With sadness, Loma Linda University Health announces that R. Bruce Wilcox, PhD, died July 29 after serving the institution for 51 years.
The professor of biochemistry will be remembered for his significant contributions to the School of Medicine, according to Roger Hadley, MD, dean.
After joining the faculty of the School of Medicine in 1965, Wilcox filled administrative posts in the department of biochemistry, including three years as executive secretary and 10 years as chair. Under his leadership, the number of faculty in the department doubled.
“Both as a teacher and administrator, Dr. Wilcox had a strong influence on the development of the School of Medicine’s curriculum and the shaping of its basic sciences programs,” Hadley says.
Wilcox was a member of the school’s curriculum committee and an active voice for the issues and concerns of basic sciences in education. He also represented the School of Medicine and department of biochemistry on the university academic affairs committee.
In 1989, Wilcox became the first chair of the interschool faculty advisory council, the faculty governance body of Loma Linda University.
In recognition of his commitment and steadfast service, Wilcox was the recipient of the University Distinguished Service Award in 2000, honoring “his contributions — characterized always by excellence — in teaching, research and administration.”
A memorial service will be held Friday, Aug. 12, at 2 p.m. at Loma Linda University Church. Those who are unable to attend and would like to send a note to the family can address it to:
Deanna Wilcox and Lisa Butler
1698 Rose Ave.
Beaumont, CA 92223
In lieu of flowers, the family invites donations to the LLU School of Medicine general scholarship fund. Donations can be sent to:
Office of Philanthropy - Gift Records
Attn: Regina Joseph
P.O. Box 2000
Loma Linda, CA 92354