Name: Visitation for Dr. Roland William Gray
Start: 2018-10-12T17:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-10-12T18:30:00.000Z
Location: St. George's Episcopal Church

Dr. Roland William Gray

Nashville - On Saturday, October 8, 2018 Dr. Roland William Gray, loving husband and father of three children, passed away at the age of 71. Dr. Gray is preceded in death by his parents William and Margaret Gray. He graduated from Maplewood High School in 1965 and from Vanderbilt University in 1969. Roland received his medical degree from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Memphis. Dr. Gray was married to Diane Ward for 49 years, raising two sons, Dr. Will Gray (Sylvie) and Dr. Andrew Gray (Rocio Alejo), and a daughter, Camilla. Roland is also survived by six grandchildren and his twin brother, Roger Gray (Sherri). For over twenty years Dr. Gray practiced Pediatrics in Donelson, Tennessee. and went on to train and receive certification in addiction medicine. He focused on physician health issues through the Tennessee Medical Foundation where he served as Medical Director of the Foundation's Physician Health Program for 15 years. He also volunteered as Medical Director at Renewal House, a long term treatment facility for low income women with children. Since 1996 Dr. Gray has served as the volunteer Medical Director of the Davidson County Drug Court and President of the Davidson County Drug Court Support Foundation.

During his career Roland received the following awards and honors; Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics 1978; Mary Catherine Strobel Award, Nominee, Renewal House 1999, 2014, 2016; Community Resource Center, Volunteer of the Week 1999; Tennessee Volunteer Hero, Council of Community Service 2001; Visiting Professor of Medicine, Universidad San Francisco De Quito, College of Health Sciences 2002; Speaker, White Coat Ceremony, Universidad San Francisco, De Quito, College of Health Sciences 2002; Fellow, American Society of Addiction Medicine 2003; John P. Mulloy, Jr. Community Service Award 2005; Tennessee Department of Health Outstanding Service Award 2015; Tennessee Society of Addiction Medicine Lifetime Achievement Award 2016 and in that same year was selected by the Tennessee Medical Association as its Outstanding Physician of the Year.

Dr. Gray had many interests, particularly in the areas of Physician Wellness, Prescription Drug abuse, and Pediatrics. His articles were published in numerous journals including "Tennessee Medicine", "Nashville Medical News", and the "Tennessee Bar Journal."

Dr. Gray traveled throughout the world during his professional career, dedicating his time and energies to helping others in need. His life and legacy will always be remembered through his work.

Visitation with the family will be held at St. George's Episcopal Church, 4715 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205, Friday, October 12th, 2018 from 12 PM until 1:30 PM at which time a Celebration of Life Service will be conducted. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Tennessee Medical Foundation, The Davidson County Drug Court Foundation, Renewal House Nashville or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by Spring Hill Funeral Home and Cemetery, A Nashville landmark since 1785 "Where Nashville Comes to Remember"

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Published by Tennessean on Oct. 11, 2018.

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October 15, 2018

Roland functioned as the "Doctors' Doctor" as Medical Director of the TMF. He was an inspiration to many and a very influential leader in physician health. Roland was the poster child for EQUANIMITY, the composed gentle man at all times. He was a great role model for many. Lynn Hankes, MD

Charles Meredith

October 15, 2018

As a young member in the Federations of State Physician Health Programs, I got to work with Dr. Gray and admired his grace, measured demeanor, and humility. I recall to this day the persuasive effect those qualities and his understated nature had on the leadership at ABMS during a meeting when he was advocating for fair and open treatment of recovering physicians. A great loss for us all.

Larry Whitlock

October 12, 2018

I was a classmate of Roland in Med school. He was a wonderful man. Funny, smart and above all caring. I saw him occasionally through the years and he never changed. The world lost a good man and we were all better from having him as a friend

Viola Miller

October 12, 2018

For serveral years I had the privilege of working closely with Dr Gray at Renewal House. His commitment and dedication to this work was an inspiration He was a kind and gentle soul who brought incredible skill and knowledge to his work. May his family find joy in his memory and may he rest in eternal peace.

Heidi D Weaver Young

October 11, 2018

I am so devastated by Dr Gray's passing and I am so sorry for your loss When my kids were little I used to take them to the Children's Clinic in Donelson for many years and I certainly remember Dr Gray very well I always used to say hello to him and I just wanted to send my condolences to his family and may the love of Jesus comfort each and everyone through this difficult time

From the Staff of Spring Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery.

October 11, 2018

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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