Alvin C. Penn Obituary
We announce the death of Alvin C. Penn of Canton, Michigan, born in Detroit, Michigan, who passed away on September 28, 2026, at the age of 86. Alvin will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Alvin C. Penn to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Penn and Audra Penn (Bunch); and his siblings, James Penn (late Sharon), Eileen Barnes (Glyn), Terry Penn (Betty) and Sharon Penn.
He is survived by: his wife Nancy; his children, Alene Hoffman (Larry), Laurie Harteau (Nick) and David Penn (Jill); his grandchildren, Katelyn and Colin (Betty); and his sister Dorothy White (Bob).
Visitation was held on Thursday, October 1st 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the L. J. Griffin Funeral Home (42600 Ford Rd, Canton, MI 48187). A masonic service was held on Thursday, October 1st 2026 at 7:00 PM at the L. J. Griffin Funeral Home - Canton (42600 Ford Rd, Canton, MI 48187). The lying in state was held on Friday, October 2nd 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the L. J. Griffin Funeral Home Chapel (42600 Ford Rd, Canton, MI 48187). A funeral service was held on Friday, October 2nd 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorial contributions can be made to Faith Baptist Church (https://www.fbcanton.org) in Canton Michigan.
