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ELIZABETH CUSTER
Obituary
CUSTER--Elizabeth.
October 1, 1910-March 1, 2015. The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation, formerly the National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression (NARSAD), mourns the passing of Elizabeth "Betts" Hawkins Custer, a prominent supporter of research in mental health and of our organization since its inception. Mrs. Custer and her late husband, Rear Admiral Ben Scott Custer (USN retired) were early leaders in the cause of improving life and prospects for people suffering from mental illness. She moved from her leadership in facilitating patient support at the New York State Psychiatric Institute which had begun in 1970, to playing a key role in forming the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill in 1979. She participated in the formation of the New York State Chapter of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) and served on its board of directors and committees until her retirement from these responsibilities at the age of 100 in 2010. She worked closely with the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation from its formation in 1987. Her leadership was honored by this organization on the occasion of her 100th birthday with an award presented at the Annual Gala Research Awards Dinner. This Lifetime Achievement Award was presented by Dr. Herbert Pardes, President of the organization's Scientific Council. Her dedication and persuasive leadership did not stop when she passed her 100th birthday. She continued as a supporter and guide until her death at 104. We recognize that she enhanced the lives of many through her work for Brain & Behavior Research Foundation and have the deepest gratitude to her and to her children who supported her efforts. Jeffrey Borenstein, M.D., President Herbert A. Pardes, M.D., President of the Scientific Council Constance E. Lieber, President Emerita Stephen A. Lieber, Chairman of the Board
ELIZABETH CUSTER
Obituary
CUSTER--Elizabeth.
October 1, 1910-March 1, 2015. The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation, formerly the National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression (NARSAD), mourns the passing of Elizabeth "Betts" Hawkins Custer, a prominent supporter of research in mental health and of our organization since its inception. Mrs. Custer and her late husband, Rear Admiral Ben Scott Custer (USN retired) were early leaders in the cause of improving life and prospects for people suffering from mental illness. She moved from her leadership in facilitating patient support at the New York State Psychiatric Institute which had begun in 1970, to playing a key role in forming the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill in 1979. She participated in the formation of the New York State Chapter of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) and served on its board of directors and committees until her retirement from these responsibilities at the age of 100 in 2010. She worked closely with the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation from its formation in 1987. Her leadership was honored by this organization on the occasion of her 100th birthday with an award presented at the Annual Gala Research Awards Dinner. This Lifetime Achievement Award was presented by Dr. Herbert Pardes, President of the organization's Scientific Council. Her dedication and persuasive leadership did not stop when she passed her 100th birthday. She continued as a supporter and guide until her death at 104. We recognize that she enhanced the lives of many through her work for Brain & Behavior Research Foundation and have the deepest gratitude to her and to her children who supported her efforts. Jeffrey Borenstein, M.D., President Herbert A. Pardes, M.D., President of the Scientific Council Constance E. Lieber, President Emerita Stephen A. Lieber, Chairman of the Board
From: John M. Taylor Funeral Home, Inc.
ELIZABETH CUSTER
Obituary
CUSTER--Elizabeth.
October 1, 1910-March 1, 2015. The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation, formerly the National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression (NARSAD), mourns the passing of Elizabeth "Betts" Hawkins Custer, a prominent supporter of research in mental health and of our organization since its inception. Mrs. Custer and her late husband, Rear Admiral Ben Scott Custer (USN retired) were early leaders in the cause of improving life and prospects for people suffering from mental illness. She moved from her leadership in facilitating patient support at the New York State Psychiatric Institute which had begun in 1970, to playing a key role in forming the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill in 1979. She participated in the formation of the New York State Chapter of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) and served on its board of directors and committees until her retirement from these responsibilities at the age of 100 in 2010. She worked closely with the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation from its formation in 1987. Her leadership was honored by this organization on the occasion of her 100th birthday with an award presented at the Annual Gala Research Awards Dinner. This Lifetime Achievement Award was presented by Dr. Herbert Pardes, President of the organization's Scientific Council. Her dedication and persuasive leadership did not stop when she passed her 100th birthday. She continued as a supporter and guide until her death at 104. We recognize that she enhanced the lives of many through her work for Brain & Behavior Research Foundation and have the deepest gratitude to her and to her children who supported her efforts. Jeffrey Borenstein, M.D., President Herbert A. Pardes, M.D., President of the Scientific Council Constance E. Lieber, President Emerita Stephen A. Lieber, Chairman of the Board
ELIZABETH CUSTER
Obituary
CUSTER--Elizabeth.
October 1, 1910-March 1, 2015. The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation, formerly the National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression (NARSAD), mourns the passing of Elizabeth "Betts" Hawkins Custer, a prominent supporter of research in mental health and of our organization since its inception. Mrs. Custer and her late husband, Rear Admiral Ben Scott Custer (USN retired) were early leaders in the cause of improving life and prospects for people suffering from mental illness. She moved from her leadership in facilitating patient support at the New York State Psychiatric Institute which had begun in 1970, to playing a key role in forming the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill in 1979. She participated in the formation of the New York State Chapter of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) and served on its board of directors and committees until her retirement from these responsibilities at the age of 100 in 2010. She worked closely with the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation from its formation in 1987. Her leadership was honored by this organization on the occasion of her 100th birthday with an award presented at the Annual Gala Research Awards Dinner. This Lifetime Achievement Award was presented by Dr. Herbert Pardes, President of the organization's Scientific Council. Her dedication and persuasive leadership did not stop when she passed her 100th birthday. She continued as a supporter and guide until her death at 104. We recognize that she enhanced the lives of many through her work for Brain & Behavior Research Foundation and have the deepest gratitude to her and to her children who supported her efforts. Jeffrey Borenstein, M.D., President Herbert A. Pardes, M.D., President of the Scientific Council Constance E. Lieber, President Emerita Stephen A. Lieber, Chairman of the Board
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