sympathy in the passing of dear Nigel.
The family circle has been broken, but the precious memories
and the love of God, family, & friends can unite all together again. There’s a hand that will prove true, whatever our lot shall be. Our love thoughts & prayers will be with you all.
Sorry we are not able to be with you.
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So sorry for your loss.
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Dear Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan,
Our hearts are aching for you. Your beautiful boy will live on in the hearts and memories of those who knew and loved him. I can see that he left a wonderful impression on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
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Dear uncle Murray, auntie Beth, Carlie and Nathan.
My heart aches for your loss, Nigel was a kind soul, who was quick to love and loved to laugh. His warmth and kindness have made an everlasting impression on my life.
Lots of love,
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Dear Murray, Beth , Carlie and Nathan,
Our hearts truly go out to you all at this very painful time . Words can’t express how we feel .
Sending you lots of love
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Murray, Beth, Carly and Nathan – the warmest of hugs and special prayers.
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Sending love and deep sympathy to you Murray & Beth, Carlie, Nathan, all the family and friends. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
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To my Aunty Beth, Uncle Murray, Carlie and Nathan. Words can’t begin to express how heart broken we are for you loss. It is even more painful knowing we can’t be there with you all. One of the first memories I have of Nigel is from when I was 6 years old and we we were visiting Canada from Australia. We were pretty inseparable that trip. I have this vivid memory of us building a fort using couch cushions and crawling around pretending to be puppies together. These memories remind me that Nigel will continue to live on in the hearts of those who remember and love him. Sending love and hugs. Liss and Nate xoxo
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Murray and family. I have only known you Murray, years ago. I was truly saddened to read of the loss of your son. What has been said of Nigel is truly amazing. Would have been a pleasure to have known him. You have had the privelege of having raised him in your home. He was given to you for a short while. He has now gone to a nicer home. I can only imagine what your family is feeling. My heart is with you all. Nigel had your smile.
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Dear Murray, Beth and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your son. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Susan & Noel Alsop
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Dear Murray and family, I am deeply saddened and so sorry to hear about Nigel. My sincerest condolences.
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Dear Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan, Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Pontus and Lori Brandstrom
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I was so sad to hear about Nigel’s passing. Your loss runs very deep and he will be greatly missed by all.
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Dear Murray ,Beth & family here & in Australia.
We are just so heart-broken to hear of the huge loss of your son/ brother….Our love & thoughts are with you all.Glad of the comfort God gives in the times of sorrow.
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Murray and Beth, we never met Nigel but boy was he handsome! What an impish grin! Our hearts break for you as you face this devastating loss. Nigel lives on through you and your love of God. Wishing you peace and love in God’s comfort.
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We are so sorry to hear for the loss of Nigel. We are sending our love and prayers to you and all of your loved ones.
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Murray,
Our sincere condolences, we are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Jag & Nita
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Dearest Murray, Beth, Carlie, and Tidd’s,
Above all we remember a loving, affectionate, smiling, and kind Nigel; a true joy to know and love. We hold each of you close to our hearts these days, knowing that your sorrow is as deep as your love for him will always be.
We know God is proving and you are experiencing that the deeper the injury in your hearts, the more tender the love and the longer the arm that reaches down and touches the aching wound. He can heal, comfort and embrace you as you face this.
We love all of you beyond words…
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We are so sorry for your loss. We have many happy memories watching our boys playing basketball at Seaquam.
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To Murray, Beth and the entire Penner Family,
I am so terribly sorry to hear about the loss of your dear son Nigel.
Sending you heartfelt condolences and wishing you strength during this incredibly difficult time.
You have a beautiful family and I know you will be a great comfort to each other.
You also have an extended family amongst your many friends and we are all here to support you.
Please know that I am thinking about you every day.
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My heartfelt sympathy to you folks, as you struggle through about the worst experience this life can throw at you. It will be hard to comprehend right now, but there will eventually be peace and even joy again, through God’s grace, support of loved ones, and never giving up on the hard road. “Hang on for dear life”.
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Our hearts ache .Nigel was loved by us all . We already miss his sparkling smile, his larger than life way of saying so many kind and thoughtful things; that were usually followed by a warm embrace. One of our last conversations was at Katrina’s wedding where we all had such a happy day ; he gave me the biggest hug and said “Auntie Twy you look amazing” .
When Bruce was in the accident, Nigel made many a tearful phone calls to us from Calgary, wishing he was there with us, to help us through our crisis . Such a tender heart .
These are hard days , know we are with you all.
So glad God’s grace is a comfort . He knows our hearts .
Much love
Bruce and Twyla Rickman
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Murray, Beth, Charlie & Nathan
We are so sad to hear this news and have your family in our prayer thru this very difficult time! His smile will be missed by so many!!!
Lots of Love James and Annaleis Walter (Aussie we meet at Brian’s back home)
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Murray, our deepest condolences to you and your family during this time of grief. Our thoughts & prayers are with you, Beth, Carlie & Nathan during this difficult time.
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We are going to miss your friendly smile & hugs Nigel. We are devastated that you are gone from us and our heart aches fir you Murray & Beth and fed or Carlie & Nathan so sad.
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So sad to hear of Nigel’s passing. So glad my last memory of him is seeing him in Sunday Morning meeting and hearing his part. Will be thinking of all the family at this time.
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Murray: I am so truly sad to hear of the passing of Nigel.
My most heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
I didn’t know Nigel but I see from the photo that he had your smile. Truly, a smile that could light up a room.
With love from,
Renée
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Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan… my heart goes out to you all in your loss. I remember Nigel with a smile of his face, and a twinkle in his eye. May you be comforted in this time of sorrow… you are in our thoughts. Much love, Donna
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I never had the honour of meeting Nigel. However, he made a huge impact on my son, Brandon Fong, as a solid friend, both supportive, fun to play sports with and sharing a love of the trades. Bless Nigel. He sounded like a lovely soul. He will be sadly missed. My thoughts are with his family. Tari Lowe
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My memories of Nigel and Carlie go back to when they were about 7 and 9, and you had come as a family to Bonners Ferry convention. I worked in the dining room, and Carlie and Nigel begged me to sign them up as water pourers on the workers table, and I was delighted to do that, and was rewarded with 2 memorable hugs. I watched them at their job, through the convention meals, and ALWAYS they BOTH were so diligent about doing their job to the best of their ability. Wonderful memories of sweet, innocent children, just wanting to give their all. . Reg and I have you all in our hearts and our prayers. ❤️
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Rest in peace, Nigel. And may time bring peace to those who knew him best.
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Murray,
My heart breaks for you & your family. I can’t imagine how hard this must be for all of you. Sending love & strength to you, Beth, Carlie & Nathan.
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May comfort be found under the shadow of God’s wings
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We are saddened to hear of your tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Penner Family.
Geoff Deb Cooney
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Dear Beth, Murray, Carlie, Nathan and all the family,
My heart and prayers are with you constantly.
Nigel made an impression on anyone he met. Such a loving and kind young man, caring for others.
He will be remembered.
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We remember you folks from the wedding evening you hosted for my brother Dale and Fiona all those years ago. We feel great sadness for you in your devastating loss of a precious son.. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
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Deepest sympathies Murray, Beth, Carlie, Nathan & Brian. Our hearts go out to all of you.
Todd & Linda
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We are saddened to hear about your loss. Our deepest condolences and prayer for you and Beth and the family.
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Sending all of our love.
Jenn & Larry xo
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Dear Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan,
Our hearts go out to you. Much love and care your way today. We are praying that the God of all comfort will be very close to y’all. We feel deeply for y’all.
Much love and care,
William Nichols and family
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I cannot express how sad it is to hear this news.. May the God of all comfort be with you.
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Nigel – Thank you for being the friend that always said “I love you buddy” when hanging up a call. I’ll miss you a ton, and won’t forget the many deep conversations we had about life. I’ll continue sharing your positive energy with all. Love you bud.
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my heart is breaking for you & your family.
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Dear Beth, Murray and family, we are thinking of you in your unimaginable grief and heartbreak.. May God comfort you and hold you in his loving arms. Love from Janet Major (Crotty) and children.
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Dear Murray, Beth and family…Our hearts are breaking with your great loss….
May you find comfort in precious memories….
And knowing you are being held close in thoughts and prayers….Love..Rich & Becky
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We met with Nigel and Roxanne on Wednesday nights. Because Nigel was Murray’s son and we knew Murray well from earlier days we had a lot of fun and teased Nigel. He was a gorgeous kid and had a great sense of humour. He was very helpful in our little bible stiudy group. We really missed them both when they left. It was shocking news beyond belief .Murray and Beth our hearts are breaking with yours. No parent should face this. Sending our deepest condolences. Xx
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Dear Murray and Beth and family. I cannot express in words the sorrow I have for your loss and the pain you are feeling. May our God of love and comfort be very present through this time of loss. Much love and hugs to you all.
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We met with Nigel on Wednesday nights for meeting at Reid and Mandy Olson’s. We always loved your son, and he was such a help in our fellowship mtgs together. We are heartbroken at this news and send our deepest condolences!
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Dear Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan, we are so sorry for the loss of your dear Nigel. We pray that you’ll be feeling the comfort of Heaven, family and friends in your hurt and sadness.
Love Cheryl and Mark
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No words-only Immense love and care.
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Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan. Jim and I send our condolences and prayers to you at this difficult time. I remember Nigel at our Neptune Christmas parties. So full of life and so excited. Always there to help out. Words cannot express our sadness for you and your extended family.
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Dear Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan,
Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Frank & Connie Geier
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Nigel from a very young age was a frequent visitor at my parents house. He was one who was always full of exuberance and a passion for the moment. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time. Remember the good times. At times growing up it’s like he was a permanent fixture around the house. He will always be remembered. It’s difficult to express any message that conveys the sadness felt for your family.
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The first time I met Nigel was at a basketball camp and. I remember Nigel being one of the best players there, and throughly enjoying the grind of training and improving.. Later, being a teammate and friend of Nigel’s at Seaquam was a pleasure. His kindness and openness were traits I admired and looked up to during those years. My heart goes out to all of his friends, family, and loved ones. RIP Nigel Penner 🕊🤍
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Every memory I have of Nigel is special. He was a warm friendly polite well mannered young man who was a delight to have around. Our very special thoughts are with you all in the loss that we all feel.
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I’m so very sorry for your loss. Nigel had such a positive spirit, an outgoing attitude, and an infectious smile that lit up the room. Although his time with us was cut tragically short, he impacted so many with his warmth and kindness. He will be missed and remembered.
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I will always remember Nigel for his open and loving personality, his ready smile and his unaffected friendship. The love of God beamed radiantly in him.
Words cannot express my sympathy to you, Beth, Murray, Carlie and Nathan. May God’s love envelope you and comfort you.
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We have been thinking of you so much over the past few days. We were very sad to hear of Nigel’s passing. When he first moved to Calgary, Nigel came to our house for Sunday meeting, and we appreciated him and the other young people who came with him. Nigel was always friendly, likeable and kind to our boys, and would sometimes go downstairs after meeting and shoot a few balls through their mini-hoop! Once when we were away, Nigel helped start the singing! We feel for your great loss and sadness.
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Thinking of you all with deepest sympathy and lots of love Joyce Tunstell
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We had a good year together when Nigel lived with us in Calgary. He was always quick to be helpful and always so polite. Lots of Rook games were played, lots of good memories were made. We will remember his vibrant smile and ever positive outlook.
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We are all deeply saddened by the loss of Nigel. Nigel was a part of our family and will be forever missed but never forgotten. Nigel will always have a place in all our hearts.
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Dear Murray , Beth , Carly and Nathan . I can’t imagine the grief and sadness in your hart for loosing a son and brother , our thoughts are with you
Julius and Ann Debaar
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Our hearts & minds are with family during this difficult time .
May love & peace be the thread that weaves its way through your hearts .We remember the joy that Nigel gave so freely . He excelled in friendship & empathy He will forever be in our hearts .
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Dear Murray, Beth, Carlie and Nathan, my heart aches for you all. I didn’t know Nigel well and only had a couple of conversations with him over the years but my lasting impression is that he was a fine young man
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Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Nigel had a way of making everyone smile and feel included. We’re so sorry for your loss.
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Nigel will be remembered by us as a very friendly outgoing person. Always a twinkle in his eye. Always on the go. Delivering newspapers playing basketball. He has left behind a very large void. Always remembered and loved.
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Dear Murray, Beth, Carlie & Nathan
There really are no words to express our heartache for you. We are so thankful God knows all and cares and comforts.!
We just want you to know we are sending you hugs and lots of love & we care!!💕
Love Gary & Glenda
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Our thoughts and deepest sympathy are with you all. With much love and care, Lachlan and Kerry Brodie
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To my dearest Sister Beth Murray Carlie and Nathan.
Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of Nigel and we are sorry we can’t be with you at this time in your pain. When travel is allowed we intend to come visit. Those we love ❤️ don’t go away . They walk beside us everyday. Unseen , unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear. May God bring you close to him in the shelter of his arms close to his breast to comfort you at this time.
With lots and lots of Luv
Sister Susie and your brother in law Lance
xoxo 😘
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Beth, Murray, Carlie & Nathan:
I have no wonderful words to take away your incredible pain. But I want you to know what a kind, thoughtful, friendly young man you raised. I always was touched by his kindnesses to me every time I saw him.
Know you are being thought of continually!!! I ache for your loss.
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Nigel had a smile that lit up any room. So heartbreaking to hear the news. Deepest Condolences- May there be a peace that passes all understanding.
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Dear Murray Beth Carlie and Nathan. There are no words that can help your pain. We send you love and caring prayers to help you in this time. May all your family memories comfort you. Love from Rhonda Jim Yvonne Carmen and Lisa