Penelope Huff Obituary: 15-Year-Old Licking, Missouri Volleyball Player Dies in Fatal Crash

Penelope Mya Huff, 15, of Licking, Missouri, died in a November 1, 2026, vehicle crash in Dent County. The Club Phoenix and Licking volleyball communities are remembering the young athlete.

Penelope Huff Dies in Licking, Missouri, Area Crash

The Licking, Missouri, community is mourning Penelope Mya Huff, a 15-year-old student and volleyball player who died following a vehicle crash in Dent County on Sunday, November 1, 2026.

According to local news reporting and Missouri State Highway Patrol records, the crash occurred at approximately 6:40 p.m. on Highway VV, about half a mile west of County Road 6620. A 1999 Chevrolet Silverado travelling eastbound reportedly lost control on the wet roadway, left the road and overturned. Penelope, who was a passenger, was partially ejected and pronounced dead at the scene. The 16-year-old driver was reported uninjured.

Club Phoenix Volleyball Remembers Penelope Huff

Penelope had been part of the Club Phoenix Volleyball family for three years and was preparing to begin her fourth season with the organisation’s 16-1 team, according to the tribute supplied in the original report.

Her involvement in volleyball also extended to her school community. She played for the Licking Lady Wildcats, helping the team during its 2026 season. Local sports coverage highlighted her contributions on the court, including her performance during the district championship match.

The news has brought sadness to teammates, coaches, classmates and friends. For those who shared practices, competitions and everyday moments with Penelope, her absence will be deeply felt.

Funeral Arrangements and Community Support

Penelope’s published funeral-home listing identifies her as Penelope Mya Huff and provides arrangements for Saturday, November 7, 2026. Visitation is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Assembly of God in Licking, followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. and committal at Licking Cemetery.

As her family and loved ones prepare to say goodbye, the tributes from both volleyball communities reflect the important place she held in the lives of those around her.

Our heartfelt condolences go to Penelope’s family, friends, teammates, coaches and everyone affected by this loss. May they find strength in one another and comfort in the memories they shared.

Penelope Huff: Obituary and Accident Details

• Full name: Penelope Mya Huff

• Age: 15

• Hometown: Licking, Missouri

• Date of accident: November 1, 2026

• Crash location: Highway VV, Dent County, Missouri

• School team: Licking Lady Wildcats

• Club team: Club Phoenix Volleyball, according to the supplied tribute

• Reported cause of death: Injuries sustained in a vehicle rollover crash

• Funeral service: November 7, 2026, at 11 a.m.

• Visitation: 9 a.m.–11 a.m., Assembly of God, Licking, Missouri

Editorial note: Penelope’s age, identity, crash circumstances and funeral arrangements are supported by local reporting, Missouri State Highway Patrol records and the funeral-home listing. The original article’s description of her volleyball involvement is based on the supplied club tribute; school sports coverage independently documents her participation with the Licking Lady Wildcats.