Retired faculty member William “Bill” Conner has passed away

The University recently learned that William “Bill” Conner passed away on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026. Bill served the University for nearly 34 years, retiring in 2022 as a professor in the Department of Biology.

The Wake Forest community extends its condolences to Bill’s family and friends. An obituary is available here.

Each of us is affected by loss in different ways. The Wake Forest community is encouraged to seek support by calling 336-758-CARE (2273) or visiting the We Are Wake website to learn more about resources offered by the University.