William Sohier Bryant

1861–1956 (age 95)

Businessman

Biography

William Sohier Bryant was a respected businessman whose acumen was matched by a deep sense of responsibility to those he led. He embraced innovation while nurturing the talents of coworkers, leaving a legacy of thoughtful leadership in the commercial world.

Bryant’s generous support of civic and cultural causes reflected his belief in the power of enterprise to strengthen communities, a legacy remembered fondly at Mount Auburn Cemetery.

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