Bob died peacefully at Alta Bates Hospital after a prolonged illness. Bob was born in San Diego California to loving parents John A. and Leah R. Penberthy (deceased).
Bob worked at the Richmond Independent newspaper, the Oakland Tribune as a District Advisor, until closure, and later worked at Hertz Rental Car until Retirement.
Bob loved his family, friends, and also loved old cars, especially his Valiant. Bob is survived by his Domestic Partner Susan Davis, his brother John Penberthy (spouse Susan Brahan, nieces Megan and Mollie), ex-wife Nedra Kohlberg and his daughter Renee Schultz (spouse Mike; Grandchildren: Vanessa Kendrick and spouse James; Sabrina Gullotto. Great granddaughter, Alani Kendrick) and son Jeffery Penberthy (spouse Rachel Penberthy; Grandchildren: Andrew Penberthy (deceased), Chloe Penberthy).
There will be a viewing and grave site service on Tuesday July 25. The viewing will be from 9 to 11 AM, and the grave site service will be at 11 AM. A reception is planned.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial gift may be sent to Diann Shaddox Foundation for Essential Tremor, 241 Boxelder Drive, Aiken, SC 29803. The non-profit work of Diann Shaddox for ET can be found on her web page DiannShaddoxFoundation.org