William "Bill" Penn

PENN, William (Bill). Monday, October 12, 2026. Age 62. Bill Penn passed away peacefully at home the morning of Monday, October 12th, 2026, after a long illness. Beloved husband of Francine Penn for 36 wonderful years. Dear father of Hayley (Daniel) Rothenberg and Shane (Bethany) Penn. Cherished big brother to the Penns of Jackson: Randolph (Ruth) Penn, Richard (Maureen) Penn, Bruce Penn, and Wendy Christie. Loving son of Carole Wilkinson. Bill is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and in-laws: Camille (Michael) Trent, Pamela (Jack) Yee, Janice (Chris) Brand, Nanette (Tim) Cooley, and Matthew Zalucki. Bill was extremely driven and hard-working, from starting his own business building a golf dome with friends, to joining Covisint as a founding member, and taking on various challenges throughout his career. He wore many different hats including chief architect and leading international sales groups. As much as Bill worked hard and poured energy into his career, he poured even more into his friends, family, and having fun. Bill loved to host parties and always focused on curating the perfect playlist. When he wasn’t hosting, Bill was the first to the party and last to leave, and would always welcome friends for a “final final.” He was happiest spending time up north “in the wood” observing wildlife, and hanging out at Pentwater Beach and the Village Pub.. He loved to golf and watch sports, especially baseball, always rooting for his Tigers. Bill was a warrior throughout his illness and fought valiantly. He refused to slow down and checked off many bucket list items this summer. Bill will be dearly missed by his family, friends, and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. Visitation Friday, October 16th, 2026, 3-9 pm, with a Prayer and Sharing of Memories Service at 7:00 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Instate Saturday, October 17th, 2026 at 9:30 am until the time of Funeral Mass at 10:00 am at Guardian Angels Catholic Church, 581 E. 14 Mile Rd, Clawson, MI 48017. In honor of Bill’s love of wildlife, especially birds, please consider making a memorial contribution to the National Audubon Society. Please share memories with the family at their “On-Line Guestbook" at WujekCalcaterra.com

William "Bill" Penn

April 2, 1964 - October 12, 2026