Pamela (Penny) Rae Larabel, age 74, of Grand Rapids, was called to her heavenly home on Wednesday, June 3, 2020.  She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Patricia Parker.  She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 55 years, Gregg Larabel; daughter, Michelle Larabel-Benites; son Gregg P. and Elizabeth Larabel; grandchildren, Mark Naylor, Chelsea Naylor, Chase Benites, Brittany Montoya, Meranda Flores, Devin Larabel; great grandchildren, Samaya, Santana; sisters, Teri and Martin Beatty, Robin Parker; many sisters and brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Penny was a loving, caring, kind hearted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a help and support to Gregg as they travelled the country and world with the US Air Force. She was the president of the Women’s Bowling Association while in Okinawa, Japan. Penny was the bookkeeper for the Paragon Bowling Center which she and Gregg ran for 16 years.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, June 10 at 11 am at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 4101 Clyde Park Ave. SW, Wyoming. Burial at Ft. Custer National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial contributions to the National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation.

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July 06, 2020 10:30am
Mr. Larabel, Michelle, and Gregg, I hope you'll accept our condolences for the passing of your wife and mother. We have very fond memories of Penny and your family from many years ago. May each of you find comfort and solace in the days to come.

- Jon & Denise Dekker

June 18, 2020 5:35am
We are so sorry for your loss! Prayers for Gregg and family! Kathy and Gregg Noskey

- Kathy Noskey

June 11, 2020 7:49am
Uncle Gregg, Shelly, Gregg and Family, I am so sorry for Aunt Penny’s passing. I have always admired the close bond your family has nurtured. This closeness and the loving support of your family and friends will get you through this and the difficult times ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

- Beth Haas

June 09, 2020 10:43pm
Dear Gregg & family, I was so sorry to hear of Penny's illness and passing. Thinking of you all. Corinne Hondorp

- Corinne D. Hondorp

June 08, 2020 1:24pm
Miss you mom, ❤️💜

- Shelly

June 06, 2020 9:49am
Greg: We are so sorry for your untimely loss of Penny. We hope your struggles in life will be few in the coming months. We know the void left in your life will be hard to fill, but know family will be there for you always. Ken and Barbara

- Kenneth Overholt

June 05, 2020 5:12pm
I love and will deaply miss penny. Now I'm happy you did marry penny after i tried to keep you two from getting married. Pennys and my last conversation was a beautiful time which I will never forget. I'm here for you brother.

- Becky

June 04, 2020 10:09am
Gregg, Shelly and Gregg, Doug and I send our love to you. We are so sorry to hear of Penny's illness and passing. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and always will be. Love from Doug and Jean

- Jean Elvidge

June 04, 2020 4:48am
Aunt Penny, though I didn't know you very well, I know you were a wonderful person because you created a warm loving and caring family, they reflect off you. Also, could you put in a good word for me up there, I may need backup, even if you have to fib a little? 😄 Uncle Gregg and family, I'm very sorry for your loss but the memories will live forever and someday we'll all be reunited. You're all in my prayers!!

- Kathlene Melvin

June 04, 2020 2:29am
Rip

- Sands

June 03, 2020 6:21pm
I have the fondest memories of Penny. For a period of time in the 80’s, you all were family to me. I hope you all will find strength and peace in this difficult time.

- Kyle Kribbet

June 03, 2020 6:11pm
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Michelle and Chase.

- Denise Chupp

June 03, 2020 5:41pm
So sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers!

- Barb and Denny Doyle

June 03, 2020 3:21pm
We extend our deepest sympathy to Penny's family. Penny was always a wonderful and caring person. RIP. Robert and Corona Smith

- Corona B Smith

June 03, 2020 2:08pm
My deepest condolences to you and your family, Michelle.

- Tim J Todish

June 03, 2020 12:49pm
Rest easy aunt Penny...you'll be missed! ❤

- Mike Munyon

June 03, 2020 12:33pm
So sorry to learn of Penny’s untimely passing. I have fond childhood memories of her and Teri as next door neighbors. My deepest sympathy to Gregg and the entire clan on your loss.

- Mike Hondorp

June 03, 2020 11:44am
Love you grandma!

- Chelsea Naylor

June 03, 2020 11:29am
Loved your mom. She was our mom away from home when we'd travel for bowling. So sorry for your loss.

- Michael Hall




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