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RICHARD AHIGIAN Obituary

AHIGIAN, Richard Sr. Of Westwood, December 28, 2012. Beloved husband of Janet (Boucher) Ahigian. Devoted father of Richard Jr., John, and Matthew Ahigian. Loving son of John and Margaret Ahigian. Brother of John Ahigian and his wife Iva, Jayne Andonian and her husband Kaspar, and Jim Ahigian and his wife Doreen. Loving uncle of Melissa, Deanna, Adriana, J.J., John A., John C., Aram, Derin, Katerina, Armen, George, and Angelika. Funeral service at Saint James Armenian Church, 465 Mount Auburn Street, Watertown, on Thursday, January 3 at 12 noon. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours at the Aram Bedrosian Funeral Home, 558 Mount Auburn Street, WATERTOWN, on Wednesday from 4 - 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Saint James Armenian Church. Interment services are private.

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 29 to Dec. 31, 2012.

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John Doyle

August 10, 2017

So sorry to be reading that Richie has passed. I knew him when I worked at You Do It, way back about 1970.
Just so sad. John Doyle

February 17, 2013

To the ahigian family, Ritchie was an amazing person. So sorry for your loss. I feel so fortunate to have known Ritchie. may your wonderful memories of Ritchie give you comfort.
Kenny Pimental

Bill & Maryellen Irvine

January 4, 2013

Dear Janet, Rich, John & Matt:

So sorry to hear of Richie's passing. We all have such great memories of summer ball, the Dennis Tournament and the great post season parties in Scituate, at the Grandfield's home!

Rich was a great guy with a big heart and always had a kind word for everyone!

Our deepest condolences for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Bill and Maryellen Irvine & Family

Jackie Magnarelli

January 4, 2013

so sorry for your loss blessings to the entire family

Mary Ann Pecararo Latter

January 4, 2013

Rich had a special compassion for living life. Always smiling and always there for his family. God bless you all.

Janis Urbanek

January 3, 2013

To the entire Ahigian family, my sympathy on Rich's passing. I often was greeted by Rich when I was walking in our Westwood neighborhood and know that he left this world far too soon.

January 3, 2013

Janet, Sorry for you and your Family's Loss of Richard, may he RIP.
Bill Gibbons

Lynda Smith

January 3, 2013

Janet, I am so sorry to hear about your very dear husband, Richie. My heart goes out to you and your family. He was such a nice guy and glad we got to spend some time together in May...your in my thoughts and prayers.

Dave Rice

January 2, 2013

Jim and entire Ahigian family, wishing you peace at this time of loss.

Chuck Comanse

January 2, 2013

I will miss Rich Greatly. He was a wonderful friend. God bless him and his family and please give them strength during these very difficult times.

Liz Anderson

January 2, 2013

My heart goes out to the Ahigian family.

Agostina Di Fiore

January 2, 2013

Remembering the entire Ahigian family and Richard in our minds and in our hearts.
We send you thoughts of peace and courage. Peppino, Agostina Alex & Natasha Di Fiore

Mike Regan

January 2, 2013

Richie was the best! I always looked forward to seeing him at the ball field or out to dinner. I loved when we would needle each other and see that big smile and hear that great laugh.He was always happy,funny and a great guy to be around.

Lois PIERCE

January 2, 2013

Please accept my condolences. Rich was a kind and loving man.May he rest in peace.

Karen Semerjian

January 2, 2013

Janet and children: I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your beloved husband and father Richard. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the Ahigian family at this most difficult and very sad time.

Nancy L Robitaille

January 1, 2013

To your family from ours, very sorry for the loss of your loved one, may your sadness turn to loving memories.

Castillo Family

January 1, 2013

Richie was a wonderful brother in law and uncle. We remember him as always being kind & compassionate. We all loved him. Our hearts are with Janet, Richie jr., Jon, Matt, John & Margaret Ahigian and the entire Ahigian family.

January 1, 2013

to the entire Ahighian family..so sorry for your loss.. my prayers and thoughts are with you . Jackie Magnarelli

Ann Mare Beltis

January 1, 2013

So sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you all...

tim foley

January 1, 2013

So sorry for you're loss....great guy...

Brian Pray

January 1, 2013

Condolences to family. RIP Rich. God Bless.

Arnie Goodrich

January 1, 2013

What a great guy played on a little league all star team with him in 1969 he will be missed. RIP Rich

January 1, 2013

We know that Rich is in God's light today. He was so special that a special place is reserved for him in Heaven. We will miss him terribly
Harry & Kay Boucher His in-laws.

Joyce Frasca Jacobs

January 1, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Rich was a very special guy. Thoughts and prayers for him and you all.

Stacey, Fouad and Adam Amiz

December 31, 2012

Richie was such a special person. So warm and witty, and truly dedicated to his family. We send our love and support to Janet, Richie Jr., John and Matthew during this difficult time of loss. -Love and blessings-

Gregory Lovett

December 31, 2012

Richie, John and Matt,

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers

Gail Metcalf

December 31, 2012

Janet, I was truly saddened to her of your recent loss and extend my sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of your husband.
My sincere sympathy.
Gail Metcalf

Larry Leblanc

December 31, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear of Richard's passing. He was a fine man and a great guy to work with. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Ahigian family.

LOU & DEBBIE FERRERI

December 31, 2012

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

December 30, 2012

richie is the best! He is a brother to me always. He loved life, and family like no one else, and never complained about a thing, always willing to help anyone. Everyone will miss you!-Paul Boucher

Melanie & Gary Donoian & family

December 30, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to Rich and the Ahigian family. Our thoughts are with you. May your dad rest in peace.

winthrop briggs

December 30, 2012

john & honey--my sympathy on your loss.
thoughts & prayers for you both.
sincerely,win & sue briggs

Michael waishek

December 30, 2012

I am truly sorry to hear of Richards passing. I spoke with him not long ago. Many things he taught me and told me I use in my life every day. He was a great guy and one of the sharpest smartest guys I have ever met. He will be in my thoughts for life. I am lucky to have known him.
Michael Waishek

Louise, Bill and family Mullen

December 29, 2012

To our wonderful friends, the Ahigians, words cannot express the
sadness we feel over the death of Chief. Our love and prayers to
Janet and the boys and all the Ahigian family. We will cherish all
the happy memories. Love, The Mullens

Domnajean Ahigian

December 29, 2012

Love to all that know him, and loved his special spirit.
Domnajean and Jeff

Deborah Nash-Palmer

December 29, 2012

Words cannot express such a sad loss. Deepest sympathy

Andrew Puopolo

December 29, 2012

Thoughts and prayers are with the Ahigian's. Great memories with the family in the Bahamas and throughout life in Westwood. Rest peacefully, Chief.

Allan Nyborn

December 29, 2012

My sympathy goes out to the whole Ahigian family. May God and the strong union of your family be a comfort to you.

Debra Castrechini/Bencal

December 29, 2012

My prayers go out to you Janet and the entire Ahigian Family. Richie had a big heart and sweet smile and will always be remembered.
My deeprst sympathies.

carol mccusker

December 29, 2012

Very sorry to hear of your father's death. special thoughts....

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