Wes Trout, D.C., co-founder and director of the Living Principles Program, died on June 24, 2000, at his home following an extended illness.

Dr. Trout was born November 2, 1926 in Youngwood, Penn. He graduated in 1951 from the Palmer Chiropractic College. He then attended the New York Institute of Chiropractic for additional chiropractic studies. Trout operated a successful chiropractic practice in Northumberland, Penn. until 1990, when he retired.

Dr. Trout's private practice was based on serving the public with principled chiropractic. With his style of practice and personality, it was natural for other chiropractors to seek his knowledge. With dedication and commitment, Trout -- with the help of his wife Eleen and friends -- started the Living Principles Program in 1972.

He continued LP until 1993. His commitment was to teach chiropractic principles and how to successfully put them in practice. Dr. Trout's favorite BJ Palmer quote was, "Make a commitment for that which is right and not expedient and wash away all compromise."

Dr. Trout's symbol of life was the eagle, which he considered the symbol of integrity and tenacity and the ability to soar to higher ground. Hundreds of chiropractors throughout the world have made life-changing commitments to chiropractic and life through Dr. Trout's message and the Living Principles Program.

Among his other credits, Dr. Trout was a keynote chiropractic speaker throughout the country and Canada. He was involved in the conception of Sherman College of Chiropractic as well as the Pennsylvania College of Chiropractic. He served on the board of regents of both schools for several years. He was also a charter member of the Life Fellowship of Pennsylvania and the Susquehanna Area Council for Chiropractic Education (S.A.C.C.E.). He received numerous awards throughout his career including chiropractor of the year from the S.A.C.C.E. in 1976.

Wes was a dedicated family man as well. He married his wife Eleen on July 16, 1945. He considered her "the wind beneath his wings." They had three children, Gary Trout, D.C., Cynthia Mickelson, D.C., and Lonna Koblick.