Dr. Howard M. Rawnsleydied April 21st, 2012 at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC) in Hanover, NH.

Born in Long Branch, New Jersey in 1925, Howard served in the U.S. Army glider infantry from 1944-1946, graduated from Haverford College in 1949, and received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 1952. He was Professor of Pathology and Director of the William Pepper Clinical Laboratory at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. After moving to DHMC in 1975, Howard was Professor and Chairman of the Department of Pathology, finishing his career as Senior Vice President for Medical Affairs.

Howard enjoyed holding leadership roles in numerous organizations including the College of American Pathologists (CAP), the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), the American Board of Pathology, the Academy of Clinical Laboratory Physicians and Scientists, and the American Board of Medical Specialities. His contributions were honored by receiving the ASCP/CAP Joint Distinguished Service Award in 1995, which was summarized with these words, "Dr. Rawnsley's career as a physician, author, academician and volunteer continues to be enormously enriching to the field of pathology for those who practice today and those who will become the pathologists of the future."

A longtime volunteer and universal donor, Howard served as Chairman of the New England Regional Blood Services Program for the American Red Cross.

Howard is survived by his wife Eileen Fiddes Rawnsley, whom he met while volunteering on the S.S. Hope in Nicaragua, and by his daughters Virgilia Rawnsley of Philadelphia and Elizabeth Sue Rawnsley Ferguson of Royal Oaks, California. An avid tennis and squash player, he was physically active throughout his life. He and Eileen travelled extensively during their careers and into retirement. Intellectually curious, he had numerous interests including World War II history, etymology, and general science, and he embraced the latest computer technologies. He loved visiting California wineries and enjoyed tasting wines from around the world. A gentleman to all, he was a generous, caring, and loving husband and father.

He was an active member of the United Church of Christ at Dartmouth College, where he served as Deacon, Elder, and office volunteer. A memorial service will be held at his church at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to The United Church of Christ at Dartmouth College, 40 College Street, Hanover, NH 03755.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Rand-Wilson Funeral Home of Hanover, NH.