Rich A. Menke

Dr. Menke graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, Doctor of Dental Surgery, Summa Cum Laude, Loyola University Chicago, Graduate School Master of Science in Endodontics/Oral Biology and Nutrition and Kellogg School of Management, Executive Program Certificate, Northwestern University.

Dr. Menke practiced clinical dentistry for over 35 years and taught at The Ohio State University and Loyola University in Chicago for over 25 years, both clinical and core lecture courses. He was active in Columbus, State and National Dental Associations. He was a Fellow of numerous National and International Professional Organizations and was on select local service boards. He was CEO and co-founder of YourQuest® Corporate Wellness Solutions which has the Mission to find Your “Quest” to live Your Best.

While Dr. Menke was proud of his professional career, he was more proud of his family. Papa loved spending time with his family. As his children were growing up he never missed an activity and later he was a regular at the grandchildren’s events. The family vacations were a cherished tradition.

For over 46 years Rich was the beloved husband and soul mate to Joanne Lagergren. Father to Eric (Christy), Rachel (Ryan Borland) and Travis and beloved Papa to Grant, Justin, Haley, Reese, Jonas, Travis Jr. and Madison.

The family will be receiving friends at SCHOEDINGER WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 6699 N. High St., Worthington, OH., on Friday, May 1st from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm and a viewing at ST. PETER CATHOLIC CHURCH , 6899 Smokey Row Rd., Columbus, OH., on Saturday, May 2nd from 9:00 am – 10:15 am followed by a mass at 10:30 am.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Knights of Columbus of St. Peter’s 6899 Smokey Row Road, Columbus, OH., 43235 or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society 2225 City Gate Dr., Columbus, OH., 43219