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Lawrence Penilla Obituary
Lawrence Penilla, 87, of Huntington Beach, Calif went home to Our Lord on May 10, 2009. Born in Los Angeles in 1921, "Larry" was a kind and compassionate man loved by all who knew him. He was a graduate of Cathedral Catholic High School in Los Angeles, Class of 1939. He was an exemplary son, husband, father and grandfather.
An administrator with the Southern California Gas Co. for almost 40 years, he was married to his wife "Faye" for over 42 years.
A passionate and long-time fan of the Los Angeles Dodgers and proud native Angeleno, he loved Los Angeles with the passion of a native son.
He was a long-time resident of Huntington Beach and belonged to SS Simon & Jude Catholic Church for 40 years.
He was preceded in death by his only wife, Ophelia Guerra Penilla, in 1985 and is survived by his sons Michael (Pilar) of Newbury Park, Calif.; Richard of Fountain Valley, Calif.; John of Westminster, Calif.; and David (Cherlene) of Glendale, Ariz.; 7 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jeff Penilla
September 13, 2009
Dear GrandPa:
I know this is your birthday. I miss you very, very much but I still can't really talk much about it. Your loss is still too much to bear for me.
Love,
Jeff
Clinton Penilla
September 13, 2009
Dear Grandpa:
I miss you a lot. I wish you were here on earth. It is not the same without you. Happy Birthday.
Love,
Clint
Richard Penilla
August 11, 2009
Dad,
Looking back on the number of people who have expressed their feelings about you with such sincerity and emotion it is easy to see that you made a huge impact on the many lives of the people who knew you.
You led a simple and good life and by your example many were inspired. The sun will rise again tomorrow but you will sleep on in heaven with mother awaiting that time when we can all be together again. Meanwhile, we hold on dearly to the treasured mementos and memories of our lives with you. God bless you and may you rest in peace in heaven forever.
Your loving son,
Richard
Michael Penilla
August 10, 2009
Grandpa,
It's very difficult being here without you. You will never know how much I appreciated you and all the kindness and love you gave to our family. There will always be a place in my heart for you. You are now in a peaceful place and are now reunited with Grandma looking after all of us always. I love you.
Kathy Penilla
June 3, 2009
Uncle Larry,
It seems like yesterday I was a little girl going to visit you and Aunt Ofelia and you visting us, I remember our family gathering's with grandma what fun we all had. The one thing I'll alway's remember is when you used to love and pinch my cheek when you'd see me, as I got older I knew what to expect and would try and turn my head and you'd just pretend to, we use to laugh, oh you were so funny. As the years passed on we all got older, with the loss of Aunt Ofelia and Mom you and Pop spent more time together, My Pop really loved you and looked forward to spending time with you. I still saw you often. After we lost Pop my regret is that I didn't stay in touch, you were the most loving, caring, giving man, the best father, husband, Uncle anyone could have, although time passed without seeing you Uncle Larry this is not the end, until we will meet again I have special memories of you, and Aunt Ofelia too.
With Love, your Niece Kathy
Melanie McGuire
May 21, 2009
You were by far one of the most kind and caring persons I have ever met in my life. I very much enjoyed the times we used to talk when you would call the office to speak with David, and the love you had for life and your family is something everyone can look up to. You made an impact on many lives, and although you are no longer with us physically, I know you are in a better place where you are no longer in pain, and have been reunited with your wife once again.
Cristina Penilla
May 20, 2009
Grandpa, the wake of tears you leave behind are just a sprinkling of the profound impression you have made on all our lives. Whenever I want to cry about your passing, a joyful memory springs to mind and causes me to smile instead as I recall the vast amount of time you spent with me, the family and friends; making us laugh and enjoy good times, great stories and beautiful memories. You were so silly sometimes with your SIMPLE requests of life. I always wanted to do so much more, but you were content with just my presence and watching my family grow; so proud of all I was accomplishing. By your example, I can see we have work to do and others to serve with little time left it seems. Please guide me in this life to continue making you smile from up above and make our family proud to carry on your name and legacy. I LOVE YOU and miss you grandpa
Ana Recancoj
May 20, 2009
Grandpa,
You will be very much missed by all. Losing you is such a great loss to so many. I will always remember all the good times we used to have when I was younger. But I know that you are looking down on us from Heaven with Grandma by your side. You will froever in our hearts. God Bless You.
Richard Penilla
May 20, 2009
Dad, with your passing I have lost a father, friend, partner and the most beloved person in my life. Everyday shared with you was a gift from God. To carry on without you seems a task almost too much to bear. Rest assured that I will carry on with your wishes to look after John and lead an upright life in a poor attempt to follow your example. Dad, I know you gave to me a gift I never can repay and my life will be dedicated to your memory.
Ray
May 20, 2009
Dave and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. It becomes each of our jobs to enrichen the legacy of those that precede us. God bless you.
May 20, 2009
Uncle Larry, You were such an important part of our lives growing up. You will be missed and loved and will be forever in our hearts.
Debbie
David Penilla
May 18, 2009
Dad, you are missed more than words can ever say. Life will not be the same without you. I know you are in Heaven now and at the right hand of God along with Mother. God Bless you.
David
Rosemary
May 13, 2009
Mike, my prayers are with you and you family in your time of grief.
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