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Richard Ullman Obituary
At his death, he was owner and chairman of BeneCardcq Services, Inc., the prescription benefit management firm he founded.
A graduate of Brooklyn College of Pharmacy, Mr. Ullman began his career at Preakness Pharmacy in his hometown. He was a key figure in the early days of the pharmaceutical benefits management industry, first as president of Paid Prescriptions which would later become part of Medco Health and then as founder, in 1978, of National Prescription Administrators in Wayne.
As drug costs rose, public employee unions and government agencies hired NPA to manage their prescription plans. Mr. Ullman built that company into a half-billion-dollar enterprise. The privately held NPA was acquired by Express Scripts Inc. in 2002.
Mr. Ullman hired Doug Forrester, who had been state director of pensions in the Kean administration, to run an affiliated company, which Forrester renamed BeneCard. Through his partnership with Mr. Ullman, Forrester, a Republican, acquired wealth and name recognition, making possible a political career that included unsuccessful campaigns for U.S. Senate in 2002 and governor in 2005. Forrester is no longer associated with the privately held BeneCard Services, which is based in Orlando, Fla., and has offices in Clifton, Lawrenceville and Mechanicsburg, Pa.
Mr. Ullman, who moved to Windermere, Fla., five years ago, scaled back his activity at the company earlier this year, said Drew Crawford, president and CEO of BeneCard PBF, the company's prescription benefit facilitator.
"Richard developed so many innovations in our industry that are in use today," Crawford said. "I competed against him [at Caremark] for several years and he will be sorely missed not only by the participants in the industry, but by our plan sponsors and their members as well."
Mr. Ullman is survived by his wife, Barbara; his children, Kenneth of Naples, Fla., Richard A. of Franklin Lakes and Jennifer Royall of Dallas; two sisters, one brother brother; and seven grandchildren.
Services are at 10:30 a.m. today tues at Preakness Reformed Church in Wayne. Arrangements are by Vander May Wayne Colonial Funeral Home, Wayne.
E-mail: [email protected]
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Marcin Majkowski
February 9, 2025
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Paul Manner
September 26, 2023
Richard was the CEO at NPA and he was an incredible businessman and inspiring leader. He made a big impression on me. Two of his kids worked for him at NPA and I lost track of them over the years. RIP Sir!
Paul Manner
December 11, 2014
Richard was a visionary in the PBM inustry and was way ahead of his time. Working for him was both a pleasure and an experience and apologize for my late comments. Some where in heaven Richard Is driving an antique car and directing traffic!
Rest in peace
October 9, 2011
I just heard about the passing of Richard Ullman. So sorry to hear about this. I worked for NPA for 10 years and Mr. Ullman truly was a genuinely nice man. He always had a smile on his face and was a very generous man! I am truly saddened to hear about this.
Maria Pelosi, West Orange, NJ
Kathy Siano
October 8, 2011
I just heard. So sorry to hear this. I worked for Mr. Ullman for 14 years at NPA. My deepest condolences to his family.
Marlene Lubinger
October 8, 2011
My heartfelt sympathy to the Ullman FAmily. Dick was truly one-of-a-kind and the world is a better place because of him. You are in my prayers.
October 7, 2011
May God continue to bless the Ullman family, Richard was an incredible man and employer I worked for nine yrs and he was very generous to his employees I have never met anyone like him
Gretchen Anne Ullman
October 7, 2011
I am Richard O. Ullman's SISTER and the youngest of four children from beautiful, smart, courgeous parents. I LOVE MY family dearly. First and foremost, my parents and since my brother DICK was my best friend, playmate and later in life "my rock" it will never go away. He was the GodFather to my SON, Richard (Ricky) who passed in his 20's. They have not passed through the light yet...but they will, now that they are together...in conference. GOD BLESS THEM...
Gretchen Anne (Ullman)~ http://IvoryPearlMusic.com ~
BARBARA & GERALD MCENTEE
October 7, 2011
RICHARD WAS VERY SPECIAL TO OUR FAMILY. WE ALL LOVED HIM AND HE WILL BE MISSED.
HE HAS TOUCHED US ALL.
OUR SYMPATHY TO BARBARA AND THE FAMILY.
THE MCENTEE FAMILY
KJ Richards
October 6, 2011
We will greatly miss Mr. Ullman's voice and his love of Kettle Chips. Team 11, Columbus, OH
Darlene Mowatt
October 6, 2011
My deepest symphathy goes out to the Ullman family...I was a long time employee with NPA. Richard was good man and a great boss too work for. He will never be forgotten. Best company to have ever worked. Darlene Mowatt (Irvington, NJ)
Leslie Caprino
October 6, 2011
My sincere sympathy to your family at this time. I worked at NPA for many many years and I learned so much from Mr. Ullman. I will never forget what a kind, friendly and caring man he was, he always went out of his way to say hello to me and that was something I will never forget. My god bless you all at this time.
wandaliz muniz
October 5, 2011
My condolences goes to the Ullman family.. I was a employee in NPA for 7 years..Mr. Richard Ullman was a good man and a good boss!! RIP
Tracy Pearson
October 5, 2011
I was so sad to hear of Richard's passing. I wish the Ullman family peace during this time of mourning. I will never forget his kindness and generosity. May god bless you all and I will keep you in my prayers.
Debbie Zellars
October 5, 2011
My deepest condolences and prayers go out to the Ullman Family. I was an employee at NPA he was a good man and a great boss; Mr Ullman was the "BEST EMPLOYER" anyone could've ever had. Debbie Zellars [East Orange, NJ]
marcia moran
October 4, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Ullman family. Dick has been a special friend to my family for a long time. When my mother was sick he called everyone of my brothers and sister. He will always hold a special place in our heart.
Marisol Esquilin
October 4, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this heartbreaking time. There's nothing I can say that will ease your pain but I just wanted you to know I am thinking of you. My deepest condolences. He was not only the kind of man people wanted to be, he was the kind of man people would be proud to be... Mr. Ullman it was an honor to work for you at NVA.
I will never forget your smile!
Jennifer Chirico
October 3, 2011
My condolences to the Ullman Family. I was sadden to hear of your loss. Richard was a good man and a great boss. He will be missed.
Alan and Ann Keller
October 3, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to you Barbara and the entire family in this terribly sad time.
October 3, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathy, I will always remember Uncle Pic and Uncle Dickie and my Dad, Roger at the beefstake barbeques at Greenwood Lake. The tales of fishing,apple picking. cars, etc.Lots of laughter and good times long ago. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Gretchen A. Laauwe (Oakridge,NJ)
Barbara Laauwe-Kinney
October 3, 2011
I am deeply sad to hear of Richard's passing away. As a long time friend of my father, Harold Laauwe, we loved to hear all the funny stories "dicky" would tell us about the times growing up "playing" in the apple orchard. I'm so sorry for your loss. Accept my deepest sincere sympathy.
Bud Mayo
October 3, 2011
Barbara,Ken and Richard,
I am deeply saddend at hearing the news of Richard's passing. He will be in my thoughts and prayers, as will you all, and remembered for the truly caring and generous man he was.
Bud Mayo
October 3, 2011
Accept my sincere sympathy for you loss you father was a great person.
Luz Lora,Clifton New Jersey.
Kathy Marchioni
October 2, 2011
Please accept my sympathy as to Richard's passing.Some of my fondest memories are of working at NPA .Richard was a one of a kind boss.I remember him shaking my hand and asking how things were often. Kathy Marchioni
Nichelle Chivis
October 2, 2011
I am sorry for your loss. I met and worked with Richard years ago in NJ and PA. God Bless You!
Charles & Ruth Anderson
October 2, 2011
Dear Erika, Artie, Gretchen, and Family
Though we have not been in touch for many years, Dick was a great friend and our Best Man. We are sorry to hear of his passing.
Charlie & Ruth Anderson
Bob Sanger
October 2, 2011
I was deeply saddened to hear about Richard's passing as a former NPA employee. He knew just about everyone by their first name. Regards to all of his family and my fellow co-workers, Kenny, Richard Jr. and Jennifer.
October 2, 2011
Dear Barbara, will never forget the first time we met Richard. A hurricane and Richard changing his plans to come over to help his new Windermere neighbor's with chain saw in hand! With all our love, Audrey and John
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