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Penelope S. Rambo, affectionately known as Penni, passed away peacefully Jan. 1, 2024, in Steubenville, Ohio, at the age of 73. She was born Aug. 27, 1950, in East Liverpool, Ohio and lived her entire life in the Ohio Valley.
Penni dedicated several years of her life working as a waitress at the Green Marble before her well deserved retirement. Her warm smile and kindhearted nature made her a beloved member of the community. Penni took great joy in serving others and making their dining experience memorable.
Outside of work, Penni cherished spending quality time with her family. One of her favorite traditions was going to the beach at the Outer Banks, where she enjoyed the sun, sand and laughter with her loved ones. She also found great delight in playing Bingo and Keno, always hoping for that lucky win.
Penni leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She is survived by her devoted husband of 56 years, Jerry Rambo, whom she married Feb. 7, 1967. Penni was a loving mother to her children Jerry (Pam) Rambo of Chesterfield, Va., Chad (Donna) Rambo of Raleigh, N.C., and Tammy Rambo of Columbiana, Ohio.
She will forever be remembered as a proud grandmother to Kalei Rambo-Ratner, Jocelyn Rambo and Emma Rambo. Moreover, Penni was blessed to welcome her great-grandchildren Zachary Rambo, Landon Rambo-Ratner, Delilah Rambo-Ratner and Sienna Rambo Ratner into her heart.
Penni is preceded in death by her parents, William Vaughn and Ella Mae Hendershot, her son Rich Rambo, and her sisters Sandy Croxall and Nancy Silverthorn. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends, who will forever cherish the love and laughter she brought into their lives.
A funeral service to honor and celebrate Penni's life will be held at Martin Chapel of Care Funeral & Cremation Specialists in Calcutta, Ohio, Thursday, Jan. 4. Visitation will take place from 4 until 6 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 6 p.m., officiated by Rev. Norm Eckert. Food and fellowship will be shared afterward in the Martin Room of the Martin Chapel.
In this time of loss, let us remember Penni's warm spirit, her love for family and the joy she brought to those around her. May her soul find peace, and may her cherished memories live on in our hearts forever.
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