A Moment of Silence for William E. Litterer

By Terry Yochum

Dr. Litterer, 45 years in practice, was named the "Chiropractor of the Year" in 1969 by the New Jersey Chiropractic Society.

Dr. William E. Litterer, a dedicated husband, father and chiropractor, died suddenly on November 3, 1998.

Dr. Litterer practiced clinical chiropractic for 45 years in Elizabeth, New Jersey, providing outstanding patient care while tirelessly serving his colleagues in various leadership roles.

Dr. Litterer began his chiropractic education at Palmer School of Chiropractic and earned his degree from PSC in 1953. He acquired his diplomate from the American Chiropractic Board of Radiology in 1978 after completing postgraduate courses in radiology through National College of Chiropractic. Dr. Litterer's praiseworthy efforts to further his education continued as he obtained a master of science in biology from the University of Bridgeport and acquired diplomate status from the American Board of Chiropractic Consultants.

Dr. Litterer served the profession in many different capacities: as an author of numerous scientific articles; a review board member for the Journal of the American Chiropractic Association; and as a consultant to many in the insurance and x-ray industries. He was voted "Chiropractor of the Year" in 1969 by the New Jersey Chiropractic Society and was an adjunct faculty member of the New York Chiropractic College.

Dr. Litterer's tireless efforts on behalf of the American Chiropractic College of Radiology will always be remembered. He served as the ACCR's secretary-treasurer from 1979 to 1994, where he and other distinguished individuals in the college were instrumental in establishing and maintaining the positive direction of its membership.

Dr. Litterer is survived by Shirley, his wife of 46 years; four sons; and a daughter, Sue, who now assumes the daunting task of continuing the legacy of chiropractic excellence begun by her father. Dr. Litterer's matchless efforts on behalf of this profession; his dedication to his patients and family; and most of all, his friendship, will be sorely missed by his colleagues, close friends and loved ones.