William Von H. Oehsen Jr. ’56

For the last 14 years, as "Von O" spent his days locked in a body that would not obey his commands, the staff, his family, and visitors who saw him at the Parker Memorial Home in New Brunswick marveled at his good humor, his continuing intellectual interests, and his unflagging absorption in his family and friends. While the multiple sclerosis that ultimately took him on Nov. 22, 1995, did its worst, it did not break his spirit.

Bill brought with him from Neptune H.S. a jovial and outgoing temperament that remained with him as a member of Tower Club and as a law student at the Univ. of Virginia, and that characterized his practice of law in the Princeton area. With the help of his family he continued to represent clients even after his illness confined him to a wheelchair.

Bill was very active in class affairs, serving as class secretary and often hosting class functions.

He cherished his loving and devoted wife, Barbara, and their four sons, Bill '81, Barr, Tom, and Stewart, and was always ready to recount their achievements. To them, the class extends its deepest sympathy, affection, and admiration for a hard course well run.

The Class of 1956