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Dr. Henry Menard
1941 2020

Dr. Henry Menard

February 20, 1941 — May 2, 2020

Raymond H. Menard, 79, was the son of Alfred U. Menard, who was a former speaker of the House of Rhode Island and a local funeral director, and his mother was Flora Lessard. He was the husband of Michelle Menard.

He was born in Providence, Rhode Island and grew up in a small town called Manville in the northeast corner of the state.

Dr. Raymond Menard was very proud of all of his accomplishments.

As for his professional education, he was:

-New York University Graduate, School of Public and Business Administration, 30 credits in business and health administration, with emphasis in accounting. 1981 – 1982.
-National Institutes of Health, Postdoctoral Fellow, 1971 – 1974.
-University of Rhode Island Doctoral Degree in Biochemistry, 1971.

His professional experience included:

-He was Vice President at the Garden State Cancer Center from 1983 – 2011. Established administrative, fiscal, and laboratory operations of GSCC's research program. His responsibilities included institutional planning and development; establishment of government liaison activities with federal program directors and auditors; implementation of policies for compliance with federal research and audit regulations; directing activities associated with business services, investments, and personnel. Reported to President and Board of Trustees.

-He was the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center's Administrator from 1980 – 1983. Developed for MSKCC's Division of Research Resource Management/Office of Sponsored Programs funding strategies for continued growth of MSKCC's $50 million government and private-sponsored research program. Independently organized, developed, and managed $5 million research program for MSKCC's Department of Surgery. Reported to Vice President and department Chairman.

-He was Administrative Consultant for the World Health Organization from 1979 – 1980. Instituted and implemented research management policies for Pan-American associated research centers, resulting in improved directives, planning and research programs. Reported to Director.
-He was a Staff Scientist for the National Institutes of Health from 1976 – 1979. Projected, planned, and conducted research projects. Coordinated and motivated colleagues in collaborative effort and oversaw expansion of national programs. Advisor to EPA, NIOSH, AFL-CIO and WHO. Directed assignments of professional and non-professional staff.

-He was the Brown Medical School/R.I. Hospital's Senior Scientist from 1974 – 1976. Responsible for planning, budgeting, and management of government and corporate-sponsored grants and contracts; principal investigator on NIH award. Lectured to undergraduate and graduate students.

-He presented Seminars; invited speaker at international and national symposiums, meetings, and conferences; chaired national meetings; lectured to students and professionals; and authored/co-authored over 40 publications. Grant consultant to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Kriser Lung Cancer Foundation (NY), and St. Vincent's Medical Center (NY).

Raymond Menard was a very loved and respected man that inspired so many with his determination and strength.
Raymond was battling with Parkinson's Disease for over 20 years, making him one of the few who surpasses the life expectancy for a Parkinson's patient. This was thanks to his devotion on following a strict regimen of stretches and workouts for many years until his last moments, as well as thanks to his friends, doctors and nurses. Also thanks to the unconditional love and support received from his wife. "Love is the most powerful force on earth." "Love is truly miraculous."

Besides his wife, he leaves three daughters; Hally Torres, Tracy Coppola, and Danielle Menard; four grandchildren; his younger brother, Robert Menard; and younger sister, Dorothy Menard. He was preceded in death by his older brother, Alfred Menard.

Raymond Menard died peacefully at his home on Saturday, May 2, 2020 at 7:25 p.m. The day before his passing, he received the Lord in his life and heart in a very inspiring demonstration of love and acceptance, and now he is sitting at His table, able to eat from the banquet prepared just for him.

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