In Memoriam: William A. Peck, M.D.

[Alana Stewart]

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of William “Bill” A. Peck, MD on Wednesday, February 22 at his home in St. Louis, Missouri, USA. Dr. Peck was a founder of the ASBMR and a pioneer in the bone and mineral field—making seminal contributions to bone biology and osteoporosis at a time when the field was still in its infancy. 

To read more about Dr. Peck’s prominent career, click here.

Please join us in recognizing Dr. Peck’s contributions by leaving a note or sharing a memory. Memorial contributions made to the Peck Scholars Program at the School of Medicine: Washington University c/o Advancement Services; MSC 1082-144-2555; 1 Brookings Drive, St. Louis, MO 63130.

[Steven Teitelbaum]

Bill was not only a great dean but also a personal mentor to me. We were department chairmen at Jewish Hospital together and he taught me how to lead within the context of a hospital and university. We remained close friends over the years and I continued to follow the great contributions he made to our university.  He leaves a great legacy. 

Steve Teitelbaum

[Paul MIller]

Bill Peck was one of my mentors at Strong Memorial hospital where I followed in his giant footsteps as a Chief Resident. Bill was a great thinker and generous human being who impacted many young careers with enthusiasm and devotion. He will be missed but remembered.

Paul D. Miller, M.D. HDSc (honorary) 

[Sevgi Rodan]

Bill Peck was a wonderful supporter of my husband, Gideon, and me when we started our research in isolated bone cells.  50 years ago, at that time, bone tissue was studied almost exclusively histologically.  My husband and I first met him at a "Bones and Teeth" Gordon conference in 1972.  He then invited us to Rochester, NY where he was on the faculty thus starting a wonderful scientific and personal relationship.  I send my condolences to his wife Pat.  

Sevgi Rodan

[T. John Martin]

Bill Peck was so very generous and helpful to me over many years. I met him first when I visited him in Rochester in 1957, when he was engaged first in growing cells from bone. He taught us how to combine high class clinical work with a deep understanding and participation in basic science, then led a remarkable life as an administrator. A good friend.

T John (Jack) Martin

[Paula Stern]

Bill Peck was a scientific role model for me when I was a postdoc at the University of Rochester beginning to learn about bone.  Some years later I followed him as ASBMR president and had the pleasure of working together with him to fulfill his vision of having ASBMR establish a foundation to combat osteoporosis through advocacy, education and research.  I am in awe of his accomplishments in life and saddened by his passing.

Paula Stern

[ROBERTO PACIFICI]

Bill Peck was one of my mentors at the Jewish Hospital of St. Louis during my fellowship. I learned a lot from him about science and academia.  He supported me in many ways during my tenure in his lab. He gave me my first faculty appointment at Washington University and was instrumental to my career in the US. I will be for ever greatful for his mentorship and support.

Roberto Pacifici