In Memoriam
We honor the Brothers of the Germany Alumni Chapter who have entered Chapter Invisible — men whose achievement, service and brotherhood built the Flagship.
Alumni Spotlight
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Education in Jamaica
Dr. Palmer attended Kingston College (KC) in Jamaica during the era of segregation. Despite the challenges, he graduated with honors, demonstrating a strong commitment to education.
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Scholarship to Dillard University
After KC, he received a full scholarship to Dillard University in New Orleans, where he majored in Pre-medicine, graduating Magna Cum Laude in May 1953.
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Medical Training in Germany
Briefly studying at New York University, he then moved to Heidelberg, Germany, to enroll at Heidelberg University School of Medicine, graduating with honors in 1957 and completing his General Surgery residency in 1962.
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Medical Career
Dr. Palmer served as a staff physician at Heidelberg University Hospital for many years and later at Krankenhaus Hetzelstift, marking a distinguished career in medicine.
Family, Legacy & Dedication
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Marriage & Family
Dr. Palmer married Wanda Paula Johnson, the love of his life, in Basel, Switzerland. Together, they had one child, F. George Palmer II.
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Fraternal & Sororal Dedication
Both Dr. and Mrs. Palmer were dedicated members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, respectively, and were chartering members of these organizations in Germany.
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Continued Service
After Mrs. Palmer’s passing in 1992, Dr. Palmer remained devoted to his work with Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, staying active until his health declined.
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Consecutive years as first Polemarch
Dr. Palmer was initiated into Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity in the Beta Gamma Chapter at Dillard University in 1949 at age 16. As a chartering member of the Germany Alumni Chapter, founded on June 3, 1964, he served as its first Polemarch for 14 consecutive years. A Life Member for 56 years, Dr. Palmer received numerous awards for his exceptional service and dedication.
Legacy and Passing
After a lifetime of service, Dr. F. George Palmer passed away on September 29, 2005, in Schwetzingen, Germany. He is survived by his son, F. George Palmer II, and beloved family members, as well as a host of fraternity brothers, colleagues, and friends who cherish his memory.