Jimmy graduated in January of 1951, the first class to graduate in Ramsay’s new auditorium. After graduation, he attended Auburn University, and later transferred to Howard College (Samford University). At Howard, he was on the track team, lettered and was initiated into the old “H” Athletic Club. He was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha social fraternity and Alpha Kappa Psi professional fraternity. He graduated with a B.S. degree in Industrial Management. He served a tour in the U.S. Navy Air. He was employed for 19 ½ years with a local CPA firm. On January 1, 1982, he started his own accounting practice and has operated until recently.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Sharon Jones Keenum; brother, Eugene Keenum (Angie) and a host of nieces and nephews.
Family will receive friends Wednesday June 6, 2018 from 10- 12 pm at Ridout’s Elmwood Chapel. Graveside service will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Jasper at 1:30 pm.
