KEENE--James H, III,
passed away Wednesday, October 17, at home, in peace, surrounded by his immediate family in Omaha, Nebraska. For over 60 years, Jim Keene lived the Sigma Pi creed both as a stellar supporter of Mu Chapter, Cornell University and as a civic leader in his community. After pledging in the fall of 1953, Jim served with dedication, devotion, and passion in order not only to establish Mu Chapter as a strong organization but to complement its stability in both housing and scholarship funding. Jim served as president of Mu Chapter's alumni board over 21 years. In 2014, he was presented with the Founders Award, Sigma Pi's highest honor. Jim served for 32 years with Peter Kiewit Sons Inc, and managed Humboldt Specialty Manufacturing Company. He was an active director of Mu Chapter's alumni board and the Mu Chapter Educational Foundation. Memorial contributions can be made to Mu Chapter of Sigma Pi Fraternity P.O. Box 876, Ithaca, NY 14851-0876 P.O. Box 876, Ithaca, NY 14851-0876
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Jim was a man who truly loved Cornell and the values and ideals of that great institution. His commitment and integrity will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him.
Frank Robinson
Frank Robinson
October 22, 2018
Please accept my deep expressions of sympathy. May the loving memories you've shared continue to warm your heart. Psalms 116:15
October 21, 2018
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