Spc. Justin Owen Penrod United States Army KIA 11 August 2007, Iraq |
Spc. Penrod was born on Dec. 18, 1982, in Danville. He married Christina Lyne Whittington on Nov.
1, 2004, in Champaign. Surviving are his wife and son, Colin Owen Penrod of Mahomet; his father
and stepmother, George and Diane Penrod of Danville; brother, Jim Penrod of Danville; one neice,
Saddie Penrod of Danville; sister, Nicole Escobedo of Oakwood; two nephews, Terry and Trae
Escobedo of Oakwood; three nieces Ty, Kyah and Ema Escobedo of Oakwood; sister, Christi Shank
of Galveston, Ind.; and nephew, Brock Shank of Galveston, Ind.; two nieces, Courtney and Megan
Shank of Galveston, Ind.; his mother, Tina Tuttle of Danville; father-in-law and mother-in-law,
Richard and Julie Whittington of Mahomet; sister-in-law, Jennifer Ladage of Mahomet; one niece,
Emmilee Ladage of Mahomet; and one nephew, Hunter Ladage of Mahomet. He was preceded in
death by his sister, Emily Penrod; and brother, Ricky Reavis.
Spc. Penrod graduated from Lincoln's Challenge Military Academy in Rantoul. He served in the
Illinois National Guard from 2000 to 2007 with the 2-130th Infantry. He was currently serving his
second tour in Iraq in the U.S. Army in B company 1-30 INF BN with the 3rd ID out of Fort Stewart,
Ga. He was a member of the VFW in Farmer City. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, barbecuing and
spending time with his family. He was an avid NASCAR fan.
1, 2004, in Champaign. Surviving are his wife and son, Colin Owen Penrod of Mahomet; his father
and stepmother, George and Diane Penrod of Danville; brother, Jim Penrod of Danville; one neice,
Saddie Penrod of Danville; sister, Nicole Escobedo of Oakwood; two nephews, Terry and Trae
Escobedo of Oakwood; three nieces Ty, Kyah and Ema Escobedo of Oakwood; sister, Christi Shank
of Galveston, Ind.; and nephew, Brock Shank of Galveston, Ind.; two nieces, Courtney and Megan
Shank of Galveston, Ind.; his mother, Tina Tuttle of Danville; father-in-law and mother-in-law,
Richard and Julie Whittington of Mahomet; sister-in-law, Jennifer Ladage of Mahomet; one niece,
Emmilee Ladage of Mahomet; and one nephew, Hunter Ladage of Mahomet. He was preceded in
death by his sister, Emily Penrod; and brother, Ricky Reavis.
Spc. Penrod graduated from Lincoln's Challenge Military Academy in Rantoul. He served in the
Illinois National Guard from 2000 to 2007 with the 2-130th Infantry. He was currently serving his
second tour in Iraq in the U.S. Army in B company 1-30 INF BN with the 3rd ID out of Fort Stewart,
Ga. He was a member of the VFW in Farmer City. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, barbecuing and
spending time with his family. He was an avid NASCAR fan.
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| Tributes January 30, 2010 Jennifer Ladage Justin, I just want to tell you that I miss you and everyday I tell your one and only son COLIN PENROD stories about his daddy and show him pictures. Your only born son is growing like a weed and is extremely smart and you would be so proud of him. Love You Jen Veterans Day November 11, 2009 Dawn Azimi Thank you Justin for your sacrifice so that the Iraq’s may have the opportunity to taste the freedom that we American’s have. If it weren’t not for soldiers like you, we Americans would not have the freedoms that we have. I salute all of our American soldiers, and offer up prayers for those that are still there fighting to that the Iraq’s and other countries may someday have the freedoms that America has. You are not forgotten Justin, and you will never be. How could you be forgotten? There are way too many people whose lives you have touched. I know that you rest in God’s perfect peace. With much love Dawn. October 20, 2009 Jon Sanderson keep 'em cold for me bro.... i'll meet you there July 29, 2009 Listia Lyons I I just want everyone to know how difficult it is to lose a loved one. I love you Jut April 16, 2009 Tina Tuttle On the website, there were many names listed in the memorial for Justin Penrod, who is my son, and one person who was omitted and I am sure Justin wouldn't have wanted to ever leave out, was his dearest friend and sister Listia Anne Lyons.....Justin as your mother you are deeply honored and thought of today by so many who love and miss you so much. I would give all I had to have you back again, but I know now your struggles are over. Till we all meet in the air....you will be among the first I will be looking for....I love you son....Mom August 14, 2008 SPC Richard Dumoulin I dear Justin, hey buddy I miss you "Dirty Duece" misses you too, I didnt know you that well but you were and always will be a dear friend and a great soldier in my eyes and deeply in my heart, you will never be forgotten, I pray and hope for great and wonderful things to come for your family, especially your son whom which I know you loved dearly and wouldve done anything for him. love you bro, and I will see you when I get to heaven. peace bro August 6, 2008 Listia Anne Lyons Hey bud its just a few days away and I am not sure how to get through it. I just wish you were here. I miss you so much it hurts, I dont understand. Everyday I thank God just for another day I wish I prayed for one more day with you. I love you and Santina missed you. I hope and pray for the strength to get through this day. Cya soon in heaven give Emily and Grandpa a hug for me and Great Grandma and Pa too. May 29, 2008 DEEBY Justin, Today i just wanted to let you know that i was thinking of you and your family. March 13, 2008 Lisa Lee Mr Justin you were such a brave person I cant hardly believe that you are gone. May you rest in piece. May god watch over your family Feb 19, 2008 Debby WHEN I GET TO HEAVEN, TO ST. PETER I WILL SAY. ONE MORE SOLDIER REPORTING, SIR I'VE SERVED MY TIME IN HELL. REST IN PEACE JUSTIN U WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. Feb 18, 2008 Chelsey Thank you Justin for everything you have done for our country. Fallen but not forgotten. God Bless u and your family Jan 22, 2008 Tina Tuttle Justin, I still can't hardly believe you are not here, it still feels like a dream I am not able to wake up from. Each and every day I look at your pictures and that devilish grin of yours, I miss you more than words could ever say. One day I won't shed anymore tears, but my heart will still feel the sting.....I miss you son, I wish you were here, but one day very soon, I will see you again, and I long for that day more than ever.....until then, just so you know I have never stopped thinking of you.....love you Jut...you will always be Jutter butter peanut butter to me....mom Nov 8, 2007 Listia Anne Lyons I just want to tell the world how much I miss my brother. There is not a day that goes by that he is not in my thought or in my dreams. He has left two sons on this earth and one day he will meet them in heaven. I love you so much Justin I can't wait to see you. You paid honor and showed respect, not only for your country but to your family and friends. You gave love. I looked forward to the day when you would return from Iraq and I could see you holding your son. You paid the highest price you could give and you gave it your all. My heart is heavy. The tears flow down. Yet I know you would say. I could hear your soft still voice. Don’t cry for me. Just remember the love we shared and the beautiful memories. I know you are in a better place. God Jesus loves you more than we and yet the tears we cannot hold back as we sincerely grieve. We love you Justin. Your friends in Christ Tammy Bays Thank you for your sacrifice for are freedom. God Bless you!!!!!!!!! God Bless your family Oct 4, 2007 Aunt Claire Time is going by. I am told the pain will get easier.I wonder when that will happen? You are someone I know that I am blessed to know. I am honored that you loved me. I will make it my mission to never let you be forgotten. I can here you say "ah aunt Claire" so clear. I worry I'll forget your voice.I called your cell phone last week. It's silly but I almost left a message. Had I left a message it would have simply said I love you sweetie ,I can't wait for you to come home." I would have then said "Don't be a hero" I should have known you better. 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