Denny Williams

From an early age he took on any job he could find—selling Life magazines door to door, delivering newspapers by bicycle, trimming ice plant, working at stables, canneries, and the San Carlos Post Office. These early experiences taught him from an early age, respect, responsibility and integrity which became the foundation in both his personal and professional life.

At just 17 years old, Denny enlisted in the United States Army in 1946. After completing basic training in South Carolina, he was stationed in Wetzler, Germany, where he served as a driver for a senior-ranking officer. During this time, he also had the rare opportunity to drive and be photographed with Hollywood superstar Rita Hayworth, a moment he remembered with pride.

After returning home, Denny briefly served as a police officer with the San Carlos Police Department. Soon after, an aptitude study through Stanford University revealed what would become his life’s calling—real estate. In the mid-1950s he began selling tract homes and quickly proved himself a natural. After years of success, he earned his broker’s license and founded Denny Williams Realtors, Inc.

For decades, Denny helped generations of San Carlos residents buy and sell their homes. He became a trusted and well-known figure in the community, respected for his kindness, professionalism, and genuine care for others. He took great pride in his involvement with the Board of Realtors, where he served as a leader and actively supported scholarship programs for local students—always believing in giving back and helping others succeed.

Denny was first married to Marjorie S. Pittman (Midge), with whom he had three children. They divorced in 1970. Soon after, he married Genny Gorman, and together they shared a long and loving marriage until her passing in 2015. Denny and Genny loved to travel and spent many happy years exploring the world together, especially aboard cruise ships.

An avid golfer, Denny found great joy on the course, particularly when playing with close friends Ray Testa and Mike Seashols. Over the years, Denny proudly achieved four holes-in- one, an accomplishment many professional golfers never reach.

Denny is survived by his three children: Laurie Denise Holland, Merry Lynn “Mingie” Rist, and Dennison Walker Williams. He is also survived by his stepchildren Kathy Morris and Wendy Sneller.

He is further survived by nine grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and two great-great- grandchildren, all of whom were a source of pride and joy throughout his life.

Denny lived a long and wonderful life. He will be remembered as a devoted Dad, a respected businessman, a proud veteran, a loyal friend, and a man who always gave his time, his guidance, and his heart to others.