Penick Collection
Title
Penick Collection
Subject
Physicians
Description
Historical note:
Dr. Richard Penick (1929-2012) moved to Jensen Beach, Florida, in 1956 and opened his practice in the old Ricou Building on Commercial Street. Recognized as the community’s first physician, he served Jensen Beach for 30 years as a dedicated family doctor. During his career, he established the area’s first ambulance service, led Florida’s first successful polio vaccination program, and contributed his time to numerous local nonprofit boards. Renowned for his clear, beautiful tenor voice, Dr. Penick frequently sang or performed in community variety shows and often took the stage as an emcee. An avid sports enthusiast, he remained active throughout his life and even competed in the Senior Olympics in his later years.
Scope note:
Collection includes photographs and newspaper clippings (chiefly undated). Also includes a brochure for the Martin Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Richard Penick (1929-2012) moved to Jensen Beach, Florida, in 1956 and opened his practice in the old Ricou Building on Commercial Street. Recognized as the community’s first physician, he served Jensen Beach for 30 years as a dedicated family doctor. During his career, he established the area’s first ambulance service, led Florida’s first successful polio vaccination program, and contributed his time to numerous local nonprofit boards. Renowned for his clear, beautiful tenor voice, Dr. Penick frequently sang or performed in community variety shows and often took the stage as an emcee. An avid sports enthusiast, he remained active throughout his life and even competed in the Senior Olympics in his later years.
Scope note:
Collection includes photographs and newspaper clippings (chiefly undated). Also includes a brochure for the Martin Memorial Hospital.
Source
Scan gift of Jacque Penick via Julie Preast.
Date
1964-2005
Contributor
Julie Preast
Language
English
Identifier
2025.040
Coverage
Florida-Jensen Beach
