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for David Pennisi
Chris & Melissa LoNero
July 27, 2004
To all the Pennisi Family: Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time of need. All fisherman, past or present, share a bond of brotherhood. Our brother Rowdy will be greatly missed.
Theresa DeLucchi-Florez
July 26, 2004
On behalf of the entire DeLucchi family (Stephen, Bernadette, Genevieve, Theresa and David) and especially, "Mrs. DeLucchi" from Colton Jr. High, our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Pennisi family.
My mother has fond and funny memories teaching many of the Pennisi children and was heartbroken to hear of your loss.
God bless.
The McDougals
July 14, 2004
Dear Pennisi Family, We did not know Rowdy very well, but we are friends of Susie and Mario through (My sister) Roni Chavez.Our family cant express our sorrow to you enough! We hurt for you and your wonderful family and grieve that this ever had to happen! Our prayers are with you, Pat Ranae Megan Taylor & Jordan.
Lysa Randolph (Daykin) f/v Classic
July 12, 2004
How does one even begin to express the words. To the loved ones of David... I am so sorry for your loss,Your grief must be overwhelming.My heart and prayers are with you. Growing up on the docks it is hard to think back to my teens and not have Rowdy in the memories. His casual stroll up and down the docks armed with a kind word a disarming smile,quick wit and a passion for the sea and all things related.His devotion to family unyielding. Joey your daddy was a noble man, a kind soul, and the kind of man you learn to be a better person from because he was in your life.He taught me courage, conviction, and how to be true to myself. I feel blessed to have known him.Thank you Rowdy for being my friend. Here's hoping Heaven is full of highliners and your bringing in the motherload. Fish On!
Gina Galuppo-Clifton
July 11, 2004
Dearest Pennisi Family,
I can remember when I was young, living across the street from your family. All of the Pennisi children and I would play at the "lot" and Rowdy would always play with us and we would have such a great time. Mrs. Pennisi, you are such a wonderful person. When my grandmother died you were there always asking if you could do something for us. Thank you. John & Joey, I can't imagine how you must feel. I'm so very sorry. If there is anything I can do please let me know. You are the greatest family I know. I'm so very sorry.
Randy James
July 11, 2004
I give my deepest sympathy to Patti and Rowdy’s family. He was a great friend who was always in my thoughts through the years. God Bless
Francis & Renee Davi
July 10, 2004
Our deepest sympathy to the whole Pennisi Family and Especially Patty and their children,
All of you are in our hearts and prayers.
God Bless xoxo
Dorio family
July 9, 2004
Dear Pennisi Family
Our deepest sympathy to the Pennisi family. Our prayers are with you.
Love "The Dorio Family"
Salvatore DiMaggio
July 9, 2004
My deepest sympathy for the Pennisi Family.
Carolyn DiMaggio-Campbell
July 9, 2004
To The Pennisi Family
I can't describe the sorrow I felt when I heard the news. You are all in my prayers, and have my deepest sympathy. God must have needed David sooner than anyone couldv'e expected.
Sincerely, Carolyn DiMaggio-Campbell
Josephine White
July 9, 2004
To the Pennisi family,
You were blessed with the life of your son/brother/friend , Celebrate his life and remember he will always be in your heart. You will feel his hugs, and his warmth. My thoughts are with the entire family.
Amber Sell (Ball)
July 8, 2004
To the whole family im so sorry for your loss. Patty im so sorry for you I hope you remember me. We had fun going camping Rowdy was always the life of the party. God Bless.
Carl & Judy Ball also send there regards to you patty. you and the whole family are in our prayers and thoughts...
Marie Nannini
July 7, 2004
I want to express my deepest sympathy to the Pennisi family who were so very kind when my family was mourning the loss of my cousins Brian and Kevin Nannini. To know that now you have to go through such a tremendous loss in your family breaks my heart. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Caroline Mudd
July 7, 2004
My sincerest sympathies to the entire Pennisi family.
One of my most favorite memories of Rowdy was of him in the swimming pool at Chamisal. Every kid in the pool was on his back. He had this HUGE smile on his face and acted as though he was everyone's Dad. He was loving every moment of it. He was fun. He was kind. He was very special. The world is certainly a little darker without him. God Bless the entire family. Especially his wife Patty and baby boy Joey. Our prayers are with all of you.
Love,
The Mudd Family
Linda Ghio
July 7, 2004
My dear Rowdy,
I don't know that I ever thanked you for introducing me to the best friend I could ever imagine having. Through you and Barbie, I was welcomed into a family I now consider my own. Thank You. I miss your big, easy grin, laughter and those great hugs that only you could give. I'll be listening for your laughter in the waves and the feel of you hugs in the wind.
I miss you, my friend.
Beth Norton
July 7, 2004
I send my deepest sympathies to the Pennisi Family. John, my thoughts are with you and all of us who love the ocean.
A memory for Rowdy's children: Rowdy's warm and gentle nature was disarming and he could quickly speak to you as if he had known you your whole life. The first time I met Rowdy I was pregnant and had shuttle duty for a NMFS research cruise on Irene's Way. Within minutes of meeting Rowdy, he had me deep in conversation explaining how happy I was going to be once my son was born. He went on and on about how he loved being a father and how much fun he was having with his kids. He was truly excited for me through his own love for you.
Don Pearson
July 7, 2004
Rowdy was a good friend and shipmate. His loss affects us all. Words are not adequate to explain how much he will be missed.
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