Mr. Avedisian’s gift was inspired by his love and respect for his sister, Zvart Avedisian Onanian. Due to financial barriers, Mrs. Onanian’s dream of earning a degree in nursing was never realized. Those barriers, however, did not prevent her from becoming a licensed practical nurse and, subsequently, working for Pawtucket Memorial Hospital.
Mr. Avedisian’s gift was inspired by his love and respect for his sister, Zvart Avedisian Onanian. Due to financial barriers, Mrs. Onanian’s dream of earning a degree in nursing was never realized. Those barriers, however, did not prevent her from becoming a licensed practical nurse and, subsequently, working for Pawtucket Memorial Hospital.