Orley R. Lilly Jr

Orley R. Lilly Jr., son of Orley Radcliff Lilly and Lillian Perry Lilly, passed away in Sedona, Arizona, on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at the age of 91. 

Orley is survived by his lifelong companion, David Spero; his nieces Caroline Marshall, Corinne Young, Jane Lopez, and Jennifer Rames; and his nephews, Mark Bensabat and Chris Bensabat.

Orley was treasured by his family and friends and will be deeply missed. 

Orley graduated from Washington University, where he earned the degree of JD LLM. Orley then taught as Professor of Law at the University of Tulsa for several decades.

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