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Albert Ohanesian Obituary

OHANESIAN, ALBERT Mr. Albert Ohanesian, age 89, passed away Thursday June 26, 2014. He was born on October 27, 1924. He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, Lorraine Ignasiak, sisters, Nevart (Louie) Haroutunian, Pauline (Larry) Shafer, Rose Brew (Charles) Kahns, brother, Charles H. Ohanesian (Peggy). He is survived by his wife, Rose Mary; children, Albert, Jr. (Lori) Ohanesian, Araxe (Ray) VanderMeulen, James (Priscilla) Ohanesian, and Jane Ohanesian; his step-children, Michael (Alice) Kennedy, Denine (Dan) Hartwig, William (Virginia) Kennedy and Thomas Kennedy; 11 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews and many great-grand-nieces and nephews. Albert graduated from Union High School, and shortly thereafter was called to serve in WWII. He joined the Air Force Cadet Program at Butler University in Indiana intending to be a Pilot, but the program was cancelled and he was assigned to the 8th Armored Division, in Louisiana as a rifleman with the Armored Infantry in the European Theatre including Belgium, Holland, and Germany. He received several medals, among them the "Bronze Star" (for bravery under fire). After the war, he continued relations with several of his "army buddies" meeting at conventions each year and traveled to Europe with the group to revisit old battle grounds in 2000. After the war he became the concessionaire at the "Old" Welsh Civic Auditorium and summers were spent with a Popcorn/Carmel Corn business at county fairs and festivals, which earned him the name of "Carmel Corn King" among his many friends. He was a life member of Grand Rapids Masonic Lodge # 34 , an avid life member of Saladin Shrine and played in the Oriental Band at many parades in West Michigan. He was a life member of the American Legion Post 0356 in Grand Rapids. His hobbies were golfing (Great Lakes Seniors), cards and traveling. A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at 11 AM at St. Paul Anglican Church. Memorial donations may be made to the National Parkinson's Association.


Published by Grand Rapids Press from Jun. 29 to Jul. 13, 2014.
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Rosie, I was saddened to see that Al had passed away. He was a lovely person. You have my deepest sympathy. (from a fellow Union HS grad)

Suzie Briola Cichon

July 15, 2014

Rosie, I was saddened to see that Al had passed away. He was a lovely person and you have my deepest sympathy. (from a fellow Union HS grad)

Suzie Briola Cichon

July 15, 2014

Laura Hecker

July 1, 2014

We feel blessed to have known Al. We have great memories of our visits after walking at the Mall & then later having coffee with both of you at the Coffee Shop - and also at your lovely Condo. We are very sorry that our schedule didn't allow us to come to the visitation at the funeral home - and the Memorial is over a weekend that we will be out of town for a wedding. Rose - we know that you were a wonderful care-giver to Al in his last times spent here on earth - and we pray that you will be at peace, knowing that he is in a better place. You have our sincere sympathy on your loss of a dear loved one.

Pete & betty Dykstra

July 1, 2014

My deepest sympathy's, Al was a great man, Think of him every time I go golfing, He always told me Hit em long & straight,,,,, Will never forget him

Jeff Prince

June 30, 2014

Dear Rose and Al's Family:

We are so sad to hear about Al's passing. We cherish the memories of you and Al coming to San Diego to visit us. Our kids loved the beach walk in Coronado and afterwards, the yummy ice cream treats with you and Al. He will be so missed. We pray for you and your family, and may God bless you with peace in your hearts.

With much love and respect,

Helen, Brian, Kiana and Kayla Olow

Helen Olow

June 30, 2014

I am sorry to hear of Uncle Al's passing. What a great man and many fond memories. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Nancy Ignasiak Burk Karas

June 30, 2014

I'm so sorry to about Grandpa Ohanesian. He was a wonderful man and I loved him very much. Your family will be in my prayers as you go through this difficult time.

Dawn DeWitt

June 30, 2014

I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to know Al. He truly made my day whenever I saw him. He defined "The Greatest Generation"!!

Jon Curry

June 30, 2014

Dear Rose, I am so sorry to hear of Al's passing. Will keep you and your family in my prayers while you are going through this difficult time.

Alice Ziegler

June 29, 2014

Al will be missed by so many people in West Michigan. He worked hard and helped a lot of people get a start in life.

Jim Fahlstedt

June 29, 2014

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