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Thomas Penrod Obituary
"When you were born, you were crying and everyone around you was smiling.
Live your life so at the end, you're the one who is smiling and everyone around you is crying."
He fought a brave battle over the past 2 1/2 years, but lost the battle on Sept. 4, 2010.
Thomas was born in Nome, AK. He lived as a young child in Nampa, Id., Spokane, Wa., Bethel, AK., and Pocatello, Id. He loved spending time with his Grandpa & Grandma Williams at their home in Donnelly and loved to tell stories about their adventures. Finally, settling as a young man in Nampa, Id. He spent 10 years working for Micron. Thomas loved his job and took great pride in it. When not at work, he loved hockey and took great pride in his Idaho Steelhead Jersey. He loved to spend time in the mountains, fishing whenever possible. He had the good fortune to spend a week fishing in Alaska with family & friends. The smile on his face as he pulled halibut into the boat will be one we will remember forever.
Tom was a very loyal person; if he loved you he would do anything he could to be there for you. He always had a crooked grin and a witty comment for you. If you needed a friend to listen, Tom was the man. A serious conversation never ended without laughing about something.
During the long battle of his illness his children kept him in the fight. The pride of his children was everything to Tom.
Thomas leaves behind his wife Grace, his sons Brandon Penrod (Nampa) and Daylin Penrod (Pocatello) two step children Audrie De Valle and Michael De Valle. He leaves behind his beloved sister, Wendy Bricker, Texas; their hour long phone calls will be missed. A sister Heather Rivas, Pennsylvania, and brother Johnathan Penrod, Oregon.
Tom was born to Michael Penrod, Saint Helens, OR. and Toni Williams Wood, Boise, ID. Tom leaves behind his step father Paul Mcleod, several Aunts, Uncles, and Nieces, Nephews and lots and lots of friends. He was preceded in death by his Grandfather Williams Penrod and Grandparents Tom and Marie Williams.
A celebration for Tom's life will held on Friday, September 10, 2010, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., and a final tribute at 6 p.m.. The celebration will be held at Toni & Paul's home, 1715 N. Laurel, Boise, Idaho 83706. We invite all of his friends and family to stop by and share a favorite story.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Penrod
kevin callahan
July 31, 2011
I just found out my old friend passed tom, wow. im still in shock and sad. Im sorry for your loss to his wife and mom and family.. He was my friend from irving and fort hall. we spent many nights hanging out and cruising all night. I missed my friend after he moved home to boise, now he is gone and im sad. But he had pain and he wont hurt no more.. goodbye tom, im sorry we never got to talk or see each others kids again.
Mike and Glenda Bean
January 10, 2011
Tom was a wonderful young man and Nephew and had so much to offer in this life. He had the wonderful ability to make people smile, he is now looking down on all of us being our guardian angel. My heart goes out to his mom (Toni) and his sister (Wendy). Tom was loved more than he could have known and is missed dearly
Tina Bennett
September 15, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing.
He was my trainer at Micron and very quickly became one of my closest friends. He was such a great person and had a wonderful sense of humor. He will be truly missed.
September 15, 2010
My big brother. I have fond memories of when I was little of him harassing me with a scary face mask. Although I hated it then, its funny now. It's true that he was always funny, and loving, and just all around awesome. It's a shame he's gone, but he is no longer in pain. I had hoped he would get to meet my husband at least once, but we did not get to make it out there.. I wish I had kept in better contact. I love ya big bro, and hope you are happy wherever you are.
Heather Rivas
September 15, 2010
My big brother. I have fond memories of when I was little of him harassing me with a scary face mask. Although I hated it then, its funny now. It's true that he was always funny, and loving, and just all around awesome. It's a shame he's gone, but he is no longer in pain. I had hoped he would get to meet my husband at least once, but we did not get to make it out there.. I wish I had kept in better contact. I love ya big bro, and hope you are happy wherever you are.
September 10, 2010
All I remember most about Tommy was his big smile. I wanted to pay my condolenses to Toni and to Tom Williams. I don't remember him much as I only saw him when he was a little kid when I was formerly married to his Uncle Steve Penrod. Thanks, Sue (formerly Penrod) Sizen
Tim & JoAnn Martin
September 10, 2010
Paul and Toni,
Please accept our condolences. You are in our hearts and prayers. Scots wa hae.
Your neighbors, Tim and JoAnn Martin
Jon Weast
September 10, 2010
I worked with Thomas at MPC for about 3 years. He had a quiet voice until you got to know him. We had some great times joking around and he always worked very hard and dilligently. Although we were unable to stay in touch over the course of time I will still consider him my friend and he is missed.
Tandy Killingbeck
September 9, 2010
Tom and I worked at MPC together for many years. What a great guy and a hard workers. I am just so sadden to hear of this. My thoughts and prayer are with his family. He will truly be missed.
September 9, 2010
I had the good fortune to meet Thomas while he worked at Micron. I have to agree that Tom injected every conversation with a laugh and a smile. He will be missed by many. --Bruce Bishop
The Sullivans (Phil, Michele, Ashley and Jacob)
September 9, 2010
Wendy, we are so sorry for the loss of your brother and we are thinking of you and your family right now. Love you guys -
Tomi McFarland
September 8, 2010
Toni I am so sorry. Words just simply cannot express my sorrow for your loss.
Tracey Valenti
September 8, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Goldie Roe
September 8, 2010
Tom you will be missed very much.
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