Ludie Amos

Ludie was born on Saturday, June 1, 1935, the daughter of the late George Pennyman and Ella Bates Pennyman. In addition to her parents, her husband Herman Amos and sisters: Odessa “Boots” Pennyman Miller, Ada Mae “Mutt” Pennyman Atwater, Bernice Pennyman Ivey, Ella Mae Pennyman Ivey; brothers: Otis “Chuck” Pennyman, Woncie Pennyman, Willie “Cle” Pennyman, George “Buck” Pennyman, Jr., and John Frank Pennyman preceded her in death.

She accept Jesus Christ as her personal Lord and Savior at an early age and was a member of Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church. Her favorite gospel songs were “His Eye is on the Sparrow” and “Amazing Grace.”

Affectionately called “Kitty” by friends and loved ones, she received her education in the Cuyahoga County, Ohio Public School System.

She married Herman Amos and this union was blessed with three children.

A celebrated and award winning artist, she was the recipient of the Governor’s Award for “Folk Art” and numerous artist awards for her sculptures, mixed media and dolls. Her family was and is her foundation. A phrase she repeated almost daily “I love my family.” Her super power were her hands, they were always busy creating and forming and filled with love. Always love. She also enjoyed fishing and will be greatly missed.

On Monday, October 19, 2026, Ludie departed this life to be with the Lord.

She leaves to cherish precious memories her devoted children: Anita L. Amos, Vanessa M. Amos and Herman Jerome Amos, all Clarksville, TN; 11 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.