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Robert Allan “Bobby” Pennell, age 65, of Vero Beach, passed away on Monday, April 3, 2023.
Bobby was born on January 20, 1958, in Glen Cove, NY to parents, Alfred Gardner Pennell and Barbara Ann Connolly Pennell.
Bobby loved horses and rode all his life, especially enjoying himself as a kid with his dad and family. He was a member of Special Equestrians of the Treasure Coast, Vero Beach, where he rode his favorite horse, “Scotchie.”
Bobby is survived by his sister, Donna; niece, Caron (Eddie) and grandnephew, Jackson; brother, Alfred (Maureen); niece, Melissa (PJ) and grandnieces, Payton & Taylor; niece, Sarah (Josh) and grandniece, Isabella & grandnephew, Quentin; and nephew, Kyle (Jamie) and grandnephew, Killian & grandniece, McKenzie.
Bobby was predeceased by his mother, Barbara Ann Pennell and his father, Alfred “Herbie” Pennell.
Bobby had many friends at The ARC. He loved so many. And he loved his room in his new house.
Memorial contributions in Bobby’s name may be made to The ARC of Indian River County, Inc., 1375 16th Ave., Vero Beach, FL 32960
or
to Special Equestrians of the Treasure Coast (SETC) through their web site: www.specialequestrianstreasurecoast.org or mail: SETC, PO Box 651312, Vero Beach, FL 32965.
Throughout our lives, there are people who touch our hearts and horses who change us forever. We are so thankful.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Karen Johnson - Friend, instructor
April 12, 2023, 2:11 pm
Oh Donna, Bobby will live in the hearts of all who met him. He was such a gentle kind and caring soul. His love of horses, quiet innocence and grace is an example to all of us. I will always remember him smiling when we visited with and then talked about Scotchie. I KNOW Scotchie, Princess and all his favorites are up there with him!
Darlene Dennis - Friend
April 12, 2023, 2:43 pm
Rest in peace dear Bobby. Your sweet gentle soul will live on in the hearts of many.✝️
Nicki Sarett - Friend, retired SETC volunteer
April 12, 2023, 6:02 pm
Oh, Donna, I’m so sorry. I remember Bobby fondly and will always think of him smiling at the barn. Condolences to you and your family. He was a gift to all that knew him.
Joan Swiderski - Friend
April 20, 2023, 10:24 pm
The world is a better place because he was in it. He’ s taking good care of his horse buddies now. It was a privilege to have known such a sweet, loving soul.
April Carr - Friend
May 3, 2023, 12:32 pm
Robert was such a joy to be amongst. He loved his sister Donna dearly and loved Charlene. He would often asked about the both of them including the horses. I am grateful that I had the opportunity to be a part of his life. God bless