Celebration Planned for Former South Brunswick Superintendent

As superintendent of the South Brunswick School District for 27 years, James (Jim) Kimple left a mark on the township that will live on for many generations.

To celebrate the legacy of Kimple, who passed away on July 11 at the age of 94, colleagues and friends will be celebrating his life on Sunday, Sept. 30, at 3 p.m.

The special event will be held at Pierre’s Restaurant in Monmouth Junction. The program will be followed by dinner at a cost of $30.

Kimple, of Dent, MN, taught high school, earned a doctorate from Columbia University, and became a school superintendent in South Brunswick, where he served for 27 years.

Kimple was recognized for innovative programs and was passionate about the needs of disadvantaged and special needs students. He was a longtime proponent of outdoor education, organizational development and staff support.

Following three years of service in the Army Air Corps during World War II, earning a Bronze Star, Kimple and his wife Harriet settled in the East and raised a family of four children: James, Jr., of Cornwall, NY, John, of Dent, MN, Eric, of Freemont, OH, and Joan, of Nashville, TN.

Those who wish to make a donation in his memory may contribute to The Dead Lake Association Education Fund: PO Box 127, Richville, MN 56576.

For those interested in attending the celebration in South Brunswick for Kimple, RSVP to Pat Garzillo at 1123patr@comcast.net by Aug. 11.

Please indicate your intention to attend the celebration and the dinner.

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