William Sorby Obituary
We announce the death of William Sorby (Hawthorne, New York), who passed away on June 28, 2026, at the age of 57. William will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Sorby to pay them a last tribute.
William will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew William will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. William’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his pet Buddy. He is survived by: his parents, Rosanne Sorby and William (Wendy Sorby); and his brother Bryan (Jennifer).
As a lifelong Yankees fan, one way to honor his memory is through a donation to one of the New York Yankees foundations. Therefore, in lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Yankees Universe Fund. Donations may be made online at https://giving.mskcc.org..
