William Davies Sohier

1889–1969 (age 80)

Lawyer

Biography

William Davies Sohier (1889–1969) devoted his legal career to upholding fairness and guiding clients through complex challenges with thoughtful counsel. Colleagues respected the steady poise he brought to every courtroom appearance and the integrity he maintained outside of it.

His memory endures among those who knew him through the sense of calm he inspired, and he is laid to rest at Forest Hills Cemetery, a quiet place befitting his dignified life of service.

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