Brian Penn

Brian Penn July 11, 1969 - July 26, 2004 Brian Penn, 3 5, died of a pulmonary embolus at his home in Corral de Tierra on Monday, July 26. Brian grew up in Monterey, attended Monterey schools, and graduated from Columbia University in New York City with a B.A in History in 1993. He is Survived by his mother, Lisbeth Dermody of Corral de Tierra, his father Dr George H. Penn and stepmother Jan Penn of Monterey; his sisters, Mary Kate Legaspi (Kenneth) of Fresno and Amanda Penn of Monterey; his brothers, Michael Penn (Elizabeth) of Redwood City and Zach Penn of Monterey, and his grandmother, Bess Dermody, of Clark's Summit, PA. He also leaves his nephews Josh and Alex Legaspi and Declan Dermody, who brought joy and laughter to his life. He is also survived by several aunts and uncles and many loving firiends and extended family members, including his loyal and committed nurse attendant, Debbie Jo Mee. Brian sustained a spinal cord injury 6 years ago, which resulted in quadriplegia. He courageously struggled with the devastating challenges and complications caused by this injury. He fought hard to cope with his disabilities and to establish a new life. He worked in property management, investment, and real estate, and was an avid historian, political analyst, and musician. Brian was also the proud owner of three lovely black cats, who brought companionship and comfort into his life. A celebration of Brian's life will be held at a future date. Any memorial contributions can be made to The Spiral Cord Injury Project at Rutgers University, 604 Allison Road, Piscataway, N w Jersey 08854-8000. Cremation has been held. Arrangements by Struve and Laporte Funeral Chapel. For more information please go to www.struveandlaporte.com