Toaxnoes Spring 2011 Final2.indd - Nichols School

W. F. “Kim” Kimberly ’47Last Standand his photographs will always be cherished as animportant part of the Nichols community.In February, the School held an art show todisplay Kim’s photographs and recognize himfor his outstanding collection. The show,“Nichols: Now and Then,” had an openingreception in the Albright Hall Reading Roomwith over 250 attendees on hand to viewKim’s photographs and talk with him.Later that month, Kim learned that Cradle Beach, one of hismost beloved charitable organizations, named The Kimberly FamilyBuilding in honor of him. He was extremely proud of this honor.Everyone who knew Kim recalls his signature smile and remarkablesense of humor. An English teacher through and through, Kim had anatural knack for storytelling to match his wit. We know many of hisfriends will continue to fondly retell his stories.On the following pages, you will find a few of our favorites – astold by Kim. He passed his “Yellow Shirt Tales” along to us and weare fortunate to be able to share them with you here. One even tellsthe story of why Kim wore yellow every Friday. We hope you enjoythem and are inspired to continue celebrating Kim’s vivacious spiritas we will at Nichols.If you wish to honor Kim with a gift, memorials may be made toNichols School. The William F. “Kim” Kimberly, Jr. ’47 Scholarshipwas established in honor of Kim by the School. The fund is designed toprovide need-based financial aid for a promising rising 6th grade studentwho has made a strong contribution to the Nichols School community.Spring 201113