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Christian Messa Estate of UTMB alumnus establishes
distinguished professorship, presidential scholarships GALVESTON, Texas — The estate of Dr. Lemuel M. Flanary Jr. has contributed $345,000 to establish scholarships for exemplary medical students and a distinguished professorship for outstanding faculty at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. Flanary, a 1944 UTMB School of Medicine graduate, died in 2003 at the age of 84. A $244,000 contribution from Flanary’s estate went toward the establishment of the Suzanne Brown Logan Endowed Distinguished Professorship in Teaching Excellence in the university’s School of Medicine. The endowed faculty position is named in memory of Flanary’s mother. He once remarked that his mother was largely responsible for his successes in life. “As a single parent she was able to raise, educate and instill strong moral values in my development,” Flanary said. “All that I am is the direct result of her love, devotion and faith in me.” Flanary’s estate also gave $101,000 to establish the Wes and Leona Anthony Endowed Presidential Scholarships. Created in memory of the parents of Flanary’s former wife, Louise, the scholarships will offset recipients’ tuition, fees, and book and living expenses to expand educational opportunities for future generations of UTMB medical students. Presidential scholarships are among the most prestigious of the university’s scholarship endowments. Dr. Valerie S. Parisi, the School of Medicine dean, said the contributions will significantly benefit the school’s students and faculty. “The generosity of the Flanary family will allow the School of Medicine to create a vibrant learning environment for both students and faculty who strive for educational excellence,” Parisi said. After graduating from UTMB, Flanary served as a captain in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was stationed in San Pedro, Calif., where he cared for sick and wounded soldiers returning from the Pacific Theater. After the war Flanary practiced ophthalmology for 40 years in the Houston Heights area. He was one of the principal physicians of the Heights Eye Clinic prior to his retirement. Flanary was also a former chief of staff at Heights Hospital and president of the Harris County Medical Society. A staunch supporter of UTMB, Flanary gave to such programs and initiatives as the Alumni Association Homecoming Fund, School of Medicine Annual Fund and Lee Hage Jamail Student Center. The longtime resident of Houston and Ruidoso, N.M., was a life member of the UTMB Alumni Association and member of the university’s Heritage Council. UTMB President John D. Stobo said the Flanary endowments will be strong investments in the future of health care. “The Suzanne Brown Logan Endowed Distinguished Professorship and the Wes and Leona Anthony Endowed Presidential Scholarships will help UTMB continue to make great strides in medical education by rewarding distinction in both teaching and learning.” UTMB |
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