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William Penney

San Francisco, California

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William H. Penney

William (Bill) Penney, age 48, died on September 16 at Alta Bates hospital after a long illness. Born in Everett and raised in Marysville, Wa., a 1988 Stanford graduate, Bill enjoyed a successful career in finance at Drexel Burnham and Smith Barney and worked for Advent...

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I know I'm late and never know if anyone out there will read this but this is a message to you william. You were my neighbor and you were my friend and at a time when I was lost and struggling to keep my non profit afloat you were there to encourage me and also to help with your generosity and asked for nothing in return but for us to continue to deliver for the kids of Oakland. Hope to see you at the lanesplitter in heaven. You sweet kind generous man. Sending my and condolences to you and...

Bill after a Biathlon, Summer 1988 (Kailua, HI) - Post Stanford

gone but not forgotten

Bill's cabin ski day 2009

Miss you buddy.

Thank you for the time we had.

Dear Sue, Joan and family: So sorry to hear of Bill's passing this morning as I read the paper. It's been a lot of years since we all spent time together, may the Lord be your strength and hope as you grieve your loss.

Bill was a special student at MPHS who was always looking for ways to help others. His humor enhanced his writing, and as one of his teachers, I remember him fondly.

To me you are William and I will carry you in my heart as the kind and wonderful friend I know. MAy God hold those left behind in the palm of His hand.