Danielle Penrod Obituary
DANIELLE
On Monday, July 3, 2006, Danielle Lynn of Braddock Hills, age 30, founder of Club CF and very active for over eight years in fundraising for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Pittsburgh. Daughter of Gene Penrod Sr., and Mary Ann O'Connell Penrod; sister of Cheryl Penrod, Diana Averelli, Gene (wife, Heather), Dawn & Jack Penrod, and the late Dana Marie Penrod; also several nieces & nephews. Friends received 2-4 & 7-9pm Friday, July 7, at the RONALD V. LUCAS FUNERAL HOME, 534 Jones Ave. @ Bell Ave. North Braddock, where services will be held on Sat. 10am.
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Diana Averell
June 1, 2019
To a beautiful angel. Happy Birthday Danielle. I Love you.
Peg Conwell
May 8, 2017
Great Strides time again! Danielle's sister, Dawn, designed Club CF shirts that say "Never Give Up." That's what we're doing. We're remembering Danielle and not giving up. Still fanning that flame, Danielle.
Your team, Club CF, continues to work toward your goal, Danielle. You started it. We continue it in your memory. Working toward that cure!
Peg Conwell
June 18, 2014
Peg Conwell
July 12, 2013
For Great Strides, your Club CF team came together once again to honor you, to remember you, and to stride and strive in your memory toward your goal. We will continue what you started, Danielle, and pray for a cure to be found soon. We miss you.
Love,
Aunt Peg
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Peg Conwell
April 5, 2012
As we work on the upcoming annual Great Strides Walk for a cure for Cystic Fibrosis, we can't help but be moved and motivated to honor Danielle's memory this way. A cure is something she worked for and wanted to see happen in her lifetime. We'll never forget you, Danielle, and we'll continue to fan your flame. Love you much!
Aunt Peg
Always in our hearts
August 7, 2007
Happy Birthday, Danielle
August 7, 2007
Celebrating with family
August 7, 2007
30th Birthday smiles
August 7, 2007
Sisters
August 7, 2007
Mary Ann Penrod
February 8, 2007
February 9th is the third anniversary of your transplant.We celebrate this miracle and thank God for letting us keep you with your family a while longer. You showed tremendous strength and courage in this life. You left a place in our hearts that can never be filled. I love you and miss you dearly. Mom
Melissa Morgan
December 8, 2006
I met Danielle through a CF chatroom in the spring of 2002 and I must say I have been blessed to have known such a wonderful and strong young woman. Even though we have never met, she was an inspiration and always will be. I miss you Danielle! Many condolences to the Penrod family.
Melissa
Michele Keffer
September 7, 2006
My deepest sympathy to Danielle's family and loved ones. Danielle was a truly extraordinary young woman, and this world is a lesser place without her.
mary ann penrod
July 24, 2006
With all my heart I see Danielle with Dana and Laura Jean, my children who have gone to be with the Lord. How I love and miss you and can't wait to see you again. You have shown me what life and love is all about. I love you, my children, Mom
July 19, 2006
For one moment, you get this amazing gift, and you want to laugh and you want to cry because you feel so lucky that you found it, yet so scared that it will go away all at the same time...I miss you more each day, not a night goes by that I haven't cried, and baby here's the truth, I'm still in love with you...
From time to time I have regrets
For all the things I didn't say
That were on my list
From time to time my memory slips
But you're the one thing in my life
I won't forget
I think of you from time to time
And all the time in between
I Love You, Baby...
Nikki Erwin
July 17, 2006
Even though Danielle and I only had the chance to spend time together once, she made such a lasting impression. I will never forget her sense of humor and her ability to start a conversation with a complete stranger. Her smile and her beautiful strength will be sadly missed. I have faith that she has finally found the peace she so greatly deserved.
Chris Glowczewski
July 10, 2006
I have just heard the sad new about Danielle and just had to let you know how sorry I am about her lost. Having lost both Jennifer and Eileen to Cystic Fibrosis I know there are no words that can make you feel better. The hurt just continues but I wanted you to know how sorry I am and that I always loved Danielle as did Jennifer and Eileen and I'm sure that they were at the gate for her and that they are all looking day upon us everyday wishing us well and looking over us. So when it seems that Danielle is not here remember she is and ask her for guidance as it is not everyone that God chooses to raise His Angels. God Bless all of you and Danielle will be remembered in my prayers but it is because I will be asking her to pray for me.
Helen Divers
July 10, 2006
Danielle, Your courage is your legacy and our inheritance. Thank you. We miss you and love you so much. Uncle Art and Aunt Helen
Patty Caslin
July 10, 2006
My sincere heartfelt sympathy in the loss of Danielle. We have lost another one too soon to cystic fibrosis. Take comfort in knowing she is now another Guardian Angel. We lost both Jennifer and Eileen, who were friends with Danielle, over the past five years. I can clearly see them in Heaven without any suffering and breathing freely. My thoughts and prayers are with Danielle's family at this very difficult time.
Harriet Cardimen
July 9, 2006
Deepest condolences to the family of Danielle Penrod. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Lord Bless - Joe & Harriet Cardimen (CMA)
Nancy McClintock
July 9, 2006
My deepest sympathies go out to Danielle's family. I knew Danielle through her wonderful mother Mary Ann. It is well over 10 years that while at work we would cry and pray together when Danielle was going though a tough time.
Danielle is perfectly healed now and has no more pain. I will continue to keep Mary Ann and family in my prayers that our Lord will heal the pain and sorrow of your great loss.
Jeff Pollock
July 8, 2006
Dear Penrod Family:
I was saddened to read of the passing of Danielle. I met her when I was doing the "50 Finest" and was honored to have known her. Please accept my condolences.
Faith Morros
July 8, 2006
I'm a friend of Danielle.When we first met, the thing that stood out most, wasn't piercings or the shocking blond hair. Her sense of humor and bright smile made her stand out.I learned a great lesson from her, never take your health for granted and make the most of your life.Danielle, lived more than most of us in her 30 short years.I will miss her very much.I know she suffered for the past few years.The only thing that gives me comfort, is knowing her pain and suffering is over.I know she is in heaven with all her loved ones she missed.
Sandy Branam
July 8, 2006
Danielle only touched my life for such a short time. But in the time we spent together, I found the most amazing young woman. You could not help but Love her. She had such a giving heart and so much courage. I take comfort in knowing that she is with the Lord. Heaven has another Angel.
My deepest sympathies.
Deborah & John Mondock
July 7, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Danielle's family at this time of sorrow. Those who live in the Lord never see each other or say goodbye for the last time.......amen!
Gwen Keating
July 7, 2006
Danielle made a lasting impression on me even though I did not know her well. Her strength, courage and sense of humor will be sadly missed. My condolences to her family and loved ones.
Keith and Gail Hoppe
July 7, 2006
Danielle was (and will always be) an inspiration. She had a very real and strong faith in the midst of her very difficult struggles. I was so very blessed to know her for a short time. She has left us all a legacy of what it means to hope and make a difference in so many lives. Our deepest hearfelt sympathy goes out to all her dear family. God bless you all as you celebrate her life.
Becki (Gibson)Stoddard
July 7, 2006
I was a member from the ol'church on Jones Ave. My deepest sympathy to all who knew Danielle and loved her! May they find comfort in knowing she is now with the Lord.
Ashlee
July 7, 2006
Danielle was the strongest person i knew. We had some Great times at shadyside, memories that i will charish forever. She will never be forgotten. My heart is at peace knowing she is with the lord.
Jaimy (Kauffman) Esposto
July 7, 2006
I was sad to hear of the loss of Danielle. I thought of her often. My deepest sympathy to those that loved her...
Tammy Hredzak
July 7, 2006
Danielle, Thank you for your smile and laughter throughout the years. You will always be in my heart with love...
July 6, 2006
I only had the privilege of meeting Danielle once, but she had me laughing the entire time we spoke. She was truly a brave and wonderful person. God has now wrapped her in His arms and has taken away her pain. May God bless her family in this difficult time.
Stephanie Burrows
July 6, 2006
Danielle is a recent addition in my life and although our time getting to know each other was short, she will forever have an impression on my life. And not just her jokes and laughter will remain in my memory, but also her collection of t-shirts. Those left behind usually have the hardest time, but we are also the ones that will ensure her presence remains forever.
Stacey Gething (Etherington)
July 6, 2006
Danielle was a childhood friend, who I will never forget. Such a free spirit who always made you laugh. My deepest condolences to Danielle's family.
Jennifer (Michel) Flemming
July 6, 2006
I first met Danielle while working for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in Pittsburgh in 1998. She had so much energy and zest for life and never failed to make me and the rest of the staff laugh. I will miss her dearly, but find consolation knowing that she is in Heaven with many friends and family.
Kara O'Brien
July 6, 2006
I am a friend of Danielle's sister Dawn. I know that she will be greatly missed by her. My deepest sympathies go out to Danielle's family.
Thomas Bielek
July 6, 2006
We Will all Miss Her
She is going to a better place.
Bill Stewart
July 6, 2006
Danielle was our precious friend and example of everlasting courage and great dignity. We will never forget her. She has gone home to be with the Lord Jesus. May the peace and the grace of God be with her family this day
Margaret Gaetano
July 6, 2006
One of the most beautiful people on earth has left us. I loved this young woman since the first time I met her s a patient at CHP. My great sorrow is that I lost touch with her, I will think of her always and I will miss her forever. She was an extra special human being who did so much for others. She had an unflagging sense of humor and a heart as big as the moon. I know she is enjoying great health and happiness in heaven.
Peg Conwell
July 6, 2006
You light up my life. Your light will not go out just because you're not here to fan the flame. You'll live on in our hearts for always.
I love you.
AP
Terry Baker
July 6, 2006
I have known Danielle indirectly thru her Aunt Peg for over 16 years. I know how much joy she brought to Peg and to others. God Bless you allo.
Carolyn McClaine
July 6, 2006
I'd never met Danielle in person but feel that I knew her very well as described by her loving and proud aunt, my dear friend, Peg Conwell. I've followed Danielle and her brave battle and amazing undertakings since she was just 13 years old. Throughout the years, she has been in my thoughts and prayers and I've admired her work with CF and her dedicated family. She was truly an angel on earth and now in heaven where she is celebrating, without doubt, the incredible accomplishments of her young but impactual and productive life. My heartfelt sympathies to the entire family. She will never be forgotten.
Wendy Visconti
July 6, 2006
My sincerest condolences go to your family in this time of sorrow.
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