09/23/2026
In Loving Memory of Bill Brennan
Cadillac Kings • San Jose Chapter
It is with tremendous sadness that we say goodbye to our brother and fellow Cadillac King, Bill Brennan of the San Jose Chapter.
Bill was much more than a member of the Cadillac Kings. He was a driving force behind the growth, success, and foundation of the organization we know today.
As a committee member, Bill dedicated countless hours to the Cadillac Kings. He participated in many of the important discussions and decisions surrounding the club’s rules, structure, development, and future. His voice, experience, and commitment helped shape this organization, and the impact of his contributions will continue to be felt for many years to come.
But Bill’s contribution went far beyond meetings, rules, and committees.
He believed in what the Cadillac Kings represented. He believed in the cars, the brotherhood, the friendships, and the idea that people from different places and walks of life could come together because of a shared passion and become family. Bill gave a great deal of himself to help that family grow.
Sadly, Bill’s final battle was against cancer. He fought with incredible strength and determination until the end, exactly the kind of fight those who knew him would have expected from him.
To Bill’s family, thank you for sharing him with us all these years. We recognize that every hour he dedicated to this club was also time that you allowed him to share with his Cadillac Kings family. We will forever be grateful for that gift.
Because of Bill Brennan, the Cadillac Kings are stronger. Because of his dedication, his influence will remain woven into the history of this club.
Cars will come and go. Chapters will grow. New members will join, and new generations will carry the Cadillac Kings name.
But there are certain people who become part of the foundation.
Bill was one of those people.His chair at the table may now be empty, but his fingerprints will forever remain on the organization he helped build.
Rest easy, Bill.
Thank you for your friendship.
Thank you for your leadership.
Thank you for your fight.
And most importantly, thank you for being our brother.