Jennifer was born April 7, 1960 and was the third child of Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Guv Pennington (Phyllis Van Wirt Thorp). She is survived by her brother Thomas Thorp Pennington (Kathryn), her sister Inez Scott Pennington (Don Erickson), her niece Molly Kathryn Pennington and her nephew Thomas Hunt Pennington.
A Nashville native, Jennifer attended The Ensworth School, Harpeth Hall School, and received her B.A. from Vassar College in 1982. She worked briefly at Equitable Securities Company in Nashville and then began a long career as an equine property manager and teacher.
An avid horsewoman, Jennifer had a love affair with ponies and horses her entire life. She enjoyed everything to do with horses and made many friendships with people who had similar interests. Beloved in the Nashville horse show scene centered around Brownland Farm, Jennifer co-chaired the Nashville Grand Prix Event for many years at Brownland Farm. This event benefited Saddle Up!, a therapeutic riding charity based in Franklin. Jennifer also volunteered much of her time teaching and helping at Saddle Up!.
A talented artist, Jennifer’s favorite pastime was drawing, painting, and sculpting. She loved to write and authored a book. She was a voracious reader, had a strong interest in history, and loved to invent and problem solve. Jennifer was quick to laugh and to encourage others. She was a dear friend to many and will be greatly missed. Her family wishes to thank all those who helped make the end of her life full of love and caring.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be directed to Saddle Up!, 1549 Old Hillsboro Road, Franklin, TN 37069, or Sexual Assault Center of Middle Tennessee, 101 French Landing Dr. Nashville, TN 37228. A private memorial service will be held in The Columbarium and Sullivan Gardens at First Presbyterian Church, Nashville. A celebration of Jennifer’s life will be held at The Urban Grub Restaurant, 2506 12th Avenue South, Nashville on Wednesday, May 19th from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. All of her family and friends are welcome.
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