Houston, Texas
1926 - 2016
Samuel Keeper1926-2016On October 24th, Sam Keeper, who once proclaimed that he would probably have been a hermit, left behind an adoring wife, Cele, a devoted daughter, Lauren, and enough loving family, friends, colleagues, mentees and admirers to fill the Brown Convention Center.Sam was way-laid...
Read MoreYour stature as a kind and thoughtful gentleman grows daily in comparison to those who have seized the reins since you departed. Thank you for your lifelong contribution to the commonweal. As much as you are missed, I am grateful G-d spared you from this current idiocy.
Justice Jim Sharp
October 21, 2019 | Houston, TX | Friend
SAM IS A CONSTANT PRESENCE IN MI LIFE...WHEN FRIENDS PASS AWAY WE HAVE A TENDENCY TO SPEAK OF THEM IN PAST TENSE...FOR ME THAT IS DIFFICULT BECAUSE THE FONDNESS AND THE EMOTION THAT SAM ARISES IN ME IS IN PRESENT TIME, PRESENT TENSE...IF I WANT I CAN SPEAK TO HIM AND TELL HIM HOW GREAT A FRIEND HE IS, SOMETHING I HAVE ALWAYS TOLD HIM....THERE WERE NO UNTOLD STORIES AMONGST US, THAT WAS THE PURPOSE OF OUR FRIENDSHIP, TO SHARE OUR STORIES, TO SHARE OUR FEELINGS, THOUGHTS AND EMOTIONS...I...
ROGELIO PADILLA
August 27, 2017 | Friend
I worked with Sam in the 80s. He had a brilliant mind and was a joy to be around. He stayed in our lives as a client of my husband. He was an inspiration to everyone.
Jean Wilkinson Brackendorff
October 31, 2016
Sending love to both of you, Cele and Lauren. Grateful that I knew Sam. Some of the best conversations I've ever had! Always made me think. Always made me laugh.
Brene Brown
October 30, 2016
So lucky to have known Sam and to have worked with him on projects. He was a wonderful mentor and true giant in the PR world. My deepest sympathy Cele and Lauren.
Terry St. John
October 30, 2016 | Houston, TX
Cele,
Sam was truly a joy to know and it was always a pleasure working with him. Indeed he had a great mind and a keen sense of humor. I will miss him but feel so fortunate to have known him for so many years. Please let me know when you set a date for the celebration of Sam's life. I want to be there.
My condolences to you and Lauren.
Bo Brackendorff
Bo Brackendorff
October 30, 2016 | Bellaire, TX
Cele, Please accept my condolences.
I truly enjoyed Sam's company and consider him to be the most genuinely kind person I've ever met.
Jim Sharp
October 28, 2016 | Houston, TX
Cele, I am so sorry for your loss. I know that Sam was deeply loved and will be greatly missed. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brittany Kneisley
October 28, 2016 | Houston, TX
Sam was a nice man. Always enjoyed his outlook and conversations. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Dr Robert Debes
Dr Robert Debes
October 28, 2016 | Houston, TX
