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Robert Penrose Obituary

Robert Charles Penrose 1928 - 2008 Robert Charles Penrose went to meet the Lord on Wednesday September 17, 2008 at Seton Hospital. Robert Charles Penrose was born in Toledo, Ohio on December 12, 1928 to Lawrence and Gladys Penrose. He is preceded in death by his parents and one sister Nancy Booth. He served his country proudly in 1953 as a member of the Special Weapons divisions with the Air Force during the Korean War. He married the love of his life Catherine Joy Davis Penrose on March 24, 1954. Together they shared a marriage of 54 years. They have a son, Michael Scott Penrose and wife Teri Lynn Penrose. Also surviving him are two grandsons, Michael Chance and Dalton Scott Penrose; two step- granddaughters, Ashley Nicole and Kaylea Marie Carroll; one great-grandson, Kendell Schreck. Together Robert and Joy established Penrose and Associates, Architectural Engineering Firm in 1972, owned and operated it for 29 years. Robert was a people person, he never meet a stranger and always made friends. The family wishes to thank the doctors and nursing staff of the Intensive Care Unit at Seton Hospital. Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Saturday, September 20, 2008 at Cook-Walden Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, September 21, 2008 at the funeral home. Interment to follow at Austin Memorial Park.

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Published by Austin American-Statesman on Sep. 21, 2008.

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Morris and Joy Creel

October 6, 2008

I just learned of Bob's passing this morning. Bob was a good friend and a good man. He will be missed. Our prayers are with you and your family

Jeanne Harvey

September 27, 2008

Preston and I are sorry that we missed Bobs services. Our prayers are with the family

Susan, Bobby, Rick Rodney

September 23, 2008

Mrs. Penrose, Mike, and family:
We have fond memories of living across the street from you on Spellman. We remember the great clubhouse that Mr. Penrose built in our backyard. It seemed like he could do anything! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fondly,
Susan, Bobby, and Rick Rodney

George Haynes

September 21, 2008

One great man

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