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Paul Arakelian Obituary

Of Dedham and Delray Beach, FL, July 31, 2008. Beloved husband of Kegvart "Kay" (Sergenian) Arakelian. Devoted father of Karen Ucuz and her husband Dickran of Westwood and Charles "Chuck" Arakelian and his wife Angela of Lynnfield. Loving grandfather of Gregoire and Juliana Ucuz; Charles II, Jonathan and Angela Arakelian. Son of the late Charles & Alice (Kashian) Arakelian and cherished son-in-law of the late Kaloost & Keghanoush Sergenian. Dear brother of Louise Zouranjian of Lexington, Eleanor Arakelian of Belmont and the late Arthur Arakelian of Arlington. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Services at St. Stephen's Armenian Church, 38 Elton Ave., Watertown, Mon., August 4 at 11:00 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours will be held in the sanctuary of St. Stephen's Armenian Church Sun. 4-8 p.m. Entombment Newton Cemetery, Newton. Expressions of sympathy may be made in his memory to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Development Office, 330 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215. Make checks payable to Beth Israel and please put in the memo: Research of Dr. Christopher Gibbons. Paul was the former President and founder of Bay State Pool Supplies and a member of the Armenian Assembly and Amvets Post 41. Veteran WWII, Army Air Corp. For complete information, directions, and guest book please visit giragosianfuneralhome.com. Giragosian Funeral Home 617-924-0606

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 1 to Aug. 3, 2008.

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Colleen Brennan-Russo

September 1, 2008

We are sorry to hear of Paul's passing.
In years past, I fondly rembember enjoying many happy times in Florida, and here at home with Kay, Paul, Chuckie, Angela & family.
Wonderful people, wonderful memories to hold in my heart.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Arakelian family.
Sincerely, Colleen, Connie & Cindy

Barbara Tutelian

August 31, 2008

Mrs Arakelian, Chuck and Karen:
Sorry for your loss. My memory of Mr A was a very kind, supportive Dad. May he now rest in loving peace. On behalf of all my sisters our deepest sympathy and regards

Charles and John Stafford

August 6, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Richard Varadian

August 5, 2008

Dear Kay, Chuck, Karen and families, Our condolences on the loss of your dear husband, father, and grandfather. May he rest in peace. Asdvadz hokeen loosavoreh.
Sincerely, Richard and Linda Varadian

the Ross family Don & Darren

August 4, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Robert,Theresa,Kristina,Robert JR mckenna

August 1, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The McKenna Family

Alice and Virginia Talanian/Childs

August 1, 2008

Our Deepest Sympathies to you and your family.

Carol and Earle Bestick

August 1, 2008

Our thoughts and best wishes go out to Chuck and his family on the loss of his father.

He will be missed by us.

August 1, 2008

Dear Karen,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Ruth and Jerry Page

August 1, 2008

To Mr. Arakelian's family,
Our sincere sympathy during this very difficult time. May your pleasant memories be a comfort to you.
Sincerely,
All of the staff at Metropolitan Air Conditioning

Mike Casey

August 1, 2008

Mr. Arakelian,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the U.S. Army Air Forces during WW II and for being a member of the Greatest Generation. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Lindsay Sillari

August 1, 2008

My deepest condolences go out to the Arakelian family.

I know Paul will be missed by everyone. May the many happy memories help you all through this difficult time.

My thoughts and prayers....

Tim Ivey

August 1, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Chuck and his Family. God Bless.

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