Erdman-Penifold, Irene, Jan. 20, 1923- Oct. 29, 2012 Scottsbluff Star Herald Scottsbluff, Nebraska 20 Nov 2012 Irene Erdman-Penifold went to be with the Lord Monday, Oct. 29, 2012 in Casa Grande, Ariz. following a massive stroke. A memorial service is planned for Jan. 20, 2013. Memorial donations in her honor may be made to Hospice or Community Food Bank. Irene was born Jan. 20, 1923, in Bayard, she is survived by her husband of 66 years, James H. Penifold of Coolidge, Ariz. They were married Jan. 3, 1946 in Denver. She earned her Nurse's Aide Certificate in 1978 after completing her GED Certification and worked in the healthcare field. Irene was a ray of sunshine to all who met her. Survivors include her children, James L. of Phoenix, Ariz.; Sandra Horton of Marana, Ariz.; Betty Latimer of Tampa, Fla.; John D. of Eugene, Ore.; Frederick P. of Oracle, Ariz.; and Dorene Moe of Redwood Falls, Minn., 16 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Survivors also include a sister, Esther Williams of Sand Springs, Okla., and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding Irene in death were her parents, Henry and Anna Erdman; eight brothers, and four sisters.