Matthew Shane Penninger

January 12, 1972 - March 27, 2021

Matthew "Rooster" Shane Penninger, 49, of Mooresville, North Carolina, passed away on March 27, 2021. He was born on January 12, 1972 in Charlotte, NC to Rocena "Faye" Ferrell Raper and the late Norman Penninger. Matthew was known for his humor and friendly spirit. He was always looking for a bargain and loved to shop. He enjoyed gaming and fishing as other hobbies. He was a loving father and always lived for his kids. Matthew will be deeply missed. He is survived by his mother Rocena "Faye" Raper (Ron); his children, Gabrielle, Mattalyn and Keith Penninger; step-son, Cody Goodman; sister, Wendy Copenhaver (Timothy); nephew, Joshua Copenhaver; niece, Bethany Copenhaver; and great nephew, Jakob Smith. A Memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, April 2 at Laura Memorial Church of God with Rev. Frank Smith officiating. Cavin-Cook Funeral Home & Crematory, Mooresville, is serving the Penninger family. Condolences may be made to the family at www.cavin-cook.com.