The Quarterly

Sigma Nu Fraternity is saddened to share news of the passing of a Mighty Oak and Delta Nu Chapter alumnus, Brother William “Bill” D. Barron, who entered Chapter Eternal on October 26, at the age of 101. A proud member of the Greatest Generation, Brother Barron embodied the Fraternity’s principles of Love, Honor, and Truth throughout a remarkable life of service and leadership. A U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, Brother Barron attended the University of Maine following his military service and enjoyed a long and distinguished career as a forester with Prentiss & Carlisle and later as president of Bald Eagle Timber Management Company. His lifelong passion for the outdoors and conservation inspired all who knew him. Brother Barron’s devotion to Sigma Nu spanned more than seven decades. He served as Chapter Advisor to Delta Nu Chapter, held numerous roles on the chapter’s House Corporation and Alumni Chapter boards, and contributed to the Fraternity nationally as a Division Commander (1962-1975) and Director of the Sigma Nu Educational Foundation (1982-2005; Life Director 2005-2021). In recognition of his extraordinary service, he was inducted into the Sigma Nu Hall of Honor in 2010 (pictured). Brother Barron will be remembered for his steadfast leadership, humility, and deep commitment to the Fraternity and his community. Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones.