Robert Dale Pennington, age 82, of Pleasanton, Kansas passed away at his home Sunday, February 16, 2020. He was born the son of James and Williamena Pennington on July 18, 1937 in Kansas City, Missouri. He was a tinkerer with the uncanny ability to see things in his mind and build them. Robert worked as a contractor in construction over the years. He is survived by three sons, Joe, Lester Dale and Robert D. Pennington, two daughters, Phyllis A. and Elizabeth Ann Pennington, daughter in law, Angie Pennington, fifteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A Graveside service will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, February 20, 2020 at the Fisher Cemetery in Pleasanton, Kansas. The family suggests contributions to the Wounded Veterans Foundation, these may be sent in care of Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory P.O. Box 525 Pleasanton, Kansas 66075. Online condolences may be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com