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Haygas Boyadjian October 13, 1996 HaygasBoyadjian of Newington died Saturday at New Britain General Hospital. He was 86. Mr. Boyadjian was born in Turkey and lived in the former Soviet Union before moving to Newington 27 years ago. He was a member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church in New Britain. Mr. Boyadjian was employed by the Nutmegger House Restaurant and was a self-employed tailor. He was a member of the American Association of Retired Persons. He is survived by a daughter, Knarig Semerdjian of Newington.
GRAY, Satanik
January 13, 2010
GRAY, Satanik Satanik "Nikki" Gray, 93, died peacefully at The Reservoir in West Hartford on January 12, 2010. She was born on February 21, 1916 in Worcester, MA, the fourth child of the late Agavney (Yeranian) and Bedros Boyajian. Her family moved to Hartford and later purchased a farm in Hampton. Nikki had many fond memories of her life there, playing with her siblings and assisting her mother with chores. Her father worked in Hartford and commuted home on weekends. She formed lasting friendships with neighbors in the community and years later took her children to visit, annually.
Lusin Terdjanian May 26, 1998 Lusin Terdjanian of New Britain died Saturday at the UConn Health Center in Farmington. She was 71. Mrs. Terdjanian lived in Armenia fo 20 years and was a resident of New Britain since 1988. She attended St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church. She leaves her husband, Minas Terdjanian; two daughters, Juliet Terdjanian and Silva Terdjanian, both of New Britain; two brothers, a sister; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church. NEWS VARJABEDIAN, Anthony V. December 6, 2009 VARJABEDIAN, Anthony V. Anthony V. Varjabedian, 57, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, (December 4, 2009) at his home. He was loved by all who knew him. His gentile manner and smile were characteristic of his nature. In his years he overcame many physical and other disabilities, those challanges never stopped his independence and from being a productive member of society. He worked as a warewasher at the Holiday Inn before it became The Crown Hotel in Hartford, for nearly twenty years. NEWS Demetriou, Mae Sarkessian November 3, 1998 DEMETRIOU, Mae Sarkessian Mae Sarkessian Demetriou, of New Britain, beloved wife of Evangelo Demetriou, left her family and friends on Saturday (Oct. 31, 1998). She was a life-long member of St. Stephens Armenian Apostolic Church. Funeral services will be Today, 11 a.m., at St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church, preceded by calling hours Today, 9:30-10 a.m., at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, New Britain. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church, 167 Tremont St., New Britain, CT 06051 or to Camp Haiastan, Box C, Franklin, MA 02038. NEWS Sarkis Esoian, 73 May 9, 1998 Sarkis Esoian of Stafford Avenue, Bristol, a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, died Thursday at Bristol Hospital. He was 73. He was born in Hartford and was a longtime Bristol resident. He was formerly employed by the First National food store and later worked for Bristol Savings Bank until his retirement in 1986. Mr. Esoian was a member of St. Stephen Armenian Apostolic Church, New Britain, and served as chairman of the board for many years. He was also a past president of the West End Athletic Club in Bristol. NEWS Bagdigian, John Andrew "Andy" January 7, 2000 BAGDIGIAN, John Andrew "Andy" John Andrew "Andy" Bagdigian, 90, formerly of Avon, died Wednesday, (January 5, 2000) at Hartford Hospital. Born in New Britain, the son of the late Bagdasar and Kayane Der (Mardirossian) Bagdigian. Andy was the husband of the late Blanche (Perkins) Bagdigian. He was a member of St. George Armenian Apostolic Church and was a foreman with Pratt & Whitney for 40 years, retiring in 1978. He was well thought of and regarded by those who worked with him and for him. He was an avid fisherman and hunter and devoted to his family. NEWS Jacobs, Sadie March 19, 2003 JACOBS, Sadie Sadie Jacobs 80, of New Britain, wife of Edward S. Jacobs, died Monday, (March 17, 2003) at New Britain General Hospital. Born in New Britain, she was the daughter of the late Markar and Akabi (Matesian) Marzbanian. Sadie was a member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church, the Ladies Guild at church, and the Armenian Red Cross. In addition to her husband Edward, she is survived by a son, Edward R. Jacobs and his wife Cheryl of Windham, NH; a daughter, Darlene Evslin of West Hartford; three grandchildren, Jarah Evslin, Kim Almasian and her husband Joe, and Randy Hagopian; two great-grandchildren, Armen and Meline; and many nieces and nephews. NEWS Takoohi Sarkissian September 17, 1996 Takoohi "Queenie" Matyousian Sarkissian, formerly of Oak Street in New Britain, died Monday at a local convalescent home. She was 96. Born in Zeytun, ancient Armenia, she was a survivor of the Armenian genocide. She was helped by the American missionaries in Turkey, where she was taken into an orphanage as a cook. Later in life, she prepared meals for the Armenian congregation at the First Church of Christ where she had been a member. At the time of her death, she was a member of St. Stephens Armenian Apostolic Church, where she also prepared meals. NEWS Faulkner, Anna T. December 27, 2003 FAULKNER, Anna T. Anna Thomassian Faulkner, 64, of Windsor, died Monday, (December 22, 2003) at St. Francis Hospital. Born in France, she was the daughter of Bedros and Aghavni (Moussikian) Thomassian. She was a resident of Windsor for the past 32 years and attended St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church in New Britain. Surviving are her beloved husband, Arthur B. Faulkner Sr.; a son, Arthur B. Faulkner Jr. and his wife Beverly; a daughter, Tanya A. Faulkner, all of Windsor; a sister, Marie Sarkissian of France; two grandchildren, Jordan Grasso and Favian Faulkner; and many nephews and nieces. NEWS ALEXANIAN, Lucy L. November 25, 2009 ALEXANIAN, Lucy L. Lucy L. Alexanian, 91, of East Hartford, passed away Monday, (November 23, 2009) after a period of declining health. She was the beloved wife of the late Oscar Alexanian. Born in New Britain on July 24, 1918, she was the daughter of Avides and Alma (Ashmudurian) Mooshegian. She was a Newington resident for 35 years before moving to East Hartford in 1982. She was employed by Travelers Insurance Co. for ten years and was a long time parishioner at the St. George Armenian Apostolic Church in Hartford. NEWS KOSEIAN, Shakea D. November 5, 2009 KOSEIAN, Shakea D. Shakea D. "Charlotte" Koseian, 85, a longtime resident of Enfield, passed away on Tuesday (November 3, 2009) at Blair Manor. She was born on March 2, 1924 in Hartford, CT, and became a resident of Enfield in 1962. Prior to her retirement, she worked at the former G. Fox & CO. in Enfield, earning several sales awards. She also worked the polls on election days in Enfield. Shakea was a member of St. George Armenian Apostolic Church in Hartford. She is survived by her son, Stephan H. Koseian of Enfield; and her daughter, Mary L. Koseian of Newington. NEWS SARGISIAN, Vartoush ``Rose November 4, 2009 SARGISIAN, Vartoush "Rose" Vartoush "Rose" Sargisian, 84, of West Hartford, died peacefully on Tuesday, (November 3rd), surrounded by her family after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was predeceased by Suren, her husband of over 50 years of marriage. Rose is survived by her son, Robert Sargisian and his wife Marjorie of Granby; her daughter, Ann Abramson and her husband, Andy of Canton; and her son George of New York City. She is also survived by her grandchildren Alex of West Hartford and Tania of Orlando, FL; and her great-grandchildren, Aaliyah, Emily, and Maggie. NEWS SIROONIAN, Paula M. Martin September 8, 2009 SIROONIAN, Paula M. Martin Paula M. Martin Siroonian, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, (September 6, 2009) at U. Conn Medical Center in Farmington, surrounded by loving family and friends. She was born in Worcester, MA, on February 8, 1954, and lived in Farmington for the past 18 years. She is survived by her devoted and loving husband of 29 years, Geary and their children, 20-year old twins Nicole Lee at Wake Forest University, Christopher Anthony at Champlain College, and 18-year old Deanna Kristine at James Madison University. NEWS BOORNAZIAN, Charles Leslie July 30, 2009 BOORNAZIAN, Charles Leslie Charles Leslie Boornazian of 100 Executive Square House, Wethersfield, CT died on Monday, (July 27, 2009) at Hartford Hospital. Born in Hartford, he was raised in West Hartford and spent most of his life in the Hartford area. Prior to his kidney failure in 1991, he worked in his family's wholesale produce business and held other positions within that same industry...mostly at the Hartford Regional Market. A member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church in New Britain, he was a veteran of the United States Navy and served his country during the Cuban Missile Crisis. NEWS Great Things To Do May 10, 2009 BERLIN NEWS Goshdigian, Jack, Sr. August 11, 2000 GOSHDIGIAN, Jack, Sr. Jack Goshdigian, Sr., 98, of West Hartford, husband of the late Victoria (Garabedian) Goshdigian, died Wednesday, (August 9, 2000) at Hughes Convalescent Home. Born in Armenia, son of the late Nishan and Anna (Kallajian) Goshdigian, he was a mechanical inspector with the Underwood Corporation, retiring in 1972. Mr. Goshdigian was a member of St. George Armenian Apostolic Church in Hartford and a member of Wyllys-St. Johns No. 4 A.F. & A.M. in West Hartford.
ANTREASSIAN, Seran May 8, 2008 ANTREASSIAN, Seran Seran Antreassian of West Hartford, widow of Harry Antreassian, died Wednesday (May 7, 2008). Born in Kharpet, Armenia, she was a survivor of the Armenian Genocide. She was a devoted member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church and an active member of the church choir. She was also a member of the Armenian Relief Society. She is survived by two brothers, Zaven Der Aprahamian and his wife, Helena, and Haig Der Aprahamian, and his wife, Janet; and several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.
Sarkisian. Alice Sarkisian January 16, 1996 SARKISIAN. Alice Sarkisian, 79, formerly of Sisson Ave., Hartford, died Monday (Jan. 15, 1996). She was the widow of Abraham Sarkisian. Born in Iran, she was the daughter of the late Stepan and Blandina Stepanian. She was a Hartford resident most of her life. She was a member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church, New Britain, and the Armenian Relief Society. Surviving are a sister, Yester Pishtofjian of Watertown, MA; and three nephews and their families, Jirair Pishtofjian of Peabody, MA, Norair Pishtofjian of Watertown, MA, and Hrair Pishtofjian of Zurich, Switzerland. NEWS Mae Demetriou November 2, 1998 Mae Sarkessian Demetriou of New Britain, wife of Evangelo Demetriou, has died. Mrs. Demetriou lived her entire life in New Britain, where she was co-owner of the Idle-Hour Beauty Salon. She was a trustee of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church and a member of its ladies guild, a member of the Armenian Relief Society and a staunch supporter of the Armenian Youth Federation. She leaves many family members. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church. NEWS E. Wojculewicz March 16, 1999 Elizabeth Eknoian Wojculewicz of New Britain died Saturday at New Britain General Hospital. She was born in New Britain and was employed at Fafnir Bearing Co. for many years as an inspector. She also worked part time at United Bakery. Mrs. Wojculewicz was a member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church. She is survived by her husband, Walter Wojculewicz; a sister, Theresa Khazarian of Stratford; two nieces and two nephews. The funeral will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 S. Main St., New Britain, to St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church at 11. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. NEWS Zavin Kaloustian December 24, 1994 Zavin A. Kaloustian, a retired compositor for The Courant, died Tuesday at his son's home in Pleasanton, Calif. He was 66. He was hired by The Courant in 1969 and worked for many years in the newspaper's composing room. He retired in 1994. Mr. Kaloustian was born in Beirut, Lebanon. He immigrated to the United States in 1969. He was a member of St. Stephen Armenian Apostolic Church, New Britain. Mr. Kaloustian leaves his wife, Virginia Kaloustian of Newington; five children, Taline Monus, Aram Kaloustian, Kevork Kaloustian, and Ani Aghazarian, all in California, and Tarinee Krekel of Phoenix; and four grandchildren. NEWS Khachoyan, Margarete July 5, 2001 KHACHOYAN, Margarete Margarete (Gretel Wirtz) Khachoyan, 70, of Manchester, beloved wife of Aram-Sumpad Khachoyan, died Monday, (July 2, 2001). Funeral services will be held Friday, 10 a.m. at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 S. Main St., New Britain and at 11 a.m. at St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. Calling hours are TODAY, 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home, with a prayer service to be conducted at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church, 167 Tremont St., New Britain, CT 06051. NEWS Demetriou, Mae Sarkessian November 2, 1998 DEMETRIOU, Mae Sarkessian Mae Sarkessian Demetriou, beloved wife of Evangelo Demetriou, and daughter of the late Nerses and Catherine Sarkessian, left her family and many friends Saturday (Oct. 31, 1998) after a long, courageous battle. A resident of New Britain all of her life, she was co-owner of the Idle- Hour Beauty Salon. She was a life- long member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church, and served as a member of the Board of Trustees, a member of the Armenian Relief Society, and the Ladies Guild of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church, and was a staunch supporter of the Armenian Youth Federation. NEWS Badrigian, Sarah September 13, 2006 BADRIGIAN, Sarah Sarah Badrigian, 102, of New Britain, widow of Peter Badrigian, died on Sunday (September 10, 2006). Funeral services will be held TODAY, Sept. 13 at 11 a.m. at St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church. Calling hours are at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 S. Main St., TODAY from 10 a.m. until leaving for church. Serving as pallbearers are Dennis Alex, Charles Alex, Ken Boynton, Randy Boynton, Peter Badrigian, and Enzo Radinieri. NEWS Soormeyan, Hugo L. June 27, 2005 SOORMEYAN, Hugo L. Hugo L. Soormeyan, 84, of West Preston St. in Hartford died on Saturday, (June 25, 2005) at Hartford Hospital. He was born in Bucharest, Romania on December 26, 1921 and married Monique Paklajian in 1954. In 1965, he emigrated to the United States with his wife and parents Ardashes and Efkine Zakarian and worked at the Sage-Allen department store in Hartford until his retirement in 1985. He is survived by his cousins, Nectar Babaeghian Walen, her husband, Thomas Walen, their daughter, Alexandra, Sylvia Devletian of Los Angeles, CA, and Aram Babaeghian of Sao Paulo, Brazil. NEWS Ghevontian, Florica December 12, 2006 GHEVONTIAN, Florica Florica Ghevontian, 85, of West Hartford, beloved wife of Jarair Ghevontian, died peacefully on Sunday, (December 10, 2006) at Hartford Hospital. Born in Konia, Turkey, she was the daughter of the late Ohaness and Gulua Zobuian. She was a former Hartford resident before moving to West Hartford. Florica was formerly employed at Avery Heights and was a member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church in New Britain. In addition to her husband Jarair Ghevontian, she is survived by her niece and nephew, Bedros and Silvia Glorighian.
Shelefian. Takouhi V. Shelefian November 30, 1997 SHELEFIAN. Takouhi V. Shelefian, 74, of West Hartford, died Wednesday (Nov. 26, 1997) at St. Francis Hospital & Medical Center. Born in Bucharest, Romania, living in the West Hartford area for 31 years. She was employed by the Orion Group, Inc., Farmington, retiring in 1996. She was a member of the St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church, New Britain, and the church choir. She is survived by a sister, Armenia, and her husband, Hrant Babaeghian of West Hartford; a niece, Nectar A. Babaeghian Walen and her husband, Tom Walen, of Hampden, MA. Funeral procession will leave Taylor & Modeen Funeral Home, 136 S. Main St., West Hartford, Tuesday at 10:30 a.m., followed by a service at St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church, 167 Tremont St., New Britain, at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Hartford.
Babaeghian, Hrant K. April 17, 2005 BABAEGHIAN, Hrant K. Hrant K. Babaeghian, 97, of Red Top Drive in West Hartford, passed away on Saturday (April 16, 2005). He was born in Armenia (May 1, 1907), grew up in Romania where he owned a food import/export business and married Armenia Shelefian. In 1963, he emigrated with his wife and daughter to the U.S. where he worked for Bakmazian & Son and retired at age 72. He is survived by his wife, Armenia; daughter, Nectar; son-in-law, Thomas Walen; and granddaughter, Alexandra. NEWS Khuzkian. Rose (thomassian) Khuzkian July 23, 1994 KHUZKIAN. Rose (Thomassian) Khuzkian, 65, of Hartford, wife of Guy Khuzkian, died Thursday (July 21) at her home. She was born in Gardanne, France, and lived in Hartford for the past 35 years. Before her retirement, she had been employed by Greenwood Health Care Center for 12 years, and was a member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church, New Britain. Besides her husband, Mrs. Khuzkian is survived by her sons, Frederic Khuzkian of North Carolina, and Serge Khuzkian of Hartford; her daughters, Monique Giapoutzian of Laval, Canada, and Josiane Tatossian of Montreal, Canada; a brother, Paul Thomassian of Marlborough; her sisters, Anna Faulkner of Windsor, and Marie Sarkissian of Vienne, France; nine grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. NEWS JACOBS, Sirarpi June 17, 2008 JACOBS, Sirarpi Sirarpi Jacobs, 77, of Englewood, FL, died Sunday (June 15, 2008). Born onn June 29, 1930 in Worcester, MA, a resident of Florida for 14 years coming from New Britain. A loving wife mother and homemaker for her family, she was a member of St. Stephens Armenian Apostolic Church. Survivors include her loving husband of 56 years, Armen S. Jacobs, two daughters, Melanie (Scott) Roberts, Sandra Jacobs, two sons, Armen G. and Mark; a sister, Arpi Emirzian and a brother, Matthew Emirzian; and grandson, Kyle Gabree. NEWS Kaloustian. Zavin A. Kaloustian December 24, 1994 KALOUSTIAN. Zavin A. Kaloustian, 66, of Newington, former employee of the Hartford Courant, died Tuesday (Dec. 20) in Pleasanton, Calif., at the home of his son. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Kaloustian of Newington; five children; and four grandchildren. He will be missed by a lot of people who loved and respected him. His wishes for cremation services will be Jan. 14 with the immediate family only attending. In lieu of flowers, donations, preferred by Mr. Kaloustian, may be made to the American Cancer Society, or St. Stephen Armenian Apostolic Church, New Britain. NEWS Torossian, Victoria (kefsizian) November 14, 2000 TOROSSIAN, Victoria (Kefsizian) Victoria (Kefsizian) Torossian, 90, of Hartford, died Sunday, (November 12, 2000) at Chelsea Place, Hartford. Funeral rites will be held TODAY, November 14, 10 a.m., from the Paul A. Shaker/Farmingdale Funeral Home, 764 Farmington Avenue, New Britain, with the Rev. Krikoris Kechichian, pastor, St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church, New Britain, officiating. Final resting place will be in Fairview Cemetery, New Britain. Calling hours will be TODAY, 9-10 a.m. at the funeral home. NEWS Tufankjian, Charles February 17, 2004 TUFANKJIAN, Charles Charles Tufankjian, 78, of Newington, died Monday, (February 16, 2004) at New Britain General Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Anna (Kallinisch) Tufankjian. Born in Hartford, son of the late Alexan and Akabi (Hampigian) Tufankjian, Charles lived in Newington for the past 51 years and he was a member St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church, New Britain. He was formerly employed by Maytag Modern Way, Hartford and later owned and operated Charles Appliance Co. for 30 years before his retirement eight years ago. Charles was a past trustee on the board at St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church and was member and past commander of the VFW Hannon Hatch Post #9929, West Hartford. NEWS Wolf, A. Peggy November 29, 2003 WOLF, A. Peggy A. Peggy Wolf, of Ambler, PA, formerly of New Britain, died Friday, (November 28, 2003) in Ambler. She was the widow of Harold Wolf, who died in June 1983. Born in Yonkers, NY, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Mary (Edgarian). Peggy was a former Hartford resident and a long-time New Britain resident before moving to Pennsylvania in 2002. She was a graduate of New Britain High School and was formerly employed at Berlin Steel Construction Co. She was a member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church. NEWS Najarian. Frank Oscar Najarian July 21, 1995 NAJARIAN. Frank Oscar Najarian, 82, of Berlin, died Wednesday (July 19, 1995) at New Britain General Hospital. Born in Philadelphia, Pa., April 8, 1913, he graduated from Hartford High School in 1931. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in Italy. He was employed by the Hartford Post Office, as secretary to the Postmaster for 30 years, retiring in 1973. He was a member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church, New Britain. He was a 32nd degree Mason at the Centennial Lodge. He is survived by his wife, Mary (Tufankjian)
Wojculewicz, Elizabeth (eknoian) March 16, 1999 WOJCULEWICZ, Elizabeth (Eknoian) Elizabeth (Eknoian) Wojculewicz, of New Britain, died Saturday (March 13, 1999) at New Britain General Hospital. Born in New Britain, she was the daughter of the late Gaspar and Almas (Tondourjian) Eknoian. Elizabeth worked at the Fafnir Bearing Co. for many years as an inspector. She also worked part time for many years at the United Bakery. She was a dedicated and active member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church where she was also a member of the Ladies Guild.
Badrigian, Sarah September 12, 2006 BADRIGIAN, Sarah Sarah Badrigian, 102, of New Britain, died peacefully on Sunday, (September 10, 2006) at Brittany Farms Healthcare Center. She was the widow of Peter Badrigian. Born in Kharpurt, Armenia, she was a survivor of the Armenian Genocide and was a New Britain resident since 1944. She was a devoted member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church and the Ladies Guild at church. Surviving are two daughters, Marge Robinson and her husband, Robert of New Britain, and Mary Boynton of Florida; a daughter-in-law, Judith Badrigian; a son-in-law, Charles Alex; 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; a great great-grandchild, and many nieces and nephews. NEWS Bouley, Rose (boyajian) June 12, 2004 BOULEY, Rose (Boyajian) Rose (Boyajian) Bouley, 87, formerly of New Britain, died Thursday, (June 10, 2004) at New Britain General Hospital. She was the widow of Leonard Bouley who died in 1983. Born August 6, 1916 in Stoneham, MA, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Mary (Tufenkjian) Boyajian. She was a long-time New Britain resident before moving to Farmington one year ago. Rose joined the American Hardware Employees Federal Credit Union in 1948 and was elected Treasurer in 1958. NEWS Simerdjian, Hagop December 31, 2007 SIMERDJIAN, Hagop Hagop Simerdjian, 74, of Newington, beloved husband of Knarig "Clair" (Boyadjian) Simerdjian, died peacefully on Friday, (December 28, 2007) at Mass General Hospital in Boston, MA. Born in Lebanon, he was the son of the late Avetis and Rachel Simerdjian. Hagop moved with his family to Armenian at the age of 12 and moved to the United States in 1977. He was a Newington resident for 20 years and formerly resided in New Britain. Hagop was employed as a specialty driver for the military and other organizations. NEWS Koromanian, Nancy Nanajan August 24, 1999 KOROMANIAN, Nancy Nanajan Nancy "Nanajan" Koromanian, 94, of Wethersfield, widow of Kocho Koromanian, died Saturday (August 21, 1999) at Mediplex of Wethersfield. She was born in Razieh, Urmia, Iran, daughter of the late Joseph and Tarlan Melkonian. She immigrated to the United States in the 1920's and had lived in the greater Hartford area for over 60 years. Mrs. Koromanian was a longtime member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church, a member of The Salvation Army Senior Citzens, and the Old Elm Senior Citzens of Wethersfield. NEWS Garabedian. Hagop April 27, 1994 GARABEDIAN. Hagop Garabedian, 86, of New Britain, husband of Zarouhi (Bargamian) Garabedian, died Tuesday (April 26, 1994) at New Britain General Hospital. Born in Garmery, Armenia, he resided in New Britain for 65 years and owned and operated City Tailor Shop, New Britain, for 45 years. He was an active member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church in New Britain, serving as a church trustee for 16 years, and was a past officer of the Garmery Benevolent Society. Besides his wife, he is survived by his son, Garabed and his wife Nancy Garabedian of Tolland; his two daughters, Helen and Roxy Garabedian of New Britain; his sister, Jennie Garabedian of New Britain; his niece; Mary Mooshagian of Worcester, Mass; two nephews, Dr. Ara Bagdasarian of Southington, and N'shan Bagdasarian of West Hartford; and several great- nieces and nephews. NEWS Avakian, John Avak July 6, 2001 AVAKIAN, John Avak John Avak Avakian, 79, of Hartford, died unexpectedly on Wednesday (July 4, 2001). Born in Varna, Bulgaria, he was the son of the late Theos and Margaret Avakian. He was a Hartford resident for the past 44 years and was formerly self-employed as a tailor. He was a member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church in New Britain. During World War II, he worked for the American Army in France and was active in the liberation of France. John loved life and the many people he came into contact with. NEWS Vardanian, Norman December 24, 2002 VARDANIAN, Norman Norman Vardanian, 77, of Berlin, died Saturday (December 21, 2002) at Connecticut Hospice, Branford. He was the widower of Marguerite (Kalustian) Vardanian, who died in 1998. Born in New Britain, he lived in Absecon, NJ for 20 years, returning to Berlin in 1998. A World War II US Army veteran, he was a wholesale and retail used car dealer. He was former owner of Liberty Motors in New Britain and Steering Wheels in Absecon, NJ. He was a member of Saint Stephens Armenian Apostolic Church; Unity Lodge, AF & AM; and a member of the former Joel Eshoo Post, Assyrian-American War Veterans all of New Britain. NEWS Balian, Mesrob P. April 10, 1998 BALIAN, Mesrob P. Mesrob P. Balian, 83, of West Hartford, husband of Sache (Eghya) Balian, passed away Thursday (April 9, 1998) at Saint Francis Hospital, Hartford. He was born in Cesaria, Turkey, son of the late Parunak and Prapion (Nefian) Balian. He had lived in Constanza, Romania where he owned his own business. In 1941 he moved to Bucharest, Romania where he also owned his business. He moved to Beirut Lebanon in 1961 and then on to Hartford, in 1962 and has spent the last 20 years in West Hartford.
Sargisian, Suren February 5, 2000 SARGISIAN, Suren Suren Sargisian, 71, of West Hartford, husband of Vartoush "Rose" Sargisian, died Friday, (February 4, 2000) at his home. Born in Iran, the son of Vartan and Taman Sargisian, he moved to the Hartford area in 1937. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, and was a member of the Connecticut Guard for a short period after the war. Mr. Sargisian worked as a machinist for a number of local companies, retiring in 1989. He was an active member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church in New Britain, serving on the Board of Trustees, and was a member of the Masons.
Schiller, Mary B. December 14, 2007 SCHILLER, Mary B. Mary Bagdigian Schiller, 84, of Waterford, daughter of John and Kayane Bagdigian, passed away after a short illness on Wednesday (December 12, 2007). Born on April 4, 1923, she was the owner and president of the Mijoy Fishing Boat in Waterford. Mary was a well-respected business woman and ran her family business until her last days. Her delights in life were time with her family, drives in her big red Oldsmobile, and a good laugh. She was dedicated to the works of her church, Saint George Armenian Apostolic Church. NEWS Arzoomanian, Louise (shahinian) June 9, 1998 ARZOOMANIAN, Louise (Shahinian) Louise (Shahinian) Arzoomanian, 82, of Hartford, widow of Anthony Arzoomanian, died Sunday (June 7, 1998) at her home. Born in Erzeroum, Armenia, living in Hartford for 58 years. She was a member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church, New Britain, Pratt & Whitney Retirement Club, and the Elmwood Senior Center. She is survived by a son, Richard A. and his wife Linda Arzoomanian of North Granby. She was predeceased by two sons, Joseph and James Arzoomanian. NEWS Joseph Shabazian, 86 July 19, 1997 Joseph I. Shabazian of Farmington, a former New Britain resident, died Wednesday at John Dempsey Hospital in Farmington. He was 86. Born in Armenia, he was a member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church and was a trustee of the church for 40 years. He was also a member of the Armenian Revolutionary Federation and the Stanley Seniors. Mr. Shabazian is survived by his wife, Lucy Pehlivanian Shabazian; a son and daughter-in-law, Joseph Jr. and GraceAnn Shabazian of East Hartford; a daughter, Susan L. Shabazian of Farmington; two sisters, Elizabeth Wojculewicz of New Britain and Theresa Khazarian of Stratford; three grandchildren; and a nephew and a niece. NEWS Shabazian. Joseph I. Shabazian July 18, 1997 SHABAZIAN. Joseph I. Shabazian, 86, of Farmington and formerly of New Britain, died Wednesday (July 16, 1997), at John Dempsey Hospital. Born in Ancient Armenia, he was the son of the late Harry and Almas (Tandjourian) Shabazian. He was a former New Britain resident where he attended local schools. Joseph had been a Farmington resident since 1960. He was a member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church and a former Trustee of the church for 40 years. He was also a member of the Armenian Revolutionary Federation and the Stanley Seniors. NEWS John Badrigian, 62 March 27, 1998 John Badrigian of Trinity Street, New Britain, died Wednesday. He was 62. Born in Havana, Cuba, he had been a New Britain resident since 1945. Mr. Badrigian owned Gas Appliance Service of New Britain for 35 years and was a member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church and the U.S. Army Reserves. He leaves his wife, Judith Kerin Badrigian of New Britain; his mother, Sarah Badrigian of New Britain; a daughter, Laurie Zembko of Middletown; two sons and a daughter- in-law, John Badrigian of New Britain and Peter and Sandra Badrigian of New Britain; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Marjorie and Robert Robinson of New Britain and Mary Boynton of Vernon; and five grandchildren. NEWS SAGHERIAN, Marian (Atashian) June 8, 2008 SAGHERIAN, Marian (Atashian) Marian (Atashian) Sagherian, passed away peacefully at the Hospital of Central CT @ New Britain General after a short illness at the age of 86 on Friday, (June 6, 2008). A resident of Farmington, for the past 65 years, she was born in New Britain, where she attended school and graduated a semester ahead of her class as a member of The National Honor Society. After her schooling, she became a bookkeeper at The Skinner Chuck Company today Honeywell, where she worked for over 40 years. NEWS Karangekis, Nancy (koromanian) November 22, 2007 KARANGEKIS, Nancy (Koromanian) Nancy (Koromanian) Karangekis, 69, of Wethersfield, beloved wife for 46 years to John S. Karangekis, former Wethersfield Police Chief, died suddenly and unexpectedly at Hartford Hospital Wednesday (November 21, 2007). She was born in Hartford, daughter of the late Kocho and Nancy (Melkonian) Koromanian and had lived in Wethersfield for 45 years. Prior to her retirement, Nancy worked for Dime Savings Bank and later became an Assistant Manager of Peoples United Bank. NEWS Garabedian, Zarouhi January 19, 2004 GARABEDIAN, Zarouhi Zarouhi (Bargamian) Garabedian, 95, of New Britain, entered into eternal rest Friday (January 16, 2004) surrounded by her family. She was born in Itchme, Kharpet, Turkey, daughter of the late Bargam and Akabe (Mosesian) Bargamian and was a resident of New Britain since 1930. She was the beloved widow of Hagop Garabedian. With her late husband Hagor she was a co-owner of The City Taylor Shop on North Street. Zarouhi was a member of St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church; a former president and member for 50 years for its ladies guild; a member of the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection Seniors Group and the Garmery Benevolent Association. NEWS DERDERIAN, Rose (Sanossian) April 26, 2009 DERDERIAN, Rose (Sanossian) Rose (Sanossian) Derderian, 81, of West Hartford passed away on Friday, (April 24, 2009) at Hartford Hospital after a brief illness and surrounded by her family. Rose was born in New York City on November 27, 1927 to the late Mugerditch and Juhar Sanossian. She is a retired employee of Hartford National Bank and CIGNA. She met her husband Aris Derderian in 1946 and was married in New York City on June 29, 1952, residing in West Hartford for the past 55 years.
Jedidian. Gertrude (gertite) Jedidian January 12, 1995 JEDIDIAN. Gertrude (Gertite) Jedidian, 85, of Hartford, widow of Reubin Jedidian, died Wednesday (Jan. 11) at a local convalescent home. Born in New York City, she lived in Hartford over 60 years. She was a member of St. George Armenian Church, Hartford. She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Holly Jedidian, Theodore and Lucille Jedidian, and Donald and Irene Jedidian, all of Wethersfield; and four grandchildren, Linda Jedidian Merchant and her husband, Richard, Lisa Jedidian Carr and her husband, Christopher, Kristen Jedidian, and Lauren Jedidian.
Agemian Bedrossian, Mary Rose (surmolian) June 13, 2001 AGEMIAN BEDROSSIAN, Mary Rose (Surmolian) Mary Rose (Surmolian) Agemian Bedrossian, 88 of Hartford, died Tuesday, (June 12, 2001) at Avery Heights in Hartford. Born in Hartford and a lifelong resident, she was the daughter of the late George and Rose (Goshdigian) Surmolian. She was the wife of the late Michael Agemian; and the late Richard Bedrossian. She was a member of St. George Armenian Church in Hartford. Mrs. Agemian Bedrossian is survived by several nieces, nephews and stepchildren. NEWS Seranoosh Azarigian January 6, 1996 Seranoosh Kaprielian Azarigian of Lyons Street, New Britain, died Thursday. She was a charter member of the Women's Guild of the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection and the Armenian Democratic Liberal Organization. Mrs. Azarigian is survived by a son, Hurach Azarigian of New Britain; and two daughters, Elizabeth Vartanian of Kensington and Mary Omartian of Springfield, Mass. Funeral services are Monday at 10:15 a.m. from the Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 S. Main St., New Britain, to the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. NEWS Omartian, Alice V. April 1, 2006 Funeral Services for Alice Vorperian Omartian, wife of the late Abraham K. Omartian, will be TODAY, 10 a.m., at the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection, 1910 Stanley Street, New Britain. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, West Hartford. NEWS Davidian, Rose November 14, 2006 DAVIDIAN, Rose Rose Davidian, 89, of Farmington, entered into eternal peace Saturday, (Nov. 11, 2006). She was the widow of Edward Davidian. Surviving are a brother, Harry Azarigian of New Britain; and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, great-grandnieces and great-grandnephews. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11a.m. at the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection, 1910 Stanley St., New Britain, CT 06053. NEWS Mazadoorian, Elizabeth Yegsa (aharonian) May 2, 2007 MAZADOORIAN, Elizabeth Yegsa (Aharonian) Elizabeth Yegsa (Aharonian) Mazadoorian died Sunday (April 29, 2007) at the Hospital of Central Connecticut at the age of 94. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 S. Main St. and at 11 a.m. at the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. Calling hours are Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. with a prayer service at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection, 1910 Stanley St., New Britain, CT 06053. NEWS M. Semerjian, Armenian Priest, Dies December 19, 2000 The Rev. Mesrob Semerjian of Hartford, a retired priest who served 60 years with the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church of America, died Saturday at the Mediplex nursing facility in Wethersfield. He was 85. Semerjian served as a parish priest throughout New England including St. George's Armenian Church in Hartford and the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection in New Britain. Semerjian was born in Syria. In 1935, he entered St. James Armenian Theological Seminary in Jerusalem, completing his studies with highest honors.
AVEDISIAN, Alyce January 19, 2010 AVEDISIAN, Alyce Alyce Avedisian, 87, of North Andover, MA, and formerly of New Britain, CT, died Sunday (January 17, 2010) at Lawrence General Hospital in Lawrence, MA. She was the widow of Charles Avedisian. Born in Providence, RI, she was the daughter of the late Hampasom and Arshalous (Charkjian) Basmajian. She lived in New Britain for 45 years before moving to North Andover in 1998. She was a member of the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection in New Britain and the Daughters of Vartan. NEWS VIRDOKIAN, Julliette (Mossessian) October 29, 2009 VIRDOKIAN, Julliette (Mossessian) Juliette (Mossessian) Virdokian 68, of Manchester, wife of the late Nazaret Virdokian passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at Manchester Memorial Hospital. Juliette was born February 25, 1941 in Beirut, Lebanon daughter of the late Megerdich and Siranoush Mossessian. She had lived in Lebanon her whole life until moving to the Manchester in 1993 Juliette was a member of St. George Armenian Church in Hartford. NEWS ABRAHAM, Arpenig ``Peggy (Dilanjian) September 18, 2009 ABRAHAM, Arpenig "Peggy" (Dilanjian) Arpenig "Peggy" (Dilanjian) Abraham, 88, of New Britain, widow of William George Abraham, died Tuesday at Hartford Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born in New Britain, the daughter of the late Markar and the late Nevart (Simonian) Dilanjian, she was employed as a supervisor at Pratt & Whitney in East Hartford for thirty-two years before her retirement. She was a member of St, Mark's Episcopal Church and The Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection, and loved reading, time spent at the Connecticut shoreline and working in her yard, and was always concerned about family and friends before herself.
Mazadoorian. Charles N. Mazadoorian July 21, 1996 MAZADOORIAN. Charles N. Mazadoorian, of New Britain, died Friday (July 19, 1996) at the Jerome Home. He was born in Whitinsville, MA, Sept. 11, 1934, and moved to New Britain with his parents at the age of two. He attended local schools, and was an honors graduate of New Britain High School in 1952. He was awarded a scholarship from Yale University where he majored in English. He received a Bachelor's degree from Yale in 1956, and continued his studies at the Yale Graduate School. He was employed by the State of CT Labor Department for 32 years as a research analyst, retiring in 1993. NEWS S. Davoudlarian, 45 September 30, 1996 Sarkis E. Davoudlarian died Friday at his home in New Britain. He was 45. He was born in Beirut, Lebanon, and was educated at St. James Armenian Seminary in Jerusalem. While living in New Britain for the past 18 years, he worked at Sheri- Cup in the Kensington section of Berlin and was active in the Holy Resurrection Armenian Church in New Britain. He is survived by his wife, Rubina Thomasian Davoudlarian of New Britain; a daughter, Liana Davoudlarian of New Britain; a brother, Nickogos Davoudlarian; and two sisters, Linda Kasabian and Janett Alarmani. 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | Next NEWS YAGOOBIAN, Anne E. September 13, 2009 YAGOOBIAN, Anne E. (Omartian) Anne E. (Omartian) Yagoobian, 90, wife of the late Jacob J. Yagoobian, died Friday (September 11, 2009). Anne was born in the Bronx, NY but was a resident of Springfield, MA over 40 years. She was last employed as a bookkeeper for Toros Omartian & Sons, Springfield and previously worked at the former Forbes & Wallace in downtown Springfield. A member of St. Mark's Armenian Church, Springfield, Anne was also a past member the the church's Women's Guild and Choir. NEWS SIROONIAN, Paula M. Martin September 8, 2009 SIROONIAN, Paula M. Martin Paula M. Martin Siroonian, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, (September 6, 2009) at U. Conn Medical Center in Farmington, surrounded by loving family and friends. She was born in Worcester, MA, on February 8, 1954, and lived in Farmington for the past 18 years. She is survived by her devoted and loving husband of 29 years, Geary and their children, 20-year old twins Nicole Lee at Wake Forest University, Christopher Anthony at Champlain College, and 18-year old Deanna Kristine at James Madison University.
GASIEWSKI, Sarah Andonian September 6, 2009 GASIEWSKI, Sarah Andonian Sarah Andonian Gasiewski, 89, of East Hampton, formerly of West Hartford, passed away peacefully on Wednesday (September 3, 2009). She was born in Istanbul, Turkey and with her parents moved to the United States at the age of three months. She was the daughter of the late Harry and Surpuhi Andonian and was pre-deceased by her brother Malcolm. Sarah is survived by Bruce Gasiewski Gunn whom she married in 1954 and their son Bruce Gasiewski, Jr. The "loves of her life" were her two grandchildren, Bruce III and Brett Gasiewski.
MURADOV, Armais A. August 18, 2009 MURADOV, Armais A. Armais A. Muradov, 80, passed away on Sunday (August 16, 2009). He was born in Baku, Azerbaijan, a son of the late Ambartsum and Sonya (Sarkisova) Muradov. Armais came to the United States in 1998. He was grateful and proud to be a United States citizen. He was a master shoe maker, crafting one of a kind shoes for many that waited two months for his creations. He attended church at St. George Armenian Church in Hartford. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Rosa (Akopyan) NEWS AZARIGIAN, Lillian June 7, 2009 AZARIGIAN, Lillian Our darling, Lillian Azarigian, 89, departed this world from her home in Farmington to join her late and beloved husband, Varton Azarigian, on Friday (June 5, 2009). She was born March 21, 1920, to John Mark and Bertha Vegetarian in Union City in NJ. Lillian moved to New York but couldn't resist the allure of her birth state and frequently visited relatives and friends that she had left behind. It was at an Armenian dance, that she meant the love of her life, Varton. NEWS BAGDASARIAN, Pauline (Dembinski) March 29, 2009 BAGDASARIAN, Pauline (Dembinski) Pauline (Dembinski) Bagdasarian, 88, of New Britain, widow of Eli Bagdasarian, died Friday, (March 27, 2009) at Brittany Farms Healthcare Center. She is survived by a daughter, Dorothy Eisenhofer of Kensington; and a nephew, Arthur Bagdasarian and his wife, Christine of Wethersfield. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. at the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection. Calling hours are Monday morning from 10 - 10:30 a.m. at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 S. Main St., New Britain. NEWS BERBERIAN, John H. February 1, 2009 BERBERIAN, John H. John H. Berberian, 59, a resident of Faulkner Road in Whitingham, died unexpectedly Thursday, (January 29, 2009) at his home. John was born in New Britain, on April 20,1949, the son of Harry and Henrietta (Yirigian) Berberian. He received his education in New Britain schools, graduating from New Britain High School in 1967. With his wife, Kristine and his brothers, they operated Lakeside Oil Company,Inc. which they ran from 1978 until 2003. John worked as a musical instrument repair technician for Music & Arts for the past nine years. NEWS BAGDASARIAN, Eli January 31, 2009 BAGDASARIAN, Eli Eli Bagdasarian, 91, of New Britain, husband of Pauline (Dembek) Bagdasarian, died Friday, January 30, 2009 at the Hospital of Central Connecticut. In addition to his wife Pauline, he is survived by a daughter, Dorothy Eisenhofer of Kensington, and a nephew, Arthur Bagdasarian. Funeral Services will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. at the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection. Calling hours are Monday morning from 9-10:30 a.m. at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 S. Main St., New Britain. NEWS KAZANJIAN, Aram A. December 6, 2008 KAZANJIAN, Aram A. Aram A. Kazanjian, passed peacefully on Thanksgiving Day (November 27, 2008). Beloved father of Gary Kazanjian and Sandy Asadourian, beloved grandfather of Peter, Kristin, Lisa, Jacqueline and Gary. Aram was predeceased by his wife, Florence Kasparian Kazanjian. Raised in Philadelphia, he served in the Army as a Sergeant for five years beginning in 1940, after which he relocated to the Hartford/Wethersfield area. He was a salesperson for G. Fox and then founded The Aram A Kaz Co in 1954. NEWS Religion Notes November 22, 2008 SPECIAL SERVICES Today, 5 p.m. and Sunday, 9 and 10:15 p.m., Asylum Hill Congregational Church, Hartford. Services. Collecting frozen turkeys and non-perishable food items for Foodshare before both Sunday services. 860-525-5696. Today, 5 p.m., Church of the Holy Trinity, Middletown. Music by the Praise Band at this contemporary worship service. Light supper follows. 860-347-2591. Sunday, First Church of Christ, Wethersfield. Traditional worship services at 8, 9:15 and 11 a.m.; Contemporary worship service at 11 a.m. 860-529-1575.
BAGDIGIAN, Margaret (Baronian) October 31, 2008 BAGDIGIAN, Margaret (Baronian) Margaret (Baronian) Bagdigian, 95, of Farmington, was called home to be with her Heavenly Father peacefully on Wednesday, (October 29, 2008) surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late Peter Bagdigian Sr. who died in 1994. Born in Kharpet, Turkey, she was orphaned at the age of five years old. As a result of the Turkish Massacre, Margaret fled Kharpet with her paternal grandmother, Almas Baronian to Aleppo, Syria and later come to the United States thru Ellis Island in 1920.
KARANIAN, Henry Zareh October 31, 2008 KARANIAN, Henry Zareh Henry Zareh Karanian, a lifelong resident of New Britain, passed away on Tuesday (October 28, 2008). He was born in New Britain, 86 years ago on December 23, 1921, to the late Hovhannes and Ardemis Karanian. He is survived by his wife, Agnes Barsoian Karanian, to whom he had been happily married for 60 years. Henry was a 1940 graduate of New Britain High School. A member of the high school's 1938 State Championship football team, he played on both the offensive and defensive lines. NEWS Things To Do October 12, 2008 BLOOMFIELD NEWS BOYAJIAN, Elizabeth H. October 7, 2008 BOYAJIAN, Elizabeth H. Garabedian &NDtab;Elizabeth H. Garabedian Boyajian, born on April 30, 1924 in New Britain went to her eternal rest on Saturday, October 4, 2008. Elizabeth was a loving daughter of Satenig and Hovhannes Garabedian who passed away many years ago. She was also a loving sister to her brother Haige Garabedian, and sisters, Hyasdan Garoyan and Julie Ashekian all of whom survive her. Elizabeth was the beloved wife of Fred Boyajian who, having predeceased her has been waiting patiently for her to join him in the hereafter. NEWS JOHNSON, Nellie ``Nell September 23, 2008 JOHNSON, Nellie "Nell" (Kallajian) Nellie "Nell" (Kallajian) Johnson, 93, of Glastonbury and formerly of Manchester and Hartford, beloved wife of the late Edward J. Johnson, died Monday (September 22, 2008) at the Glastonbury Healthcare Center. She was born June 28, 1915 in Hartford, daughter of the late Harry & Veronica Kallajian, she attended Hartford schools and was a 1932 Graduate of Hartford Public High School. She worked as a secretary for the Hartford Board of Ed. for several years and during World War II she worked for Underwood Typewriter of Hartford. NEWS KAZARIAN, Robert May 23, 2008 KAZARIAN, Robert Robert Kazarian, 86, of Storrs, died peacefully at his home on Wednesday (May 21, 2008). He was born October 25, 1921 in Hartford, the son of Lazarus and Anna (Bandoian) Kazarian. He was raised in Hartford and was a 1939 graduate of Bulkeley High School. In 1951 he graduated from Springfield College, Springfield, MA. As a World War II Army veteran, he served in Europe as a combat officer with the 103rd Division, 7th Army and was discharged in May of 1946 as a 1st Lieutenant.
CALOUSTIAN, Marie ``Mary March 23, 2008 CALOUSTIAN, Marie "Mary" Marie "Mary" Caloustian, 81, of Bayside, NY, beloved wife of the late Arshag Caloustian, passed away on Friday, (March 21, 2008) at Evergreen Health Care Center, Stafford Springs. She was born in Egypt, daughter of the late Elias and Sirpouhi (Tchiboukchian) Agzarian. She was a member of the Armenian Church of the Holy Martyrs in Bayside, NY. Mary is survived by her two daughters, Marie-Louise Caloustian of Bayside, NY, and Gabrielle Frigon and her husband, Raymond, Jr. of Union; a granddaughter, Camille; and many nieces and nephews. NEWS Kevorkian, Girard O. ``gerry March 11, 2008 KEVORKIAN, Girard O. "Gerry" Girard O. "Gerry" Kevorkian, 86, passed away quietly on Wednesday, (March 5, 2008) after a sudden illness. Born, November 25, 1921 in Hartford to the late Kevork and Verjin, he enjoyed a full and active life. During World War II, he served in the Army Air Corp as a decorated B-17 Pilot with 35 missions over Europe. Upon returning, he married Annette Tajarian of Worcester, MA in 1948. Gerry touched many lives through church, community organizations and hobbies. NEWS Krauth Joyce Margaret (bodozian) February 1, 2008 KRAUTH Joyce Margaret (Bodozian) Joyce Margaret Bodozian Krauth, 71, of East Hampton, wife of William E. Krauth, passed away suddenly on Tuesday (January 29, 2008). She was born on June 24, 1936 in Hartford to the late Dertad and Youghaper Bodozian, of Gamis in Sepastia in Historic Armenia, both survivors of the Armenian genocide. She was predeceased by her brother Harry Bodozian. Besides her husband of 51 years, she leaves her three daughters, Jill and Daniel Deane, Judy Krauth, and Janice and Ronald Catrone all of Portland; her sister Isabelle Starr, her niece JoAnn Sherestanian and her grandnephews Matthew and Adam Dluglenski. NEWS Baboian, Charles J. December 13, 2007 BABOIAN, Charles J. Charles J. Baboian, 82, of Newington, went home to the Lord on Wednesday (December 12, 2007). Charlie was born on July 6, 1925, in Hartford and lived in Newington for the last 31 years. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy and was still active in the DAV and American Legion. Charlie was a 51 year member of the ancient free and accepted Masons. He also served on the parish counsel at St. George Armenian Church in Hartford. Educated at the Morse School of Business, he worked as an Accountant for many years. NEWS Coming Events August 25, 2007 Nonprofit community events appear Monday through Saturday in the Town News section on a space-available basis. Coming events should be sent to: The Hartford Courant, Attn.: Susan Booker, 40 South St., New Britain, CT 06051. Please print "Coming Events" on the envelope. Events should be received by The Courant a minimum of 14 days in advance. Please include the full address and ZIP code of the event location and an information phone number. Today Plymouth: The Special Needs Playgroup meets every Saturday. NEWS Mazadoorian, Elizabeth Yegsa (aharonian) May 2, 2007 MAZADOORIAN, Elizabeth Yegsa (Aharonian) Elizabeth Yegsa (Aharonian) Mazadoorian died Sunday (April 29, 2007) at the Hospital of Central Connecticut at the age of 94. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 S. Main St. and at 11 a.m. at the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. Calling hours are Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. with a prayer service at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection, 1910 Stanley St., New Britain, CT 06053.
Mazadoorian, Elizabeth Yegsa (aharonian) May 1, 2007 MAZADOORIAN, Elizabeth Yegsa (Aharonian) Elizabeth Yegsa (Aharonian) Mazadoorian died Sunday (April 29, 2007) at the Hospital of Central Connecticut at the age of 94. She was a resident of New Britain for more than 75 years. She was born in the village of Yegheki in the province of Kharpert to Lucig (Der Bagdasarian) Aharonian and Harootiun (Dado) Aharonian in 1912. While she was an infant her father Dado came to the United States to earn money for the family. During that time, the Genocide began when Yegsa was three years old. She personally witnessed the most barbaric treatment of fellow Armenians and actually started out with her mother and two uncles in the horrible death marches in which her mother and uncles were put to death.
Goshdigian, Violet (vakel) February 7, 2007 GOSHDIGIAN, Violet (Vakel) Violet (Vakel) Goshdigian, beloved wife of the late John Goshdigian, died (February 6, 2007) at the Hebrew Health Care in West Hartford, at the age of 90. She was born in Worcester, Massachusetts on August 18th, 1916. Her parents, Jacob Vakel and Lucy (Atlas) Vakel, emigrated to the United States from Armenia early in the century. Violet's mother had been orphaned at a young age when her parents were victims of the first Turkish massacre in the late 19th century. NEWS Vartanian, Elizabeth A. December 17, 2006 VARTANIAN, Elizabeth A. Elizabeth A. Vartanian, 84, of Kensington, died peacefully on Friday, (December 15, 2006) at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in New Britain, she was the daughter of the late Sarkis and Seranoosh (Kaprielian) Azarigian. She lived in New Britain before moving to Kensington in 1969. Elizabeth was a graduate of New Britain High School, class of 1940 where she was a member of the National Honor Society, and was also a graduate of Moody Secretarial School. NEWS Boyajian, Helen D. (nedwell) November 25, 2006 BOYAJIAN, Helen D. (Nedwell) Helen D. (Nedwell) Boyajian, 76, of Burlington, died Wednesday, (November 22, 2006) at home. She was the widow of John Boyajian who died in 1976. Born in Detroit, MI, she was the daughter of the late John and Theresa Zbikowski Bear. Helen was a long time New Britain resident before moving to Burlington in 1981. She was formerly employed at the McLean Home in Simsbury, the Marriott in Farmington, Shuttle Meadow Country Club in Kensington and the Hotel Burritt in New Britain before retiring. NEWS Davidian, Rose November 14, 2006 DAVIDIAN, Rose Rose Davidian, 89, of Farmington, entered into eternal peace Saturday, (Nov. 11, 2006). She was the widow of Edward Davidian. Surviving are a brother, Harry Azarigian of New Britain; and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, great-grandnieces and great-grandnephews. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11a.m. at the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection, 1910 Stanley St., New Britain, CT 06053. NEWS Ohanesian, Maritza ``mary (deroian) Bogosian November 13, 2006 OHANESIAN, Maritza "Mary" (Deroian) Bogosian Maritza "Mary" (Deroian) Bogosian Ohanesian, 101, of New Britain, died peacefully Sunday, (November 12, 2006) at home. Born March 15,1905 in the village of Hussenig in Armenia. She was the daughter of the late Harutune and Shushan Deroian. She was the oldest of five children. She was the only survivor in her family from the Armenian Genocide in 1915 by the Turkish Government. She was reunited with her uncle in Hartford at the age of 14. In 1924 she married John Bogosian of New Britain. NEWS Yagoobian, Elizabeth (der Hoosigian) November 8, 2006 YAGOOBIAN, Elizabeth (Der Hoosigian) Elizabeth (Der Hoosigian) Yagoobian, 98, of New Britain, died Sunday night at home after a short illness. Born in Providence, RI in 1908, her parents, she and her brother Nerses returned to Armenia. She and her brother were orphaned due to the Genocide by the Turks of the Christian Armenians in 1915. She spent her formative years in an orphanage until the age of 15. Relatives located her and sent for her return to America and she lived in Lowell, MA where she met and married her husband Paul (now deceased)