Bill Pengler of Plant City, originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed suddenly on January 5th 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Gina (nee New) and their children William (Jenna) and Elizabeth Kennedy (Sean), and his beloved granddaughter Riley Marie. He is also survived by his mother, Carolyn Pengler, his nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends who he loved.
Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate his life on Friday, January 16th 12 PM to 3 PM at the Wells Memorial and Event Center 1903 West Reynolds Street Plant City, Florida, 33563.
A private burial at sea will take place in March.
A party celebrating Bill's memory will be held in Philadelphia this spring, with more information from the family to follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Saint Jude's Children's Research Hospital in his name.