Arnold Pennza, age 56, of Manchester, Kentucky, passed away on October 22, 2025, at The Greg & Noreen Wells Bluegrass Hospice Care Center in Hazard, KY. Arnold was born on June 11, 1969, in Oneida, Kentucky.
He was the beloved son of the late Robert Pennza and his surviving mother, Bonnie Newsome-Baker of Oneida. Arnold was also preceded in death by his wife, Jennifer Dixon Pennza; his stepfather, James Newsome; and his stepbrother, James Newsome, Jr.
Arnold is survived by his loving children: son Robert Dixon of Manchester; daughter Madalene Justice and husband George of Oneida; and daughter Kaitlynn Dean and husband Tommy of Manchester. He was a proud grandfather to Bentley Sizemore, Joshua Sizemore, Weston Dean, Tyson Dean, Lakelynn Dean, Abigail Phillips, Katherine Justice, Harvey Justice, Emily Simpson, Joseph Simpson, Jadyn Justice, Makinzie Hudson, Mason Justice, Skyler Ghent, and Makenzie Ghent. He also leaves behind several cherished nieces and nephews.
He is further survived by his brother, James Newsome of Oneida; sisters, Tonya Clark and husband Joshua of Stamping Ground, Shannon Adkins and husband Keith of Winchester, and Doris Braddock of Florida; and stepbrothers, Scotty Newsom and Danny Newsome, both of Ohio.
Family and friends paid their respects on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Britton Funeral Home. Funeral services followed at 1:00 PM on the same day and location.
Arnold will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.
