Joseph Abner Penton, 92, a resident of Verbena, died Friday, June 22, 2012.

Graveside services will be held in the Verbena Cemetery on Sunday, June 24 at 3:30 p.m. with the Rev. Winston Brooks officiating.

Mr. Penton was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma Penton. He is survived by his daughter, Mary Culpepper (Bryant); son, Larry Penton (Janice); sister, Sarah Oates; six grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

The family will receive friends at Prattville Memorial Chapel on Sunday, June 24 from 2-3 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorials be made to one’s favorite charity.

To send condolences, please visit www.prattvillememorial.com.