▰ Jean Markarian Died January 17, … More Information |
Jean Markarian, age 91 of Fresno, California, departed this life Sunday January 17, 2000. Obituary published: January 18, 2000 in "Fresno B" |
▰ Jasmine Markarian Died June 10, … More Information |
Jasmine Markarian, born September 5, 1920 was anxious to meet her Maker and Master June 10, 2016 in California. Jasmine was 95.
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Obituary: An Extraordinary Life It was an incredible privilege to have been raised by someone as extraordinary as our beloved Jasmine Markarian. The many who met her throughout the lifetime she lived in Fresno, CA might have assumed she was a native of the valley; perfect English elocution and grammar, elegant understated taste in style, encyclopedic knowledge of movie stars, current events, and literature... But the reality was something quite different. She was born in Istanbul, Turkey, Jasmine Odabachian, first daughter of Karekin and Noemi Odabachian, in a climate of fear as her parents were planning and praying for the opportunity to escape from the ever present overhanging threat to the lives of all Armenians in the region. Her parents had migrated to Istanbul from the eastern region of Anatolia, from Erzerum, in the basin of the Euphrates River. When they were finally able to board a ship and reach the safety of Marseilles, France, their voyage to the United States was delayed by the imminent birth of their second daughter Angel. The next boat available to the Americas turned out to be headed to Mexico, and knowing they had to continue on, they sailed across the Atlantic and arrived at Vera Cruz, eventually making their way to Mexico City, where their third daughter Iris was eventually born. Through the sacrifices of her parents and the generosity of her uncle Joren, Jasmine was able to be educated in the American school in Mexico City, thus growing up trilingual, fluent in Spanish, American English, and Armenian, as well as being exposed to American culture. Because of the diaspora of Armenians around the world, Jasmine had the opportunity in the late 1930's to visit relatives in Fresno, CA, where in a scene typical of a Frank Capra movie, she met her future husband when he came home and found her napping in his bed. Teddie Markarian's family had come from a region in Armenia near the headwaters of the Tigris, and like the confluence of the two famous rivers, their flirtation and courtship led to a marriage that became iconic among friends and family alike. were a perfect match, energetic, fun loving, clever, incredibly social and embracing of so many friends...curious about everything! had two children, Patti and Johnny, and filled them with the same curiosity and cultural respect that fueled their own endeavors. Eventually their hard work and savings enabled them to begin what would become a second life of world travel...negotiated by such questions as "Shall we build a better bathroom or take a trip?".... Take a trip, of course. "Shall we get a new car or take a trip?"....and so on, and so on. eventually travelled to all corners of the world, with Ted, the avid and accomplished photographer, delighting friends and family with exquisite photos, while Jasmine wrote beautiful journals and letters, and picked up numerous other languages, recipes, and an international assortment of friends, with whom she corresponded her entire life. She guided her husband and family to a world of music, art, international awareness, formal education, but more importantly relentless self education. She and her family participated in activities such as the Fresno Symphony, Fresno Community Theater, Fresno Children's Theater, art and cultural museums, Town Hall, local politics and community action, etc...all of which she and her family supported in multiple fashions, including many direct leadership roles. In 1960, Jasmine and Teddie, through their talented friend, Robert Revilla, designed and built their dream home on Van Ness Boulevard near the beginning of Christmas Tree Lane. lived their lives out in that home, and it was late in the evening of , 10, 2016, from within that home, surrounded and held by family, that Jasmine finally was able to embark on one final trip to reunite in some heavenly cruise ship with her beloved Teddie. If this was a normal life rather than an extraordinary life, that would be the sweet end of our story, but there is one more twist to the tale. On the day Jasmine passed away, their dream house began to shut down in concert with Jasmine, first the air conditioning, then the electrical system failing in an erratic mode leaving only a handful of plugs functioning. Luckily the weather was cooperative and mild, so that fans working on one good plug kept a natural cool night breeze flowing through the room. Battery lanterns bathed the living room in an intimate soft warmth that was almost like a scene in one of those romantic 1930's movies that she loved so much. Everyone was profoundly moved and mystified. We wanted to share this scene because it was.... well.... extraordinary. She still remains close and living on in the hearts of daughter, Patti and her husband Frank; her grandchildren, Michael and Julie, and their spouses, Nancy and Guy, and their families; her son, John and wife Susie, and family; sisters, Iris and Angel, and their families; countless Odabachians, Markarians, and Baloians; cousins; dear friends, and extended family. A profound thanks to our longtime devoted caregivers, Mina, Leonora and Marlyn; as well as lifelong friends, Kinzels, Revillas, Elgorriagas, Hannas, Panas's, Jan Hewitt and too many others to name. A special thanks to Mark and Margaret Shirin. We lack sufficient words to thank Dr. Steven Chooljian and his loving staff. Lastly, we wish to acknowledge the compassionate care provided by the staff of St. Agnes Hospice. Jasmine thanks you all. A Service will be held at Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church on , 16, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Belmont Memorial Park. Remembrances may be made to Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church, 2226 Ventura St. Fresno, CA 93721 or St. Agnes Hospice, 6729 N. Willow #103, Fresno, CA 93710. |
▰ George Markarian Died February 21, … More Information | George Markarian, born March 20, 1891 departed this life Sunday February 21, 1979 in Whittier, California. GEORGE was 87. |
▰ Gary Markarian Died April 30, … More Information | Gary Markarian, born December 14, 1945 died April 30, 2020 in North Hollywood, California. Gary was 74. |
▰ Eleanor Markarian Died October 02, … More Information |
Eleanor Markarian, born September 14, 1932 went to be with the Lord on October 2, 2017 in Corona Del Mar, California. Eleanor was 85.
Family members and close friends: , Dorothy Horn, Gerri Verant/bensmiller, Margo Collins, Stephanie Streader, Carol Netta, Steve Zahorik |
▰ Dick Sarkis Markarian Died December 01, … More Information |
Dick Sarkis Markarian, age 90 of Fresno, California, went to be with his Lord and Savior December 1, 2000. Obituary published: December 02, 2000 in "Fresno B" |
▰ Betty Lee Markarian Died September 18, … More Information |
Betty Lee Markarian, of Fresno, California, passed from this life on September 18, 2005. Betty was 65. Obituary published: September 19, 2005 in "Fresno B" |
▰ Benny Markarian Died May 15, … More Information | Benny Markarian left this earth on May 15, 2015 to meet with Jesus, his Lord and Savior in Madera, California. |
▰ Serej Markarade Died November 12, … More Information | Serej Markarade, born October 21, 1956 went into the presence of the Lord on November 12, 2013 in North Hollywood, California. Serej was 57. |
▰ Rokia Haroon Markar Died April 14, … More Information |
Rokia Haroon Markar, born January 4, 1926 entered the Kingdom of Heaven April 14, 2020 in Westminster, California. Rokia was 94.
Family members and close friends: , A.j. Fresquez |
▰ Roberta Markan Died June 26, … More Information |
Roberta Markan, of Arroyo Grande, California, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master June 26, 2012. Roberta was 88. Obituary published: June 27, 2012 in "Santa Maria Times" |
▰ George Joseph Markan Died May 15, … More Information |
George Joseph Markan, born June 22, 1944 went to be with his Lord and Savior May 15, 2017 in California. George was 72.
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Obituary: George Joseph Markan, Jr., 72 years old, formerly of Norco, California, passed away on May 15, 2017 in Riverside. He was born on 22, 1944 in South Dakota to George and Nancy Markan. He is survived by his wife, Mary and their children, Timothy Markan, Teresa Thurin, Tina Markan, Steven Markan, Stacy Asman, Shawn Markan and Cherie Foraker. His 13 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and his siblings, Ronald Markan, John Markan and Nan Myers. George worked as a truck driver for Union Oil for over 39 years. Visitation will be held on , May 24, 2017, 5-8 pm, at Montecito Valley View Chapel, 3520 E. Washington St., Colton, California. Mass will be celebrated on , May 25, 2017, 11 am, at All Souls Mausoleum, 3510 E. Washington St., Colton, California. Burial will follow at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic . George will be dearly missed by his family and friends. May he rest in peace. |
▰ George Joseph Markan Jr Died May 15, … More Information |
George Joseph Markan Jr , born June 22, 1944 departed this life Sunday May 15, 2017 in Colton, California. George was 72.
Family members and close friends: , Kathi Markan |
▰ Patricia A Markall Died April 06, … More Information |
Patricia A Markall, born July 21, 1945 passed from this world into the next April 6, 2015 in Palm Springs, California. Patricia was 69.
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Obituary: Patricia A. Markall, 69, born on 21, 1945, in Pasadena,CA, passed away 6, 2015. She resided in Palm Springs,CA, at the time of her passing. are under the direction of Forest Lawn, Cathedral City, CA. |
▰ Jane (Janover) Markall Died August 10, … More Information |
Jane (Janover) Markall, age 64 of Palm Springs, California, entered the Kingdom of Heaven August 10, 2004. Obituary published: August 11, 2004 in "Desert Sun" |
▰ Shilla "Shea" Markakis Died January 04, … More Information |
Shilla "Shea" Markakis, of Santa Rosa, California, joined the Lord January 4, 2005. Shilla was 87. Obituary published: January 05, 2005 in "Contra Costa" |
▰ Shilla "Shea" Markakis Died January 04, … More Information |
Shilla "Shea" Markakis, of California, born in Milford, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully January 4, 2005. Shilla was 87. Obituary published: January 05, 2005 in "Press Demo" |
▰ Shilla "Shea" Markakis Died January 03, … More Information |
Shilla "Shea" Markakis, of California, born in Milford, Massachusetts, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord January 3, 2005. Shilla was 87. Obituary published: January 04, 2005 in "Press Demo" |
▰ Charles P [Wagner] Markakis Died July 05, … More Information |
Charles P [Wagner] Markakis, of Murphys, California, passed from this life on July 5, 2005. Charles was 69. Obituary published: July 06, 2005 in "Times-Star" |
▰ Charles P [Wagner] Markakis Died July 03, … More Information |
Charles P [Wagner] Markakis, age 69 of Murphys, California, entered eternal life July 3, 2005. Obituary published: July 04, 2005 in "Times-Star" |
▰ Charles P [Wagner] Markakis Died July 02, … More Information |
Charles P [Wagner] Markakis, age 69 of Murphys, California, entered Heaven's gates on July 2, 2005. Obituary published: July 03, 2005 in "Times-Star" |
▰ Charles P Markakis Died July 02, … More Information |
Charles P Markakis, a resident of Murphys, California for decades, died July 2, 2005 in Murphys, California at the age of 69. Obituary published: July 03, 2005 in "Contra Costa" |
▰ Charles P Markakis Died July 02, … More Information |
Charles P Markakis, of Murphys, California, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord July 2, 2005. Charles was 69. Obituary published: July 03, 2005 in "SF Chronicle" |
▰ Alvina M Marka Died February 16, … More Information | Alvina M Marka, born January 31, 1922 entered Heaven's gates on February 16, 2011 in Whittier, California. Alvina was 89. |
▰ Yuk Oi (Yung) Mark Died December 27, … More Information |
Yuk Oi (Yung) Mark, age 74 of California, passed away peacefully December 27, 2001. Obituary published: December 28, 2001 in "Stockton Record" |
▰ Thomas Lester Mark Died December 17, … More Information | Thomas Lester Mark, born February 13, 1958 entered the Kingdom of Heaven December 17, 2020 in San Francisco, California. THOMAS was 62. |
▰ Thomas James Mark Died June 17, … More Information | Thomas James Mark, born March 14, 1949 entered the Kingdom of Heaven June 17, 1973 in Whittier, California. THOMAS was 24. |
▰ Thomas Edwin Mark Died October 04, … More Information | Thomas Edwin Mark, born November 24, 1915 entered into eternal rest October 4, 1980 in Whittier, California. THOMAS was 64. |
▰ Suzanne June Mark Died May 17, … More Information | Suzanne June Mark, born April 9, 1943 went into the presence of the Lord on May 17, 1974 in Whittier, California. SUZANNE was 31. |
▰ Sun Kwock Mark Died February 26, … More Information | Sun Kwock Mark, born February 2, 1925 went to be with her Lord and Savior February 26, 2016 in San Francisco, California. Sun was 91. |
▰ Sun K Mark Died January 01, … More Information | |
▰ Sun Kwock Mark Died February 26, … More Information | Sun Kwock Mark, born February 2, 1925 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home February 26, 2016 in San Francisco, California. Sun was 91. |
▰ Steven Daniel Mark Died January 18, … More Information |
Steven Daniel Mark, born January 30, 1956 passed from this life on January 18, 2021 in Garden Grove, California. Steven was 64.
Family members and close friends: , Karen Gersna |
▰ Stephen B Mark Died December 11, … More Information | Stephen B Mark, born February 13, 1911 passed away peacefully December 11, 1972 in Whittier, California. STEPHEN was 61. |
▰ Stella Dora Mark Died March 05, … More Information | Stella Dora Mark, born October 16, 1883 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home March 5, 1971 in Whittier, California. STELLA was 87. |
▰ Stanley Mark Died August 25, … More Information | Stanley Mark, born April 29, 1924 passed from this life on August 25, 2019 in Mission Hills, California. STANLEY was 95. |
▰ Stanley Mark Died August 25, … More Information | Stanley Mark, born April 29, 1924 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord August 25, 2019 in Mission Hills, California. Stanley was 95. |
▰ Stanley Kay Mark Died July 14, … More Information | Stanley Kay Mark, born September 14, 1925 died on July 14, 1982 in Whittier, California. STANLEY was 56. |
▰ Soon H Mark Died July 14, … More Information | Soon H Mark, born February 26, 1923 passed away peacefully July 14, 2019 in Stockton, California. Soon was 96. |
▰ Sol Mark Died January 22, … More Information |
Sol Mark passed away January 22, 2015 in Delhi, California.
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Obituary: Sol passed away on , 22, 2015. Sol was a resident of Delhi, California at the time of passing. Sol was married to Lema. |
▰ Sol Mark Died January 27, … More Information |
Sol Mark, age 83 of Turlock, California, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home January 27, 2015. Obituary published: January 28, 2015 in "Modesto Bee" |
▰ Siu Sim Mark Died August 26, … More Information | Siu Sim Mark, born June 21, 1925 went to be with the Lord on August 26, 2016 in San Francisco, California. Siu was 91. |
▰ Siu Foon Wong Mark Died July 23, … More Information | Siu Foon Wong Mark, born February 10, 1938 passed away peacefully July 23, 2020 in Colma, California. Siu was 82. |
▰ Shirley Mark Died January 08, … More Information |
Shirley Mark, of Los Angeles, California, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord January 8, 2004. Shirley was 79. Obituary published: January 09, 2004 in "Los Angeles T" |
▰ Shirley Shoshana Mark Died September 05, … More Information | Shirley Shoshana Mark, born September 2, 1920 died on September 5, 2013 in Mission Hills, California. Shirley was 93. |
▰ Sarah Elizabeth (Krusi)[Pollard] Mark Died November 03, … More Information |
Sarah Elizabeth (Krusi)[Pollard] Mark, age 87 of California, went into the presence of the Lord on November 3, 2000. Obituary published: November 04, 2000 in "Oakland Tribune" |
▰ Samuel Rowan Mark Died November 10, … More Information | Samuel Rowan Mark, born August 6, 1906 entered eternal life November 10, 1973 in Whittier, California. SAMUEL was 67. |
▰ Sally Mark Died December 06, … More Information |
Sally Mark, age 80 of California, born in Youngstown, Ohio, went into the presence of the Lord on December 6, 1996. Obituary published: December 07, 1996 in "Los Angeles T" |
▰ Roslyn Lois Mark Died January 31, … More Information |
Roslyn Lois Mark, born January 28, 1932 left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 31, 2021 in Mission Hills, California. Roslyn was 89.
Family members and close friends: , Marc Kane |
▰ Rosalie (Klain) Mark Died November 15, … More Information |
Rosalie (Klain) Mark went into the presence of the Lord on November 15, 2002 in California. Obituary published: November 16, 2002 in "Times-Star" |
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