May God bless you and your...
I wish I'd known- I would have been there!
Here's to Larry and the wonderful music he touched us with!
Katie Schroven
April 13, 2016
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Lawrence J. "Larry" Penn
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Send FlowersPenn, Lawrence J. 'Larry' Folk Singer-songwriter Larry Penn caught the Westbound on Tues., October 7, 2014 at the age of 87. Larry was best known for his folk music but was also a Union Man - Poet - Song Writer - Story Teller - Historian - Activist - Truck Driver - Guitar Player - Wob - Artist - Lover of trains - Toy Maker - Singer - Wood Artisan - Member of the Rose Tattoo - Teamster - Humorist - a True, Honest, Faithful Man and Great Father. He was deeply cherished and will be sorely missed by his wife of 62 years, Pat (Joan Patricia Carlin); daughters Geneviève, Nancy, Teresa (Lyle Kraning) Penn and Sharon (James) Monahan; and son Alex Penn, who inspired much of his music. He is survived by his Grandchildren Ryan (Anne) Packard, Benjamin and Matthew Ricca, Steven Hafeman, Casey (Jean) Alexander, Sean and Sophia Monahan and great-grandson Moses Packard. Further survived by dear friends Lil Rev, Rod Eglash, Bob Suckiel, Ken Germanson and many, many others. He was preceded in death by his parents Alexander and Eleanor (Robinson) Penn; two brothers; a sister; and Grandson Lyle Kraning. Memorials to the Larry Penn Memorial Fund at Tri City National Bank to keep Larry's music alive and for the care of Larry's son and would be greatly appreciated. A celebration of his life will be held on Sun., Oct. 19, 2014 at 5:30 - 8:30 PM at Anodyne Coffee Roaster, 224 W. Bruce St., Milwaukee. Brett Funeral Home serving the family.
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Dear Pat:
Fred and I continue to play Larry's songs as we drive along -- I see the twinkle in Larry's eyes as he sings the "Danville girl." --
And as he sings about "Catching the Westbound" I think how appropriate it is --
Larry's Milwaukee memorial was wonderful -- all the musicians that turned out -- and the stories! what a tribute to our friend Larry.
Love. Marilyn
(Marilyn Townsend and Fred Wade, Madison, WI).
Marilyn Townsend
April 12, 2016 | Madison, WI
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Dear Pat and family,
I just now learned of Larry's passing. My heartfelt sympathies. What a guy! I know he is very much missed and loved.
Do you remember me? from the old Id and Eggo days on the east side? Yes, another folky. I think of Larry, Bill and Rod from time to time. And Carl too. I hope Larry was not ill for long. He and I exchanged a few emails over the last few years. I am grateful for that.
Katie Schroven
April 11, 2016
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We miss you Larry
Bruce Cole
July 22, 2015 | Milwaukee
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Larry had many friends throughout the country.
We had him to ourselves at least once a year for the last 30+ years. He was a regular at The Hobo Hootenanny in Bangor Wisconsin and a couple other venues. He was always the one who stole the show, and stayed to watch every performer. I would contact him every so often and tell him "I need a Larry fix, where are you playing"? He would tell me and I would travel to see him. Our hearts go out to Pat and his family. We will always Cherish Larry...
Jay Hoffman
October 23, 2014 | Viroqua, WI
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Deepest Sympathy to All the Family, and Thank you Larry!!! Blessings on your journey! Maureen & Johann McElderry/Brentrup
October 21, 2014
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Prayers and fond memories to the entire Penn Family. I went to grade school at St. Veronica's with Nancy. My folks Jim and Rita Olson were good friends with Larry and Pat "back in the day". Larry helped me learn to play the 12 string guitar. My mom passed on last May so I am sure she, Jerry Weber and Jim Groppi have welcomed home.
October 18, 2014
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The Labor Movement and the working class have suffered the loss of a very special Fellow Worker. Brother Larry will certainly be missed. Larry Penn, presente!
Baltimore Red
October 17, 2014 | Reno, NV
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Larry is a Treasure. As Larry would sing "it always hurts to lose a good friend, it don't matter if four score and ten." My love to Pat.
Marilyn Townsend
October 16, 2014 | Madison, WI
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