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Dr. Custer (OSU '46), 80, San Diego, died May 12, 2005. He founded Turquoise Animal Hospital in San Diego in the late 1950s. Earlier in his career, Dr. Custer established a practice in Toledo, Ohio. In 1972, he helped create what is now known as VCA Emergency Animal Hospital and Referral Center in San Diego. Dr. Custer also founded the Animal Care Foundation, part of the San Diego Foundation that provides veterinarians with equipment and blood bank services.

He served as president of the American Animal Hospital Association in 1970, serving on its executive board for eight years. In 1980, Dr. Custer was named AAHA Practitioner of the Year. He was a founding member of the Sierra VMA in California. A World War II veteran, Dr. Custer served in the Army. His wife, Connie, and a daughter survive him. Memorials may be made to the Animal Care Fund, San Diego Foundation, 1420 Kettner Blvd., Suite 500, San Diego, CA 92101.

Dr. Duvall (AUB '56), 75, Roanoke, Va., died July 9, 2005. From 1969 until retirement in 1996, he owned Duvall Veterinary Hospital in Salem, Va. Earlier in his career, Dr. Duvall owned Duvall Animal Hospital in Bardstown, Ky., and worked for the Department of Agriculture. His two daughters and two sons survive him.

Dr. Fritz (ISU '52), 80, Iowa Falls, Iowa, died June 21, 2005. From 1965 until retirement in 1986, he worked for the Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service. Earlier in his career, Dr. Fritz practiced in Elmore, Minn. He was a member of the National Association of Federal Veterinarians. Dr. Fritz's wife, Patricia; three sons; and two daughters survive him.

Dr. Lenz (ISU '42), 89, Strawberry Point, Iowa, died June 25, 2005. He was a federal meat inspector in Milwaukee and Cedar Rapids, Iowa, until 1980. Prior to that, Dr. Lenz practiced in the Marion and Mount Vernon areas of Iowa. Early in his career, he worked for the federal government. Dr. Lenz's son and daughter survive him.

Dr. Love (TEX '49), 83, Frederick, Okla., died March 29, 2005. From 1953 until retirement in 1972, he practiced in Ardmore, Okla. Earlier in his career, Dr. Love practiced in Frederick. He served on the Oklahoma State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners for several years. A rancher and farmer during retirement, Dr. Love was the founder of Washita Cattle Company. His son and daughter survive him.

Dr. Miller (MSU '53), 80, Greensboro, N.C., died June 12, 2005. From 1961 until retirement in 1986, he worked for the North Carolina Department of Agriculture. Earlier in his career, Dr. Miller practiced in Benton Harbor, Mich. He was a veteran of the Navy Air Corps. Dr. Miller's wife, Joan; three sons; and two daughters survive him.

Dr. Montgomery (COL '58), 75, Salt Lake City, died March 5, 2005. From 1968 until retirement in 1990, he owned Granger Veterinary Hospital in Salt Lake City. Earlier in his career, Dr. Montgomery practiced large animal medicine in Rexburg, Idaho. He was a Navy veteran of the Korean War. Dr. Montgomery is survived by his wife, Janice; seven daughters; and four sons.

Dr. Ramsay (COL '51), 84, Muncie, Ind., died July 26, 2005. From 1980 until retirement in 1990, he served as the northern district supervisor for the Indiana State Department of Health. Prior to that, Dr. Ramsay practiced large animal medicine in La Porte, Ind. Following graduation, he worked for the Department of Agriculture in Mexico. Dr. Ramsay was a life member of the Michiana VMA.

A World War II veteran, he served in the Army, receiving the Philippine Liberation and Asiatic medals. Dr. Ramsay's wife, Elaine, and three daughters survive him.

Dr. Robinson (KSU '58), 78,West Lafayette, Ind., died Aug. 6, 2005. He was professor emeritus at Purdue University. Following graduation, Dr. Robinson worked as a research scientist at the Aerospace Medical Research Laboratories in Dayton, Ohio, for 10 years. He then joined the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology in Washington, D.C, serving as chief of the Veterinary Pathology Division.

In 1974, Dr. Robinson became a member of the veterinary faculty at Purdue University. During his tenure at Purdue, he served as professor of toxicology and pathology; interim head of the Department of Veterinary Microbiology, Pathology, and Public Health; and director of the Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory for eight years.

Dr. Robinson was a diplomate and past president of the American Board of Veterinary Toxicology. He was also a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, member of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and past president of the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians. In 1967, Dr. Robinson was named AMRL Scientist of the Year. He also received the Sagamore of the Wabash Award for his service to Indiana agriculture.

A veteran of World War II and the Korean War, Dr. Robinson served both in the Navy and the Air Force. He attained the rank of lieutenant colonel in the Air Force. His many honors include the Air Force Commendation, National Defense Service, and Asiatic Pacific Campaign medals. Dr. Robinson's wife, Mimi, and four sons survive him.

Dr. Watchorn (KSU '53), 82, Sun City West, Ariz., died July 5, 2005. Prior to retirement in 1988, he worked for the Department of Agriculture. Earlier in his career, Dr. Watchorn owned a practice in Hooper and Dodge, both in Nebraska. He was a member of the Kansas VMA, Nebraska VMA, and the National Association of Federal Veterinarians. Dr. Watchorn's wife, Mary Ann, and a son survive him. Memorials may be made to the Masonic-Eastern Star Home for Children, P.O. Box 156, Fremont, NE 68026.

Dr. Winokur (MID '44), 85, Wilmette, Ill., died Feb. 22, 2005.

Dr. Wise (MSU '43), 83, Tucson, Ariz., died July 16, 2005. Prior to retirement in 1975, he was associate administrator of the Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. Following graduation, Dr. Wise served in the Army Veterinary Corps during World War II. He then practiced in Grand Rapids, Mich., for two years.

During his career with the USDA, which began in 1949, Dr. Wise also served as assistant veterinarian-in-charge in New Jersey, Ohio, and California; chief staff veterinarian of hog cholera eradication; senior staff veterinarian of swine diseases; deputy administrator of consumer and marketing service; and deputy administrator of the Agricultural Research Service.

A diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine, he authored the government report "Hog cholera and its eradication: A review of U.S. experience," and co-authored the book "Attacking Animal diseases: Concepts and Strategies for Control and Eradication." Dr. Wise received the USDA Distinguished Service Award upon his retirement. His wife, Jeanne; two sons; and a daughter survive him. Memorials may be made to the Lowell Area Arts Council, 149 S. Hudson, P.O. Box 53, Lowell, MI 49331.

Dr. Wiseman (OSU '51), 79, Chillicothe, Ohio, died June 28, 2005. Prior to retirement in 1984, he worked for the Department of Agriculture as area veterinarian-in-charge in south-central Ohio. During his career with the USDA, Dr. Wiseman was assigned to help eradicate foot-and-mouth disease in England.

A World War II veteran, he served in the Navy, receiving the American Area, Philippine Liberation, Asiatic Pacific Area 1 Star, and World War II Victory ribbons. Dr. Wiseman's wife, Olive; three daughters; and a son survive him. Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church, Belleview Ave., Chillicothe, OH 45601; Cincinnati Zoo, 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, OH 45220; or Ross County Conservation League, 427 Brown Hollow Road, Chillicothe, OH 45601.

Dr. Wittich (OSU '58), 78, Mount Sterling, Ohio, died March 14, 2005. Prior to retirement, he was an instructor in the Department of Veterinary Preventive Medicine at The Ohio State University for 30 years. Dr. Wittich also served as the chief veterinarian for the Ohio Department of Corrections. Earlier in his career, he was an area veterinarian for the Ohio Department of Agriculture. Dr. Wittich's wife, Marjorie; a daughter; and a son survive him.