Paul Warren Penn, (1943 - 2016) - ForeverMissed.com Online Memorials

Let the happy memories of Paul be with us forever and ever. We love and miss him so much.

72 years old
Born on February 16, 1943 in Los Angeles, California, United States
Passed away on January 4, 2016 in Lake Forest, California, United States

This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Paul Penn, 72, born on February 16, 1943 and quietly passed away at home on January 4, 2016. He will be remembered forever. All who shared part of his life are welcome to add happy memories and photos forever.

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January 9

Hello Judi. Stumbled across this beautiful page for Paul when searching my Fathers name online. I see He wrote quite often to Paul on here. He was so fond of Him and really loved Him.
My Dad passed on September 10th, 2021. Guess He was right in His last post to Paul that He would be seeing Him soon. I think He was broken hearted. Really missed His Family and Friends that had passed.
I miss Him dearly every day and know your heartache. I hope all is well with You. I remember the really neat candy trains and houses you used to build and how much I really enjoyed going to your home when I was a child. Great memories for Me.
Just wanted to say Hello. Mom (Ursula) is hanging in there. It hasn’t been easy for Her as you know how that goes.
Take care and if you still have her number it is the same as it always has been

February 16, 2021

HAPPY BIRTHDAY big guy. Miss you a lot but I know things are better with you there, than here. I hope my brother has visited you since his passing in August. I picture all of you, Olson, Connoy, Stonebraker, my brother John, are having a big party. Love you all, and it won't be too long until we're all together again.

August 17, 2020

It's so good to see and read Judi's notes to you. They bring back such fond memories of our times together; even though I have your pictures pinned to the wall in front of me, at my desk, as a reminder. Hopefully, my mom and brothers have dropped by to say hello. You will have another visitor soon as my brother John, who you know well, will be there to say hello as his long term illness is taking him. I know you will greet him with a big hug. Love you brother! Save a tee time for us.

February 17, 2020

I forgot how much older you are than me! You're 77 and I'm still 75. I forgot there is such a difference between our ages. You must have been held back a couple years; or maybe I was so smart I skip a couple of years. I'm surprised you hung around with a youngster like me. (oops! Ursula just reminded me I'll be 76 in 11 days). Miss our times together buddy.

We're going to be celebrating our great grandson's 1st birthday on March 14th (Johnston's son). I wish you could be there but I know you'll be looking down from your place in heaven. Maybe Nasser's there with you by now-he passed in December-enjoying a good round of golf. Love and miss you friend.

January 4, 2020

Well here we are again, another year. Hard to believe as time passes so quickly. It's funny how fast it goes at our age. Remember when we were seventeen and it felt like it took five years to get to eighteen? There are only two of us (Jim Reale) remaining from our old group. We talk about those good time when we're together and it's almost like you are with us. I don't think it will be too much longer when we're back together so save us a tee time. Love you buddy!

February 16, 2019

Sorry I haven't visit in awhile but I see your picture on my wall each day. You know, the one of us golfing where I kick your butt. Oh, that could be any one of many! Love you buddy, and miss those occasions, and so much more. By now, you're probably being visited by Hal, who joined you recently. Only two of us left now; Jim R. and I, and we'll always remember those good times we all shared together. Put in a good word for me, if you can think of any. God's grace be with you! Lee

April 19, 2018

April 18,
There are moments when I wish I could bring you down from heaven to spend the day with you just one more time, give you one more hug, hear your voice again and kiss you goodbye. One more chance to say “I love you!” Your Hugger

February 16, 2018

You are now 75 in spirit world. We all missed you Valentines Day but got the beautiful roses from Jolie. She and her mom are such sweethearts. I think about you every day when I hear strange noises or when our light goes on and off by itself, I know you’re there. Oh, thanks for the Christmas shelf the other night. Scared the #$& out of me. I thought the patio windows were breaking, but it was the glass decorations on the shelf. My fault for asking you to show me a sign! It’s Ok I feel better knowing you are here. xoxoxo. Love you Hugger

January 4, 2018

Hi Sweetheart, I try hard not to be home and remember this day every year as I know how difficult it was for you as it was for me. But here I am home alone watching a movie about a woman who lost her husband 2 years ago. Want you to know that I love you and miss you every day. Your Hugger

February 16, 2017

Miss you every day!! You are a good man!!

February 16, 2017

Happy 2nd Birthday in Heaven Sweetheart
Missed you a lot this year. Still getting used to alone. Hope you are happily celebrating in Heaven and enjoyed your party today here on earth with Mom and I and my Cherry Rose Cake and Eggplant Parm that you kindly told me you liked, once? Thoughts today of our first date at the Fireside. First of many. Its not there anymore, but the happy memories still are. Love you forever, Your Hugger (((***)))

January 14, 2017

We are best friends and always think of the times we spent together. The many rounds of golf, with Nasser, throughout all of Southern California. Our laughs of joy, our tears of sorrow we shared. The arguments, there were many, that passed with times as they always do with brothers. Our times in the Army with the trips we took, together with our wives, in Europe. Especially, the one to Amsterdam with our wives, and John Connoy (I hope you've meant him in heaven);the night at the Red-light district. You grabbing the breast of the statue in the park; we laughed are heads silly-and I have proof. Nasser has always regretted not seeing you more and talks of you, always. Good bye dear friend, for now, until we meet again. Hopefully, many years from now. Your brother, Lee.

January 4, 2017

They'll never take those days at Ramona away from us, there were a lot of them!! You were special, and always will be!!!

April 5, 2016

I had worked briefly with Paul in Gardena and always enjoyed his childhood stories.Rest in Peace.

February 17, 2016

Thinking of you!! Your a good man Paul Penn!!

February 16, 2016

Happy Birthday Sweetheart

Today is a beautiful warm sunny day made just for you. This is your first birthday in heaven with God and the angels and your mom and my dad, Uncle Ray, Connoy and Bob. I imagine you are golfing or surfing with the guys. I am happy that you are no longer suffering. But very sad because I miss you and can't celebrate with you.
If I could have just one wish come true today, I would wish you back here so we could spend the day together. Your perfect day - big breakfast at Coco's and drive down to Carlsbad or Dana Point or even a boatride to Catalina.
I'm sending you roses. Jolie brought roses from you Sunday on Valentines Day because thats what you always did every Valentines Day and every birthday for all us girls. How many guys do that? You made every special day even more special. I wish I could do that for you and we could enjoy them together. I love you and miss you every hour of every day. Happy Birthday Sweetheart

February 15, 2016

For Paul's very special day, his birthday, we wish him GOD's grace and peace for eternity.

We thank Judy for her friendship and her patience. Our love and condolences to her for her loss.

Paul and I became, and were, best friends from our first weeks in high school. We played sports together for the four years. He could run circles around me in basketball, and usually did, but I could bully him in football, and usually did.

While we didn't join the US Army together, coincidentally, we ran into each other in Mainz, Germany, while he was in line at the Post Exchange. We shared a few leaves/trips together with our wives, while there, with other friends we met up with. He was one of the first to meet my wife of 50 years, Ursula, a German citizen at the time.

While Paul, as with all of us, had his little quirks, we enjoyed many years together, especially on the golf course; and at Bob Olson's house with friends like Jim Reale, John Connoy, Harold Stonbraker, Gary Hunter, Tom Norway, Pat Burris, Jim Crawford, and many others. Some he'll meet in heaven and others who will soon be there with him.

Keep watch over us Paul from your perch on high. Ursula and Lee

January 20, 2016

I remember when Jessice, Jake, and Jayce were little and Grandpa Paul would take them golfing twice a week. They learned to golf well because of him. He was so patient with them. Do you remember when Paul paid a pilot to take him and Jayce up and then he persuaded the pilot to let Jayce steer the plane. He did some crazy things!!! Do you also remember every time he went shopping he would bring a toy back for Jolie. We all had to tell him to stop spoiling her. I remember when Jolie started school and she would cry all day, he would drive to her school and sit in the parking lot just so she knew he was close by in case she needed him. He was a kind and loving grandpa to Jessica, Jake, Jayce, and Jolie. He will be missed.

January 9, 2016

If roses grow in heaven, Lord please pick a bunch for me. Place them in Paul's arms and tell him they’re from me. Tell him I love him and I miss him and I'm happy that he's at peace. Place a kiss upon his cheek and hug him tenderly.
Remembering him is easy, I do it every day, but we didnt get to say goodbye and there’s an ache in my heart that will never go away.

January 9, 2016

Judi, I'm so sorry for your loss. May all your great memories comfort you in the days ahead.

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November 12, 2023

Just a note. I found out today why I couldn’t reach Lee. He’s up there with you, Bill, John C, Bob and everyone. Died exactly 2 years ago. Paul, you need to give me a clue about your ashes. Where do you want them? I’m 81 now and although I’m told I don’t look it, I feel it. You don’t want me to leave them for someone unknown. Give me some kind of clue.
Your brother Chris is still alive and remarried and living in Arizona as I told you.
Ed is remodeling the bathrooms. He occasionally shares things about you when you both did the great room. Its still great looking, although I redecorated after you left. Thinking about doing it again.
Jodi is still in Nashville with her cats. She is fixing up her house. She quit teaching and is working at a 9-5 job so she can have a life, time for her cats and herself.
I think I am done having nieces and nephews. So far there is Britney's son Jack 5 and Ryans daughter Nikayla, just turned 8 and Raylan 4. They are all too cute.
Sadly nothing from Jay and family. I think Jack and Mom had a lot to do about that. I love them all and miss them. Wishing won’t make it happen. They prefer to live without family. I sure hope they are happy.
I have a lot of friends here that keep me happy and busy. We all get together almost every month and now every week with football season, its football season here. Today is Sunday and the Jets are playing the Raiders. Jets are ahead. Neither team is much good. But I think the Jets are a. Bit better.
Mom is 103 and going strong but we had to put her in a wheel chair because she kept falling. She doesn’t know anyone anymore and is much nicer for it, I think its the drugs, too bad she didn’t have them before. Last time I visited with John, she thought we were husband and wife. Hahaha She wanted me to come stay with her but she’s in a special home, I can only visit. But John does FaceTime with me when he visits her and she seemed to know me. Said my name when she saw me, like she knew me. She seems happy. Everyone said she would live to 105. I’m thinking that could actually happen. I doubt John and I will. Well, its late.
Please tell dad I love him and I will visit him next Sunday after the games for sure. I do say hi every time I drive by but its not the same and our Sunday morning coffee talks. Love and Hugs, Judi

February 16, 2023, Birthday 7 in Heaven

February 20, 2023

Happy Birthday Sweetheart, we are both 80 today.
I was viewing the tape of your high school reunion we held here and at the club house. Good memories.

Your brother Chris called last month. We had a long chat. He has remarried living in Arizona and very happy. His daughter lives here in Mission Viejo. I added a picture of him and his wife to your gallery. I understand your brother Bill is up there with you now. He was happy to know you spoke with Bill before you passed away.

Haven’t seen anything from Lee. I tried to call him but no return. I’m thinking he’s probably up there with you. Don’t know when I will be. Mom is still going strong, she’ll be 103 in July. Guess John and I are following in her footsteps.

I’m finally remodeling the house and grounds. Wish you were here to help. In hindsight your original landscaping is in style today for saving water. Although we’ve had a lot of rain and cold weather this year. We’re supposed to be going into that ice age Jay used to talk about. I think he said 50 years. Would you believe the house you paid $74k for in 1975 is now worth over a million.
Have a wonderful birthday up there golfing with Bill, John Lee and the guys. Give my daddy a big hug. I miss him so much and you too.
Love you, your hugger ❣️

January 4, 2023

Happy New Year
I have been very quiet this year but have not forgotten 7 years ago today and never will. Wish I could.
Happy New Year to you Dad, John and Grandma. I will always remember you all. Tell Dad to expect his wife very soon.
Love and Hugs,
Jud

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A day not to remember

January 4, 2020

I’m usually with Jodi in Tennessee this day of the year. The mind is aging and I unthinkingly came home a day early this year. I don’t like to remember this house this day 4 years ago. And here I am today with those awful memories.
But I had to tell you one thing that happened yesterday before I left Tennessee. Jodi was packing up her Christmas stuff and there was this beautiful little music box under the tree and I opened it up and there were these tiny delicate old fashioned skaters skating around a pond to beautiful christmas music. I suddenly remembered how you loved music boxes and had given them to me as presents. I exclaimed what a beautiful music box. And Jodi said “Mom thats the music box Paul gave me.” I miss us...oh I forgot the Tennessee Titans are playing NE for wild card tonight. You guys up there gotta help em out! they gotta win! pray everyone

Remembering Tonight 38 Years Ago

April 18, 2018

The night we started. Share it with me. My friends and I decided to go to that singles party, but it was boring. Til we went upstairs for a drink. And there you were !!! Cutest guy in the room, building, town... and you waved and I got up all my courage and went right up and sat down next to you and did we have fun or what !!! Remembering

Love and a BIG hug to you up there! Pass it on to my Dad and John. Miss you all.

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August 16, 2017

Good morning My Hugger!

Today is our 30th anniversary. Took you 7 years to talk me into it. Boy I was so against marriage, but you never gave up and always knew better. And you planned the whole thing. The beautiful grotto at La Costa with Lee and Ursula. Who could say no. But you forgot one thing, You owe me that hat! Better have one when I get up there. So Happy Anniversary Sweetheart. Miss you every day. Especially today. Had to watch the Rams preseason game by myself. You know the Rams are back and looking good. Quarterback was the young guy who ended last year, Goff and Sean McEvoy is the new and youngest NFL coach in history. We expect big things. They beat Dallas. Jodi and I took two vacations this year: New Orleans in March and England this summer, second time for Stonehenge, but also got to see London, Bath, Plymouth and the Cottswalls. Lots of fun, wish you could have come. Do the light tonight so I know you got this. Hi to John and Bob and Dad. Love you, Your Hugger

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