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KEITH SACHS Obituary
American Friends of the Hebrew University and the Hebrew University mourn the passing of our friend and colleague, Keith L. Sachs. A dedicated civic and philanthropic leader, Keith maintained a four-decade relationship with Hebrew University and AFHU, providing leadership and supporting medical, scientific, and high-tech innovation. Keith served as AFHU President from 1996-2000 and as Chair from 2000-2005. A Governor of Hebrew University's International Board of Governors, Keith was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in 2003. Benefactors of Hebrew University, Keith and his brother, Herb, established the Bernard L. and Mary T. Sachs Chair in Cancer Studies, the Sachs Family Chair in Computer Science, the Sachs Family Development Chair in Brain Sciences, and the Sachs Family Computer Science Wing. Keith and his beloved wife Kathy also maintained a steadfast commitment to leading arts, educational and medical institutions in the United States. We extend our deepest condolences to Kathy and to the couple's children: Deborah Sachs Rothman (Michael), Judy Sachs (Todd) and David Sachs (Lauren), grandchildren: Alexandra, Katelyn, Mara, Noah, and Ashley and to Herb and Alice Sachs and their family. May they be comforted among the mourners of Zion. The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Michael Federmann, Chairman of the Board of Governors Professor Asher Cohen, President Professor Menahem Ben-Sasson, Chancellor AFHU Daniel I. Schlessinger, Chair of the Board Marc O. Mayer, President Beth Asnien McCoy, National Executive Director Seth Bloom, Director, Philadelphia Office
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Nancy Reynolds
April 5, 2018
Keith gave so much of himself. He will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy to Kathy and the family.
March 9, 2018
Our deepest condolences to the family. May you find comfort during this most difficult time with God's help- Isa 61:1&2
March 8, 2018
Dearest Sachs Family,
AS a good friend of Herb's while growing up in Chicago, I knew Keith and always remember him fondly. My heartfelt condolences go out to the family and Herb, please know how much support and love Nina and I send your way.
With love,
Howie & Nina Gorbach
Gail Siegel
March 7, 2018
Dearest Kathy,How shocked and sorry I was to learn of your great loss!I know how devoted you were to each other through the years . I can even remember your beautiful wedding!My thoughts are with you in this solemn hour and my heart joins yours in mourning.Please accept my deepest sympathies.Affectionately, Gail (Siegel)
Diana Beecher
March 7, 2018
I went to high school with Keith and remember him well as a particularly kind and generous teenager. I'm sure he grew into a fine man. I'm so sorry to learn about his family and friends' loss.
William Williams
March 6, 2018
Dear Kathy and family, so very sorry to learn of Keith's passing. I served with you on the ICA Advisory Board in the 1990s. And I recall that you always spoke of Keith during our non-board meeting time. My memory picture of you formed during that time is: that the two of you were partners in life and partners in art. My sympathy and condolences to you and your family.
Willie Williams
Len Amoroso
March 6, 2018
Dear Kathy,
Nancy and I were heartbroken upon hearing the news of Keith's passing. He was a wonderful man, and always great to be around. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You have our deepest sympathy.
Jennifer Vanim
March 6, 2018
Deepest condolences to Kathy, and Deborah, Judy, David and your families. I am so sad for your loss. You, and PMA, and so many others have had such a treasure in Keith. I'm honored to have known him. Love and strength to you all.
Jen
March 6, 2018
My sympathy and condolences.
Nancy Grossman
March 6, 2018
We are all heartbroken. Keith was Penn to us, and being one of his classmates was an honor. My love and thoughts go out to his family- and to Kathy, my deepest sympathy. My thoughts are with you now and always.
Remembering, Nancy Jacobs Grossman
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