Thomas Patrick “Pat” Pennell decided it was time to join his wife in heaven on November 7, 2021.
Pat was born on June 10, 1945, to Thomas A. and Montana “Sis” (Moore) Pennell. He was the apple of his mother’s eye.
He attended Boys Central and Butte High. At 16 he decided school was not for him and went to work at Badger Mine. Mining became his main occupation. When he turned 21, he was drafted into the Army. He served in the Special Forces Unit in the Vietnam War and returned home February 1968. He went back to working as a heavy equipment operator and bartending at Met Tavern and Thompson’s Corner.
He loved football (Green Bay Packers), baseball (New York Yankees), golf, and anything outdoors (fishing, hunting, and trapping). Everything his father taught him, he taught his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed meeting up with his childhood friends for the yearly Labor Day Golf Tournament.
He married the love-of-his-life, Judy, on July 27, 1968. They later found out they had known each other as kids. They were together for 49 years and welcomed three children: Pam, Tom, and Dawn.
Pat is survived by his children, Pam Pennell, Tom (Mindy) Pennell, and Dawn Pennell; grandchildren, Bo (Kylee) Berge, Justina Pennell, Jada Berge, Mason, and Kohlter Pennell.; sister, Maureen Pennell; brother-in-law, Chuck (Kris) Nylund; nephews, Nick (Kay) Previsich, Steve Previsich, and Erik Nylund; and numerous friends that are family.
Thank you, Dr. Serena Brewer, Dr. Shawn Yates, and the amazing staff at Copper Ridge.
In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Veterans or Shriner’s Hospital.
Dad, we love and miss you. Thank you for being the best dad.
A celebration of life will be held at 2pm on Saturday, December 4th at the Met Tavern, 1375 Harrison Ave., Butte, MT 59701.
Please visit below to offer the family a condolence. Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Pat.
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
2:00 p.m.
Saturday December 4, 2021
Met Tavern
1375 Harrison Ave.
Butte, Montana 59701
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
2:00 p.m.
Saturday December 4, 2021
Met Tavern
1375 Harrison Ave.
Butte, Montana 59701
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Chuck and Kris says
Nicely written. Will never forget all he did for my mother. He was a kind and caring man. Gone but never forgotten! Our deepest sympathies.
Joe and Lori Harvey says
We will sure miss Pat. He was always one of my many favorites at the Dewey bar. Pat helped me in many ways. I enjoyed making lunches for us and pies or whatever else I could. He also Trapped for us. Loved his company and many laughs. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all. So sorry, Joe and Lori
Patti and Rick Fulton says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Pat was such cool guy. He taught me a lot of great things over the years. He will be greatly missed in Dewey. Rest easy my friend. May your memories of you dad and papa help ease your pain now and down the road.
Maureen says
Will always miss my Brother….he never flaunted his many accomplishments…my life is empty right now
Annette Richter says
Pam sincere condolences to you and your family.
Annette Richter says
Pam, sincere condolences to you and your family.
john a conlan says
Tom, Pam, Dawn. Maureen and families. I have known Pat for many years, from the days at St.Patricks to the many times hunting, fishing , golfing and playing softball and many other adventures. Judy and myself send our thoughts and prayers to all of you. John
Amy McNellis Holodnick says
Pam and family we are sending you our thoughts and prayers.
Lynn and Dennis Doherty says
Maureen, Tommy, Pam, Dawn, so sorry for your loss. You were blessed to have him in your lives, God bless and RIP Pat.
Gino Dunfee says
Another Butte, Dewey, Thompson’s Corner gentleman gone! RIP Pat. Condolences to the family.