Boris Sokoloff Jr.

Boris Sokoloff,Jr, beloved father of Alexander and Katherine, husband of Joan Williams Sokoloff, died on December 8, 2012 while under hospice care at Brighton Gardens. Born in Nice, France July 20, 1924, Boris was the son of Boris Sokoloff, Sr and Marie Komarova Sokoloff and brother of Kiril Sokoloff. Boris was a graduate of Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School of International Affairs and Columbia University, School of Public Law & Government. He had a distinguished career with Union Carbide and served as Chairman for Union Carbide Middle East and Africa before retiring in 1984. He was married to Joan Sokoloff for 62 years and together they lived a rich life, traveling the world and residing in Greece, Switzerland, Morocco as well as Greenwich. Boris is survived by his children Alexander (wife Peggy), Katherine, grandchildren Ana, Nick and Alex, and great grandchildren Sasha and Aiden. He was greatly loved by his family. He is remembered as a “fine gentleman and leader” by his work colleagues and a gracious and considerate host by his many friends. A light has gone out from the lives of his friends and family who will never forget his warmth, loyalty, good humor, and sense of adventure. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.leopgallaghergreenwich.com.