Bayshore Pharmacy was honored as the Business of the Month at the last meeting of the Mayor and Council, with Mayor Lori Hohenleitner presenting the certificate to Richard and Jill Stryker, second generation family owners of the popular pharmacy.
The pharmacy is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, and Hohenleitner congratulated the owners for excellence, community involvement and the role they play in the community and for its residents. Bayshore Pharmacy
The Pharmacy was opened in 1964 at the Bayshore Shopping Center where it continues to be a successful and needed business. However, its original location was at the other side of Food Town supermarket, where Salt Water Liquors is now located. Bayshore Pharmacy
It moved again to the end of Foodtown and then once again in 1997 to its present location further down the northern end of the plaza. Bayshore Pharmacy
The firm was started in June 1964 by Rich Stryker and Joseph McDonald. Stryker purchased it 1997 when McDonald retired; he became partners with Scott Eagelton who purchased his partnership from Stryker’s father, former Mayor Richard C. Stryker in 1992.
Currently the pharmacy employees 18 local residents, along with the second generation Stryker and two other pharmacists. It is best known for offering point of care testing to include strep throat, flu and covid testing, vaccination appointments which are open daily for Pneumonia (Prevnar 20), Shingles, Meningitis and TDAP (Whooping Cough, Tetanus & Diphtheria), home delivery, excellent service and a gift shop regarded as one of the finest in Monmouth County.
The Stryker family is planning a 60th anniversary celebration at the Pharmacy on Saturday, June 8 with Mayor Hohenleitner heading a ribbon cutting ceremony at noon. Giveaways and store specials will be offered. The Atlantic Highlands 6th Grade Parents will also be selling hot dogs and water to raise funds for the 6th grade trip. Bayshore Pharmacy
“Sixty years in business is quite an accomplishment and we thank our community for their continued support over six decades,” said Styker, son of the founder. “ We know you have a choice for your healthcare and we are grateful to be a part of your wellness.”
Former Mayor and Mrs. Pat Stryker will be present for the June 8 ceremonies.
