(Must have Broadband Connection to view Video Tribute) Fredrick Raymond Pennington, age 77, of Warrensville, NC, died Saturday, January 3, 2009 at his home. Mr. Pennington was born April 7, 1931 in Ashe County to Ester Jones Pennington and the late Thomas Pennington. He was preceded in death by a son, Carlton Russell Pennington. Mr. Pennington was a member of Sugar Tree Baptist Church. He enjoyed reading his Bible, playing music, gardening, and hunting. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at 2 pm at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel in Jefferson, NC by Rev. Jim Greer, Rev. Ambrose Jones, and Rev. Eddie Foster. Burial will follow in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 pm to 8 pm, Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel. Flowers will be appreciated or memorials may be made to Hospice of Ashe, P.O. Box 421, Jefferson, NC 28640. Mr. Pennington is survived by: His wife: Osa Lea Pennington of the home. His mother: Ester Pennington of Warrensville, NC. One daughter: Terry Mabe of Warrensville, NC. Three brothers: Carlos Pennington of Warrensville, NC. Spence Pennington of Warrensville, NC. Walter Pennington of Warrensville, NC. One Sister: Maggie Moretz of West Jefferson, NC. 2 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive. You may send and view condolences through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Chapel was entrusted with Mr. Pennington's arrangements.