William Joseph Gryzenia

William (Bill) Joseph Gryzenia passed away peacefully on Monday, September 1, 2025, at Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital at the age of 92. He was born on March 12, 1933, to Bertha and Joseph Gryzenia and was the beloved brother of three predeceased sisters: Wanda, Bernice, and Stella. Bill graduated from Catholic Central High School and went on to earn a degree in chemistry from Wayne State University. He began his career as a biochemist at U.S. Rubber Company, Henry Ford Hospital, and Pfizer Company. While working, he pursued an MBA at Wayne State and transitioned into a successful career as a stockbroker and financial consultant in 1963. He began with Goodbody & Company and later worked with Loeb Rhodes, Shearson, Smith Barney, and Citibank. Bill was among the earliest option traders in the United States and was even offered a seat on the exchange in the 1970s, an opportunity he declined in order to devote himself to raising his three children with his beloved wife of 59 years, Jean Gryzenia. Together, they raised Dr. Michele Ramsdell (Allen Taber), William (Nicole) Gryzenia, and Dr. Paul (Anne) Gryzenia. A resident of Grosse Pointe Farms for 55 years, Bill was dedicated to his community. He volunteered with the Grosse Pointe Farms Police Auxiliary and spent many joyful years coaching Little League Baseball and Grosse Pointe hockey, where his two sons played. He was also a member of the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club and loved spending time on the water fishing. Nothing brought Bill greater pride than his family, except maybe his iconic 1967 Cadillac convertible. He was a devoted teacher and #1 fan to his 11 grandchildren: Craig (CJ), Lindsey, Charlie, and Clare Ramsdell; Sofia, Gabriella, and Andrew Gryzenia; and Will, Davis, Jack, and Liv Gryzenia. He could often be spotted in the stands at every sporting event. He will be remembered for his humor, wisdom, constant energy, sweet tooth, and the love he poured into his family. A Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Matthew Catholic Church. Entombment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations preferred to The Capuchin https://www.thecapuchins.org/donate . Please share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" @ WujekCalcaterra.com.

William Joseph Gryzenia

March 12, 1933 - September 1, 2025