Thomas R. Penner, age 41, of Great Meadows, NJ died Saturday, June 14, 2025 at home in Great Meadows. Thomas was born September 9, 1983 in Hackettstown, NJ. He is the son of David R. Penner and the late Nancy (Ronoski) Penner.
Thomas was employed by NJ Motor Vehicle Commission, Northern Region of New Jersey as a Supervisor. Thomas graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from Rutgers University. He enjoyed trips to Atlantic City, was an avid bargain shopper who loved making deals, and was an enthusiastic fan of ice skating.
Thomas is survived by his loving father, David R. Penner, his caring brother, Matthew Penner, an aunt, Carol Holbrook, three nephews, Michael, Luke, and Sterling Penner and his former sister-in-law, Kate Pollock.
Visiting will be Wednesday, June 18 from 4-8 pm at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ. A Catholic funeral service will be held at 7:30 pm with Father Gregory of Sts. Peter and Paul church, Great Meadows officiating.
Entombment of ashes will be held on Thursday at 11 am at the Union Cemetery, Hackettstown, NJ. All arrangements are under the direction of the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown. www.cochranfuneral.com
Condolences(6)-
-
-
-
-
-
Previous Sink, Ronald H.
Next Stramaglia, Francesco L.
Terri says
June 17, 2025 at 11:57 amPlease accept my heartfelt condolences for the loss of such a bright light. I had the pleasure of working with Tom at MVC. What a great guy! I will so miss his wit and that laugh.
A Snow says
June 17, 2025 at 12:30 pmThe soul is never gone when it rests with the LORD. Sending prayers and peace to you and your family.
Jennie and Mike says
June 17, 2025 at 6:26 pmDavid,
We are so sorry to hear about Tommy. We love you and are here for you.
Jennie Reilly
Rob says
June 17, 2025 at 9:38 pmIt was always a day full of laughters working with Tom. My condolences to the Penner family. May he rest in paradise
Melinda says
June 18, 2025 at 2:37 pmWe are very sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. He was a kind man. My condolences to his family and friends.
DCF Warren Campus
Ronnie W says
June 19, 2025 at 12:58 amI am still stunned and trying to come to terms with this unexpected news.
We started, many years ago, around the same time on a school bus inspection team.
He was a good guy with a great sense of humor.
We shared a lot great memories and fun times together, while working.
He was also, my Team Leader, when we both were on commercial bus unit and he always was a great help to me.
Tom was always there , if I needed him for any information and advice.
I will miss him dearly.
My condolences and prayers goes out to the entire Penner family.
Search Obituaries