- Born on: May 1, 1926
- Departed on: June 1, 2008
Penelope Binger
I am so sorry to hear of Penny's passing, She was one of the most gentle and kind woman i have ever know, I am honored to have know her.. Julie a big hug for you :) Take care Binger Family...Anne and Ed Waltz
Penny was a renaissance woman with wisdom, a loving heart and a keen mind, always concerned about the human state and always doing her part to improve the world. She was a devoted friend and showed great kindness to my mother. I will treasure all those memories plus our shared involvement with Temple Judah, the Interreligious Council of Linn County, Jewish mysticism. May her memory always be for a blessing. Shalom, Salaam, Peace-- She really did live that.
Mama I miss you! I miss our talks. God Bless You.
I am sorry to hear of your loss.
On behalf of UU retired ministers and their partners I send our collective sympathy to the family of our colleague, Penny Binger. Although I did not personally know Penny, I envy those who did for from the brief summary of her life, she was respected, cherished and admired my so many who she touched. Our thoughts go out to your family. Nancy Doughty, President of the UU Retired Ministers and Partners Assocation
I will fondly remember Penny and her enthusiasm for books and civil rights that she expounded upon with waves of her ring covered hands. Charity Rowley
Julie, J.D., Joey and Lucas: We would like to express our sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your Mom/Grandma Pen.
I will fondly remember Penny and her enthusiasm for books and civil rights that she expounded upon with waves of her ring covered hands. Charity Rowley
Our thoughts and prayers are with our friends in this time of grief.
I am so sorry the hear of Penny's passing. She was an amazing woman who brought wonder to our lives. My best regards, Joyce Schumacher
Our thoughts and prayers are with our friends in this time of grief.
I remember the many, many nights we met with Penny, studying, discussing and learning about Process Philosophy. The world is ever becoming and we move on without her, but we remember her with love.
A hell of a good woman! Stright arrow, clear, no deceit in her bones at all. A rare one. She shall indeed be missed.
Penny was a mentor and supporter for me. We shared a passion for Process Theology. She came into my life at the perfect time. The Process Theology Network became an affiliate of the UUA in 1989 much to her credit. She collaborated with me and others creating PT events at the UU General Assembly... a very creative process. Penny's energy, vision, and courage inspired me. Her gifts live on in all of us. My thoughts go out to Penny's family. In loving process, Barbara Booth Keiller, PhD
Liz & Family- I am sorry to read of your mother's passing. May your fond memories of her help you through your time of grief. With Sincere Sympathy, Andy Weaver Washington High School Class of 1973
A hell of a good woman! Stright arrow, clear, no deceit in her bones at all. A rare one. She shall indeed be missed.
Liz & Family- I am sorry to read of your mother's passing. May your fond memories of her help you through your time of grief. With Sincere Sympathy, Andy Weaver Washington High School Class of 1973
Dear Pol. . .our thoughts are with you and your family at this time of loss. I am here for you always. Love ya, Lori & girls
I remember the many, many nights we met with Penny, studying, discussing and learning about Process Philosophy. The world is ever becoming and we move on without her, but we remember her with love.
Julie, J.D., Joey and Lucas: We would like to express our sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your Mom/Grandma Pen.
On behalf of UU retired ministers and their partners I send our collective sympathy to the family of our colleague, Penny Binger. Although I did not personally know Penny, I envy those who did for from the brief summary of her life, she was respected, cherished and admired my so many who she touched. Our thoughts go out to your family. Nancy Doughty, President of the UU Retired Ministers and Partners Assocation
My first memories of Mrs. Binger was as the mother of my best friend in first grade. She was a loving caring mother who actually sewed dresses, packed lunches and cooked from scratch. I got to know Penny as an adult when she moved to Berkeley to study for the ministry. I am still amazed that a woman old enough to be my mother would set out on such a journey at that time in life. She was brave! She walked miles to school since she didn't drive. We had dinner once at a restaurant she'd passed with table clothes, saying it couldn't be too bad. After waiting for an hour or so for a table, we discovered it was one of the new California Cuisine (expensive) restauarants! I saw her several times in Cedar Rapids when my dad drove her to the printer and post office to mail the League of Women Voters newsletter. Penny was an inspiration, never afraid of intellectual challenges or afraid to make daunting life decisions. Binger Kids: I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was one in a million. I'm so lucky to have known her both when I was a child and especially as an adult. Martha Ely Goralka
Penny was a mentor and supporter for me. We shared a passion for Process Theology. She came into my life at the perfect time. The Process Theology Network became an affiliate of the UUA in 1989 much to her credit. She collaborated with me and others creating PT events at the UU General Assembly... a very creative process. Penny's energy, vision, and courage inspired me. Her gifts live on in all of us. My thoughts go out to Penny's family. In loving process, Barbara Booth Keiller, PhD
It's truly hard to imagine how many lives were touched by Penny. Each of us better for it as we became wiser, more loving, and thoughtful toward others. She taught us that one person can make a difference. That social justice was a matter of individual action. And that the world becomes better as we believe we can make it that way. She lived as an example of one who saw diversity in thought, soul or circumstance as something to admire rather than fear. Perhaps as we all reflect on her passing we might find one small way to be more accepting, act in greater kindness, and give without condition. For in any of these considerations we might move from missing a dear friend to remembering what made her so special.
Penny was a renaissance woman with wisdom, a loving heart and a keen mind, always concerned about the human state and always doing her part to improve the world. She was a devoted friend and showed great kindness to my mother. I will treasure all those memories plus our shared involvement with Temple Judah, the Interreligious Council of Linn County, Jewish mysticism. May her memory always be for a blessing. Shalom, Salaam, Peace-- She really did live that.
I am so sorry the hear of Penny's passing. She was an amazing woman who brought wonder to our lives. My best regards, Joyce Schumacher
I am sorry to hear of your loss.
My mind is reliving many hours and moments spent with the Binger family! There were times when my parents thought I lived with all of you!! My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Penny Binger was truly a remarkable woman in many ways. I shall treasure the memories I have of her and all of you.
Julie and Family-- So very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Please accept my condolences.
My mind is reliving many hours and moments spent with the Binger family! There were times when my parents thought I lived with all of you!! My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Penny Binger was truly a remarkable woman in many ways. I shall treasure the memories I have of her and all of you.
Penny and I overlapped in our ministry training at Starr King School for Ministry. I was only 27 and she was nearly 60; she actually intimidated the hell out of me with her unbelievably straight gaze and cut-through-the-superficial zingers. I have long been out of touch with her, to my regret; but it is amazingly easy to evoke her face in my mind's eye and to hear her voice. She was a blessing; she was a truth-teller. Those of you who had her all or most of your lives (as mother, grandmother, friend)have been lucky beyond the norm. I am sure she knew how loved she was. May you all feel the same as you walk through your grief.
I'm very sorry for your loss; you are in my prayers.
Mama I miss you! I miss our talks. God Bless You.
I'll miss you, grandma. Thank you for the books. You know which ones.
Julie and Family-- So very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Please accept my condolences.
My first memories of Mrs. Binger was as the mother of my best friend in first grade. She was a loving caring mother who actually sewed dresses, packed lunches and cooked from scratch. I got to know Penny as an adult when she moved to Berkeley to study for the ministry. I am still amazed that a woman old enough to be my mother would set out on such a journey at that time in life. She was brave! She walked miles to school since she didn't drive. We had dinner once at a restaurant she'd passed with table clothes, saying it couldn't be too bad. After waiting for an hour or so for a table, we discovered it was one of the new California Cuisine (expensive) restauarants! I saw her several times in Cedar Rapids when my dad drove her to the printer and post office to mail the League of Women Voters newsletter. Penny was an inspiration, never afraid of intellectual challenges or afraid to make daunting life decisions. Binger Kids: I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was one in a million. I'm so lucky to have known her both when I was a child and especially as an adult. Martha Ely Goralka
Penny and I overlapped in our ministry training at Starr King School for Ministry. I was only 27 and she was nearly 60; she actually intimidated the hell out of me with her unbelievably straight gaze and cut-through-the-superficial zingers. I have long been out of touch with her, to my regret; but it is amazingly easy to evoke her face in my mind's eye and to hear her voice. She was a blessing; she was a truth-teller. Those of you who had her all or most of your lives (as mother, grandmother, friend)have been lucky beyond the norm. I am sure she knew how loved she was. May you all feel the same as you walk through your grief.
What a thoughtful and caring mentor Penny was for me when I first became the parish minister at the Peoples Church in Cedar Rapids. And then Penny retired to CR and joined Peoples, and I had a wonderful colleague in the congregation. I was inspired by her passions for civil liberties and interfaith work, and was moved to learn later that her deep discernment had led to her conversion to Judaism. I am so sorry to hear of her death and extend my sympathy to her family and many friends. Sincerely, Linda Hansen
Dear Pol. . .our thoughts are with you and your family at this time of loss. I am here for you always. Love ya, Lori & girls
It's truly hard to imagine how many lives were touched by Penny. Each of us better for it as we became wiser, more loving, and thoughtful toward others. She taught us that one person can make a difference. That social justice was a matter of individual action. And that the world becomes better as we believe we can make it that way. She lived as an example of one who saw diversity in thought, soul or circumstance as something to admire rather than fear. Perhaps as we all reflect on her passing we might find one small way to be more accepting, act in greater kindness, and give without condition. For in any of these considerations we might move from missing a dear friend to remembering what made her so special.
I am so sorry to hear of Penny's passing, She was one of the most gentle and kind woman i have ever know, I am honored to have know her.. Julie a big hug for you :) Take care Binger Family...Anne and Ed Waltz
What a thoughtful and caring mentor Penny was for me when I first became the parish minister at the Peoples Church in Cedar Rapids. And then Penny retired to CR and joined Peoples, and I had a wonderful colleague in the congregation. I was inspired by her passions for civil liberties and interfaith work, and was moved to learn later that her deep discernment had led to her conversion to Judaism. I am so sorry to hear of her death and extend my sympathy to her family and many friends. Sincerely, Linda Hansen
I'm very sorry for your loss; you are in my prayers.
I'll miss you, grandma. Thank you for the books. You know which ones.
