George Henry Williams

Biography

George Henry Williams served his state and nation with distinction, notably acting as a United States Senator and Attorney General, where his legal acumen and sense of justice guided significant decisions in tumultuous times. His commitment to the Constitution and to ensuring fairness under the law left a lasting impression on the judiciary and on the people of Oregon.

After public office he remained a devoted counselor to friends and neighbors, cherishing the simple pleasures of family life while continuing to advocate for sound governance; he now rests at River View Cemetery, a testament to a life shaped by public responsibility and civic virtue.