In Memoriam 1940s Alfred H. Pence Sr., Class <strong>of</strong> 1942, died September 30, 2010 George E. Countzler, II Class <strong>of</strong> 1949, died October 11, 2010 1950s George Karem, Jr. Class <strong>of</strong> 1950, died October 22, 2010 William M. Edwards Class <strong>of</strong> 1951, died November 7, 2010 Leslie L. Bivin, Jr. Class <strong>of</strong> 1952, died December 7, 2010 Leonard L. Kilgore, Jr. Class <strong>of</strong> 1952, died November 27, 2009 Thomas J. Bilotta Class <strong>of</strong> 1953, died November 21, 2010 George Gaines, Jr. Class <strong>of</strong> 1953, died February 23, 2010 Charles E. Morris Class <strong>of</strong> 1953, died March 13, 2010 Robert C. Cole, II Class <strong>of</strong> 1957, died June 11, 2010 1960s Jack R. Osman, Sr. Class <strong>of</strong> 1962, died February 2, 2010 Lawrence J. Allgeier, Jr. Class <strong>of</strong> 1963, died September 3, 2010 Gary A. Perry Class <strong>of</strong> 1967, died October 11, 2010 1970s Thomas S. Foster Class <strong>of</strong> 1973, died October 14, 2010 Curtis A. Johnson Class <strong>of</strong> 1975, died January 16 , <strong>2011</strong> Dorothy Skaggs Deaton Class <strong>of</strong> 1979, died November 27, 2009 26 Focus on <strong>Pharmacy</strong>
Thomas S. Foster PharmD, R13 Thomas Scott Foster, 63, husband <strong>of</strong> Marijo Foster, departed this life on October 14, 2010 following a brief illness. Born in Gloversville, NY, on May 25, 1947, he was the son <strong>of</strong> Charles and Evelyn Foster. Tom was a pr<strong>of</strong>essor at the UK <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Pharmacy</strong>, and he continued to be active in teaching, research and service roles at UK until shortly before his passing. He held joint faculty appointments as pr<strong>of</strong>essor in the UK <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> Medicine, Department <strong>of</strong> Anesthesiology, and the UK <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> Public Health, Department <strong>of</strong> Health Services Management. Dr. Foster served as executive chair <strong>of</strong> the Human Subjects Institutional Review Board for over twenty years. Dr. Foster enjoyed many roles with the United States Pharmacopeial Convention, the national body that establishes standards for medications distributed within the U.S. This year he received the Beal Award for Distinguished Volunteer Service to the U.S.P., the highest award <strong>of</strong> that important non-governmental standards agency. He was a pioneer in using his pharmacy knowledge to address drug product selection issues for the benefit <strong>of</strong> the public in <strong>Kentucky</strong>, ultimately chairing <strong>Kentucky</strong>'s Drug Formulary Council and Drug Management Review Board. He was appointed to the <strong>Kentucky</strong> Board <strong>of</strong> <strong>Pharmacy</strong>, the licensure agency for pharmacists, and chaired the group. He served as a consultant to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as well as to the Office <strong>of</strong> Human Research Protection <strong>of</strong> the U.S. Department <strong>of</strong> Health and Human Services. Tom was a man <strong>of</strong> many talents, a man <strong>of</strong> many friends. His number <strong>of</strong> friends was almost matched by his number <strong>of</strong> bowties, his sartorial signature. An avid sailor, he was happiest when with his grandchildren sailing on Seneca Lake in New York's Finger Lakes Region where his family has a summer home. Two Airedales, Commander and Chief, were his constant companions. In addition to his wife, survivors include his daughter, Megan (David) Sullivan, Isle <strong>of</strong> Guernsey, UK; his son, Thomas Scott (Courtney) Foster, Jr., Ocean City, NJ; six grandchildren, the Sullivan boys - Davey, Charlie, and Tommy and the Fosters - Jack, Van, and Jane Scott; as well as a sister, Bonnie (Bob) Bruss, Braselton, GA. The family requests that contributions to commemorate the life <strong>of</strong> this true friend who gave so unselfishly to many be directed to the Paul F. Parker Pr<strong>of</strong>essorship with checks, bearing a notation <strong>of</strong> Dr. Foster's name, drawn payable to the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Kentucky</strong> and sent to the UK <strong>College</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Pharmacy</strong>, 789 S. Limestone, Lexington, KY 40536. Remembered by Friends and Colleagues “Tom had a significant impact on me as a young, energetic, aspiring clinician-scientist when I arrived at UK in 1978. He was way ahead <strong>of</strong> his time in drug product evaluation, and he influenced the lives <strong>of</strong> so many residents and pharmacy students at UK throughout his career. I am grateful for his many contributions to clinical pharmacy. His enthusiasm, contagious smile and optimism live on in all <strong>of</strong> us whom he touched. Cheers to the “bow tie” guy for a life well lived!” -Kim Brouwer, R103 "The first time I ever saw Tom was when I was a 5 th year student and he was 'Dr. Foster'. He bounded into our classroom, beamed at all <strong>of</strong> us, wrapped everything in enthusiasm, and left. I remember thinking, 'I'm not sure what just happened; but it was great!' Several years later when I joined the faculty, I benefitted from his enthusiasm and excitement about the pr<strong>of</strong>ession and his words <strong>of</strong> advice." -Melody Ryan, '93 "Tom recruited me into the residency program and then on the faculty. Working with him throughout a 37-year span is something I will always cherish pr<strong>of</strong>essionally. But I will cherish even more what Tom shared with me personally. I will always remember with great fondness our first 'deep sea' fishing trip to the Outer Banks <strong>of</strong> North Carolina, the many trips to Cave Run Lake for an afternoon <strong>of</strong> sailing and the invitation to play music with the kids. Tom has truly been a lifelong friend and inspiration. He will always have a place in my heart." -Ken Record, R63 "Thoughts on Tom: The elder statesman, the <strong>of</strong>t-parlimentarian, the avid sailor, the universal beacon <strong>of</strong> the college and residency program, the USP super hero, all things IRB and wise counselor. We were all blessed to have counted him as a colleague and friend, and we're all the better for having spent time with him." -Kelly Smith "I remember some <strong>of</strong> his favorite sayings – 'Why would I retire? I've got the best job in the world!' When asked how he was doing or how your day/week was going, his reply was always, 'Just living the dream.'" -Peggy Piascik "Tom’s legacy <strong>of</strong> excellence, persistence and vision will continue in the lives <strong>of</strong> those fortunate to have known him as a teacher, clinician, colleague and friend. My memories <strong>of</strong> Tom and the standards he set remind me <strong>of</strong> the greater purpose underlying what we do daily as pharmacy faculty." -Jimmi Hatton, R151 For more rememberances and a memorial video <strong>of</strong> Tom, visit the U.S. Pharmacopeia Web site. www.usp.org/aboutUSP/ rememberingTomFoster.html <strong>Winter</strong> <strong>2011</strong> 27
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