James Keener

Profile Updated: October 3, 2022
Residing In: Albuquerque, NM USA
Homepage: http://jimkeener.photography
Occupation: Itinerant photographer
Military Service: Army  
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Added by John Buchanan: Jim's school picture didn't make it into our 1962 Eagle Yearbook so I copied his picture from the 1961 edition. Hope you don't mind Jim!!

School Story:

Wayne Staecker, Sherry Graham, Holland Evans and I were at Bob's Big Boy for burgers. I had always thought of Sherry as a refined lady, and was more than moderately surprised when she poured ketchup on her french fries. I'm not writing about tablespoons full. Cups. When I mentioned it, she grinned.

Another one, also involving Wayne. You might remember that Wayne's father had restored a Model A Ford. Bright tan and brown exterior. Deep brown camel's hair seat covers. Mr. Staecker drove Wayne and me to see the Cotton Bowl parade, and without permission, pulled in behind the Miss Texas float. Charmed a policeman into letting us stay in the parade lineup. Ever the coolest, Mr. Staecker then went to the Miss Texas float and invited her to sit with us in the car, ostensibly to warm up.

We saw Texas play Mississippi in the Cotton Bowl Classic.

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Apr 20, 2024 at 11:36 AM

Memories. I enjoyed working with you to create a gift for John and the fine man we did the work for. I'm glad you're still around. Happy birthday, Ruth Ann.

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Posted on: Feb 06, 2024 at 1:47 AM

Hey, Holland. Happy birthday. I celebrated the big 8 0 in December and told myself that after 65 I was a senior citizen. But surely making 80 fully qualifies you as an old man. It seems not that long ago on West Shore.

This is Bill’s son, Justin, with his girlfriend in Austin. He has two sons - 0ne starting college soon.

Best to you and yours.

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Jan 01, 2024 at 12:06 PM

Hello,

This hits me hard. John was my first friend at RHS. In fact, we were friends before I transferred to RHS from WW Samuels HS in Dallas. I talked with him about what things were like at Richardson, and he was very upbeat. We were in the band together. I think he played the trombone, but I'm not certain.

I remember John's kindness, decency, and his down-to-earth approach to things. He was proud to have built a business and to have sold before he and his wife took their wonderful trips. You can see some of his photographs, accessed by a link to the left of this page.

My best to John's family and his other friends. Rest in peace, John.

Jim Keener

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Posted on: Nov 27, 2023 at 10:33 PM

Hey, Ben. You beat me to the planet by a week. So. Happy birthday, Old(er) Man.

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Aug 02, 2023 at 6:15 PM

I like what Julien wrote: " . . . a model of an all around great guy." John was a noble man. A leader in general, and in morals and ethics. He stood by his principles not with rigidity, but with kindness and understanding. The planet, and we who knew him have lost someone important. I cannot imagine John saying or doing anything base or unkind. I pray for his family. There is no easy way through this.

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Posted on: Apr 29, 2023 at 12:14 PM

Happy birthday, Ruth Ann. I'm late, but don't late wishes keep it going? Anyway. Many more.

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Posted on: Feb 20, 2023 at 5:37 PM

Holland, happy birthday. At our age, it's an event worth noting. Sorry I was late. I hope you're thriving and happy.

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A man of character. I think you must have always been a good guy. It's good to see you have another milestone roll around, especially since you're a week ahead of me. Happy birthday, Ben.

I think we get glimpses of Paradise from time-to-time while we're still on this planet. Here is one of mine. Donahue Pass in August 2003 on the John Muir Trail in Yosemite. Elevation: 11,056'.

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Posted on: Nov 27, 2022 at 8:25 PM

Forgot to ask. I hope you're well. I'm still in Albuquerque. Health issues, of course. Continuing photography, but mostly indoors. Best.

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Posted on: Nov 27, 2022 at 7:46 PM

You haven't changed. Well you have, but are the most recognizable of anyone else in our class I've seen.

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Oct 04, 2022 at 4:46 PM

John, I regret I missed your birthday. I should be more respectful of my elders. I wish you the best and again thank you for what you do for others.

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