Jack Darrel Pencek

Jack Darrel Pencek, 64, of Oak Ridge passed away on Friday, May 6, 2022. Jack was born in Chicago, Illinois on June 11, 1957, to the late Edward and Margaret Pencek. He worked at Parkwest Church in Knoxville, Tennessee for many years, making several friends while he was employed there. Jack loved his church family dearly. He also enjoyed drag racing, fishing, sports, and just sitting playing on his phone.

Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his son, Nicholas Pencek; and his brother, Tom Pencek.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his ex-wife and best friend, Regina Palmer; his children, Linda, and Adam; grandchildren, Donnavin, Nick, and Nicholas, all of Illinois; his siblings, Sandy, Gerry, and Ron; his long-time friends, Frank Docekal, and Alan Docekal; along with a host of extended family and friends.

In lieu of flowers the family request that donation be made to Companion Funeral Home to help with Jack’s Final Expenses.

You are invited to share a personal memory of Jack or your condolences with his family at his online memorial located at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral Home of Athens and the Cody family are honored to assist the family with these arrangements.