Penney Marie (Coutts) Brinkley, age 78, of Gilbert, Arizona (formerly of Everett, Washington) passed away on Saturday, September 30th, 2023. She was born in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia on January 3rd, 1945, to Clayton and Doreen (Noonan) Coutts.
Penney graduated from Cascade High School in Everett, Washington.
She married James Roy Brinkley on January 24th, 1964, in Everett, Washington. They were married 59 beautiful years. Together they had one daughter, Crystal Brinkley.
Penney was a beauty shop manager and beautician for many years for her father, Clayton Coutts (Sarge) in Mukilteo, Washington. She had a passion for hairdressing. She loved camping and boating with her family and friends. She was a devoted wife and mother and enjoyed spending time with her daughter as a Girl Scout Leader. Penney was an animal lover and always had at least 2 or 3 dogs, and sometimes a cat, and a couple of birds. A few of her hobbies included candle making and creating beautiful stained-glass windows.
Penney is survived by her husband James Brinkley; her daughter Crystal Brinkley; and many cousins that loved her dearly.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clayton and Doreen Coutts, and her sister Janice Coutts.
Penney will be dearly missed by all that loved her. In your time of sorrow, light a candle in remembrance of Penney. During your time of grief, we wish you peace and comfort.
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