William Thaw II
1893–1934 (age 41)
Businessman
Biography
William Thaw II carried forward a family legacy of business and philanthropy, dedicating himself to enterprises that sustained regional growth while upholding a spirit of generosity. His work balanced ambition with a desire to contribute meaningfully to the institutions and people around him.
Thaw valued the progress of his community and took care to support causes that nurtured education and culture. Those who remember him recall a person whose leadership was marked by integrity and civic-mindedness.