Bill Pennington Passes

Published: January 1, 2020 01:38 pm EST

Longtime industry participant Bill Pennington of Clinton, Ont. passed away peacefully on Tuesday (Dec. 31) in the company of his three children. He was 77.

Pennington worked in the racing industry for his entire life, winning 133 races as a driver in addition to training. After retiring from competition in 1985, he served as a starter, race secretary and judge.

Pennington is survived by his children Cindy (Gordon), Mike (Linda) and Corrinna (Howard); his grandchildren Nicole (Paul), Joe (Shelby), Melissa and Kate; his great-granddaughter Ivy Jo; his sisters and many friends.

A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.

Please join Standardbred Canada in offering condolences to the friends and family of Bill Pennington.

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