Justin Pender
Justin Pender, 27, a member of Local 577 (Northlake, Ill.) and a Union Pacific conductor, was killed early July 6, 2024 in an on-the-job accident.
Brother Pender died at Proviso Yard in Melrose Park, Ill. The National Transportation Safety Board was investigating his death.
“I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Justin Pender, a Union Pacific Railroad employee who tragically lost his life in a work-related incident. I send my condolences to his family and his colleagues during this difficult time,” posted U.S. Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia on X, formerly known as Twitter.
