Bruce Penningroth

Bruce Penningroth, 65, of Tipton, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family after a long illness on Sunday, February 22, 2015. Survivors include his wife Beverly Penningroth of Tipton; his daughters Kim (Terry) Mente and Angie (Jim) Knox, both of Tipton; his grandchildren, Ashley, Austin, Alyssa and Jaxson; his sister Lynn (Craig) Emrich of Marion; his mother Jean Penningroth of Tipton; and his cat Simba. Bruce was born on September 29th, 1949, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. On May 20th, 1972 he was united in marriage to Bev Pruess in Clarence, Iowa. Bruce was a Navy Vietnam Veteran. He loved being with his grandchildren. He also enjoyed movies, traveling, boating and watching wildlife. Per Bruce's wishes, there will be no public service or visitation. Family will be holding a private service. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials in Bruce's honor to Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 230 East Ohio Street, Suite 304, Chicago, IL 60611-3201. Online condolences, memories and photos may be shared at www.fryfuneralhome.com.