William Franklin Whittier

Biography

William Franklin Whittier, born in 1832, pursued a path of service through the law and through thoughtful civic engagement, earning the respect of colleagues and citizens alike in the Cypress Lawn neighborhood.

He helped guide charitable boards and mentoring circles that steered young men into honest and productive work, and he believed the law could be a tool for healing and building trust. His quiet integrity continues to inspire those who remember him at Cypress Lawn Memorial Park.