Dashawn Pernell

In Loving Memory of Dashawn Pernell

November 4, 1973 – November 7, 2026

Dashawn Pernell, 53, of Rock Island, Illinois, passed away on November 7, 2026. Born to the late Lawrence Pernell Sr. and Annette Pernell (Taylor), Dashawn was a graduate of Rock Island High School and attended Black Hawk College. During his high school years, he participated in track and field and cross country, accomplishments he remained especially proud of throughout his life.

Dashawn is survived by his only child, a daughter Brittany Pernell, from his previous marriage and his beloved twin sister, Lashawn “Tweety” Pernell, with whom he shared a special bond. He is also survived by his siblings, Ruby “DeeDee” Sanders, Lawrence “LPea” Pernell Jr., Anissa Quinn, Shawana Quinn, Lawrence “Buddy” (Julie) Pernell, Taneka “Smurf” (Brandon) Pernell-Lott and Shaneka “Big Red” Pernell; a host of nieces and nephews; and many cousins with whom he shared close, sibling-like bonds. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence Pernell Sr. and Annette Pernell (Taylor), and his brother, Jermaine Sanders.

Known for his humorous personality and class-clown energy, Dashawn had a way of making people laugh and bringing entertainment wherever he went. He was adventurous by nature and enjoyed seeking out thrills, whether riding roller coasters, tackling towering water slides or finding his next adventure. He had a love for animals, particularly aquatic life and reptiles, and enjoyed fishing. A music enthusiast, he took pride in his extensive CD collection and often played his favorite music at full volume. He also enjoyed hand-washing his car, carrying on a tradition passed down from his father. A devoted Dallas Cowboys and Fighting Illini fan, Dashawn could talk football and basketball for hours.

He will be deeply missed by his family and loved ones, who will carry his memory with them always.

A celebration of his life will be held at 11am on Friday, November 20, 2026, at Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport.

The funeral livestream may be viewed and online remembrances expressed at www.hmdfuneralhome.com.