Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"As we remember Officer Richard Pennington, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by those who wear the badge every day. Their courage and commitment to keeping our streets safe is something we must never take for granted."

David Bustamante
South Gate Police Department

December 9, 2024

Officer Richard Pennington is remembered not only for his service during World War II but also for his service as a Vernon Police Officer. With his untimely passing on Thursday, January 24, 1946, we express our gratitude for his ultimate sacrifice. Your legacy will not be forgotten, as Class 217 of the Rio Hondo Police Academy, looks forward to running our pride run in your honor.

Police Officer Recruit GuoShu Moser
Arcadia Police Department

December 9, 2024

In honoring Officer Richard Pennington, we remember not only his brave service during World War II but also his dedicated commitment to keeping our community safe as a member of the Vernon Police Department. His sacrifice in the line of duty on Thursday, January 24, 1946, serves as a poignant reminder of the risks law enforcement officers face every day. We express our heartfelt gratitude for his courage, selflessness, and the ultimate sacrifice he made for the safety and well-being of others. His legacy will not be forgotten, and our thoughts remain with his family, friends, and colleagues. Thank you, Officer Pennington, for your service and your unwavering dedication. Class 217 of the Rio Hondo Police Academy is dedicating our pride run in your honor. May you forever rest in peace and know your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Police Officer Recruit Kevyn Lee
Monterey Park Police Department

December 9, 2024

Officer Pennington,
thank you for your bravery and service not only to the community that you protected but to your country as well. your legacy will live on in the memory of those who knew you and your family for generations. you made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty and it will not go unappreciated.

R.I.P. Sir

State of California Expo PD

December 9, 2024

Officer Pennington,

You served our country in what is arguably the most horrific war in human history. After the war was won, you returned home and decided your service was not at an end. You continued to serve your community as a police officer. When your were not on duty, you showed by example that service is not a uniform you put on, but a quality embedded within you. You noticed a crime that may have endangered a fellow officer. You did not care that you were "Off Duty." You stepped in to assist and made the ultimate sacrifice at just thirty years of age.

I thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and dedication. The spirit of who you were will not be lost.

Officer Daniel Diaz
Department of State Hospitals

December 9, 2024

This officer is an example of how all men should be, he paid the ultimate sacrifice for his community. He was an exemplary officer who not only cared for himself but others. May he rest in peace and continue to guide all of us to greatness.

Andre Ford Jr

December 9, 2024

As a recruit with the Vernon Police Department, Officer Richard Pennington’s story is both inspiring and humbling. His actions, even off duty, showed incredible dedication to protecting his community. His sacrifice, so early in his time with the department, is a reminder of the risks this job carries and the impact it has on families and the community. It’s a powerful example of courage and commitment, and it motivates me to approach this role with the same sense of duty and integrity.

Police Recruit Alan Rodriguez
Vernon Police Department

December 8, 2024

Officer Pennington,
In honor of your service to the community, Class 217 from the Rio Hondo Basic Police Academy will be having our Pride Run in your honor. I would like to thank you for your service not only to the community, but to our country as well. You inspire young Law Enforcement Officers to Serve and Protect and we will forever be grateful. Rest in Peace Sir.

Recruit Marcus Ramirez
Arcadia Police Department

December 8, 2024

Rest in peace, Officer Pennington. Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten, you are remembered and honored.

Valerie Rodriguez

December 8, 2024

Officer Richard H. Pennington,


Thank you for your service, and you will never be forgotten. Your commitment to serving the community of Vernon and our country is honored. Rest in peace, Sir.

David Sanchez
Monterey Park Police Department

December 8, 2024

Sad to hear about this world war 2 hero. Thoughts and prayers to his family

Hector Perez

December 8, 2024

It will be an honor to run in your name for Rio Hondo Police Academy Class 217’s Pride Run. Your name will continue to be carried on. Rest easy.

Cadet Q. Reynolds
Azusa Police Department

December 7, 2024

Few men are brave enough to risk their lives, both in combat and on patrol. Officer Pennington, your legacy lives on; defined by both your courage and commitment to service. Rio Hondo Class 217 is honored to remember you for our Colors Run. You will never be forgotten. May you rest in peace, sir.

Amos Gilbertson

December 7, 2024

We all most remember the fallen officers that sacrificed there lives in the line of duty. Thank you sir for your service in World War II and your services to the community of Vernon. Rest in peace officer Pennington. Your sacrifice will be remembered!

Recruit Caleb Jones
Rio hondo police academy

December 7, 2024

Officer Pennington,
On today, the 75th anniversary of of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served during WW II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 24, 2021

Richard (Penny) was a personal friend of my father whom was also a Vernon motorcycle officer. I remember my father speaking of him when I was a child.

Michael Kelly
Harry Arthur Kelly's fellow officer of Penny

July 12, 2019

Officer Pennington,
On today, the 72nd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served during WW II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 24, 2018

Rest In Peace Brother in Blue. Thank you and your family for your sacrifice and service to this country.

Officer Mike Robinson (Ret)
Upland Police Dept. CA

January 24, 2018

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

September 21, 2017

I had previoulsy left a reflection for you, but had your eow date totally wriong o I wanted to repost this remembrance. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 66th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never dimishes respect, and your memory will always be honored and revered. .

Rest In Peace



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Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

January 24, 2012

Rest in Peace, Officer Pennington. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

January 23, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 163rd anniversary year of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
mother of Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

February 4, 2009

No fellow Los Anmgeles County area law enforcement personnel killed in the line-of-duty, should be forgotten.

Officer Pennington, may Your Soul Rest-In-Peace.

Maj M. B. Parlor
USMC / LAPD

January 24, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

January 21, 2008

Your career was cut short, I know you were proud. May you rest in peace.

Retired Officer B. Stack
Former Vernon Police Officer

March 28, 2007