Henry Wade Rogers
1853–1926 (age 73)
Judge/Legal Educator
Biography
Henry Wade Rogers earned distinction as a jurist and legal educator, guiding Yale Law School through years of growth and later serving on the bench while exemplifying a love of scholarship and ethical practice.
The depth of his commitment to instructing aspiring lawyers and advancing fair adjudication is remembered by colleagues and pupils alike, and his grave at Oak Hill Cemetery marks the quiet dignity of his life.