About Sybil and Jerry King
“It is probably because of Jerry that Lenore has remained as active – for he has always supported and encouraged her to be involved.”
This quote about Lenore Seibel “Sybil” King reveals a clue to the complete support of the King family for Alpha Sigma Tau.
Sybil began her journey as an Alpha Sigma Tau as a member of the Psi Chapter at James Madison University in 1947. She served as New Member and Recruitment Chairman, and in her senior year, President.
Her commitment to Alpha Sigma Tau led her on a lifetime journey to uphold the purpose and ideals of the Sorority. Upon graduation in 1950 she immediately began service as a volunteer which continued until her death in 2006.
Sybil served as the Sorority’s 7th National President from 1972 through 1984, visiting every chapter during her presidency. Sybil was honored with the title of President Emerita during the Sorority’s Centennial celebration. Before accepting the nomination for the office of National President, Lenore and Jerry discussed the effects such a position would have on their family and only with the agreement from all members did Sybil accept the challenge. Each one – Jerry, Tommy, Susie, Kathy, Beta Zeta (University of Alabama-Birmingham), Jan, and Clare, Beta Zeta (University of Alabama-Birmingham) – contributed in some way to make Sybil’s term a complete success.
Following her service as National President, Sybil served as Headquarters Administrator, and established the Sorority’s headquarters operation in Birmingham, Alabama.
Eventually, her path led her to establish and serve the Alpha Sigma Tau Foundation, first as Vice President from September 1983 through September 1998, then President from September 1998 through September 2005.
Sybil’s husband Jerry was always a strong supporter of Alpha Sigma Tau. Whether on a ladder to replace a light bulb at the Birmingham office, supporting Sybil through her service, or contributing to the Foundation’s scholarship in his name, Mr. King made countless sacrifices for the benefit of the Sorority until his passing in 2006.
