The South Eastern Trust is delighted to learn that former Ward Manager, Ray Kendall, has been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours List with the award of a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE).
Ray dedicated many years of service to Health and Social Care and was widely respected for his leadership, professionalism and commitment to patient care.
Throughout his career with the South Eastern Trust, Ray made a lasting impact on patients, families and colleagues.
South Eastern Trust, Chief Executive, Roisin Coulter, congratulated Ray on his award and said, “I am absolutely delighted that Ray has been recognised with an MBE in the King’s New Year Honours. This honour is very much deserved and reflects the positive difference Ray made to the lives of patients and to colleagues across the Trust. The Trust congratulates Ray on this remarkable achievement.”
Director of Unscheduled Care, Medicine & Cancer Services, Marc Neil added, “I would like to congratulate Ray on being awarded an MBE. Ray’s commitment, leadership and compassion throughout his career as a Ward Manager have had a lasting impact on patients, colleagues and services across the Trust. Ray made a particular impact on the care of older people when in hospital and we are grateful for the legacy he has left in the services we now provide.
“This award is richly deserved and reflects the respect and admiration in which Ray is held by everyone who had the privilege of working with him.”