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In Memoriam

Robert W. Wilmott, M.D.: 1948-2024

Former dean of the Saint Louis University School of Medicine and vice president of medical affairs

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Robert William Wilmott, M.D., former dean of the Saint Louis University School of Medicine and vice president of medical affairs from 2019 to 2021, died Sunday, May 19, 2024, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Wilmott lived an accomplished and full life as a distinguished pediatrician, professor, researcher, and university administrator, and as a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He led SLU School of Medicine and SLUCare medical practice through the turbulent first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, punctuating a long career that included serving at the helm of SLU’s Department of Pediatrics for 17 years.

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Kenneth Rupert Smith, M.D.: 1932-2024

Former chairman of the Department of Neurosurgery

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Kenneth Rupert Smith, M.D., a neurosurgeon at Saint Louis University, died on May 21, 2024. Smith was a giant in his field of work as well as a loving husband to his wife, Marjorie, of almost 68 years, seven children, one of which died in 1991, and 12 grandchildren.

Smith established the Department of Neurosurgery at Saint Louis University in 1966 and headed the department until 2002. He continued his surgical practice until his retirement in 2004 and volunteered at various medical clinics, in the city, in rural areas and in Africa.

In remembrance of our colleagues who have passed away. The following notices of deaths were received from Oct. 1, 2023, to May 13, 2024: