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DR. HARRY B. MOORDIGIAN

HARRY MOORDIGIAN Obituary

Dr. Harry B. Moordigian, Jr., age 76, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 11, 2015, at the California Armenian Home in Fresno, CA, with family at his bedside. He was born in Sanger, CA, to Harry Sr. and Nevart (Sohigian) Moordigian on January 14, 1939. A graduate of Sanger High School and Fresno State College, he served in the United States Army for two years in Korea, and went on to obtain a Doctorate of Dental Surgery at Washington University Dental School in St. Louis, MO, graduating in 1969. He retired in 2011, from a 41 year successful dental practice. He was a member of the American Dental Association, Triple X Fraternity, Sanger Tigers, and Knights of Vartan. Dr. Moordigian has actively supported Fresno State since the 1970's, when he joined the Bulldog Foundation. Since then, his contributions have supported numerous programs including the Armenian Studies Department and Bulldog athletics. In 2007, he honored his parents, Harry and Nevart Moordigian, by establishing an endowment to support students in the Department of Viticulture and Enology. He gave a generous donation to The Fresno Family Counseling Center, run by Fresno State's Kremen School of Education and Human Development, which helps expand mental health services in the Central Valley. He also donated to the South Valley Education Initiative which will provide scholarships to South Valley students. Dr. Moordigian's latest gift established an endowment to enhance the Jordan Agricultural Research Center's microbiology laboratory. This space will be named the Dr. Harry B. Moordigian, Jr. Laboratory and will be used by students and faculty to research microorganisms in food processing and wine production. His life will be celebrated in the spring prior to the ribbon cutting ceremony for the lab. Dr. Moordigian was preceded in death by his mother Nevart; father Harry; and step-mother, Victoria (Antoyan). He is survived by his daughter, Gina Dean and her husband Nathan, and their two sons, Griffin and Nicholas, of Fresno; daughter, Lisa Moordigian; ex-wife and friend, Judy Moordigian; and many cousins and friends he considered family. Cremation was arranged by The Neptune Society. In keeping with his wishes, a service will be held private. Remembrances may be made in Harry's honor to Fresno State's Agriculture Department and Education Department; or The California Armenian Home.

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Published by Fresno Bee on Nov. 21, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
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Linda Durham

February 19, 2024

I was so sad to see that Harry had passed. I truly loved that man. He was my dentist for many years, and the best dentist I ever had. No one could compare with him in the dental industry. It breaks my heart to know that he's not with us anymore. I so wanted to reconnect with him..... I haven't had a great dentist since him.

Tamara Merrell

December 11, 2015

It has been a month since you have past and I have not been able to find the words to express the lose we all have felt with you no longer here. You have touched so many peoples lives in the 76 years this earth had been blessed with your presence and your legacy will continue to touch even more lives. Harry, I never got a chance to meet you in person but one life that you not only touched but bring into this world is my Best Friend Lisa. Because my Lisa Bear has lost her Daddy my heart feels this lose as well. I want to thank you for being the reason I have her in my life. Lisa has shared so much about you with me, I won't share everything here but the sweetest things said was "He never turned a single person away, always doing pro bono work, he gave and gave so much of himself I always wished he gave more to himself. But in his own way he was." I can relate to this because I love helping people, And you were happiest when you were helping others. Your heart is truly priceless. I will clip the rose here for now and send my love to you and your loved ones.

Conrad Sanborn

December 8, 2015

Gina & LIsa, I was saddened to see your father's obituary in the Fresno Bee & I send my condolences! May the Lord bless you with peace & comfort!! You McLane Math Teacher, Conrad Sanborn

Denise Fleming

December 4, 2015

R.I.P. Dr. Moordigian, you were the best dentist who provided the best care for me and my family. It was sad to see you retire and now even more sad to see you gone. My condolences are with your family. You will be truly missed.

Mike Greenfield

December 2, 2015

RIP Dr Harry Moordigian and condolences to the Moordigian family

Eva Polanco

December 1, 2015

Dr Moordigian was a wonderful dentist who provided me & my family with humorous & friendly service. He will be missed. My sincere condolences to his family. RIP

Shannon Fast

November 30, 2015

Dear Harry, you were one of the first people I met when I came to Fresno State, and the kindness and generosity you shared that day became a constant in our friendship. I am forever grateful to have known you and I will always be thankful for the time (and treats) you shared with me. You're forever in our hearts. God bless you and your family. Love, Shannon, Clay, Emily and John

Patricia Mordigan Hawkins

November 30, 2015

Harry was truly the patriarch of the Moordig Family. I can't believe he is gone. His beautiful smile - his wonderful laugh...How I wish we had spent more time together. I will miss him dearly and I know that he is spending time now with his Mom, Dad and cousins in the Moordig Compound in Heaven. Say hello to my folks too Harry.
Sending Love to Judy, Gina and Lisa.

Judy Moordigian

November 27, 2015

First Thanksgiving without you in 50 years. It's been hard to believe you're gone.

Gina Dean

November 26, 2015

I missed you today, Dad. I think about every day.

Judy Moordigian

November 24, 2015

We shared some good times and two wonderful children Harry. I will miss calling you and getting "Pickles" cartoons sent in the mail. You were the best dentst! Have a peaceful rest and I'll see you when I get there.

Cindy Henard

November 24, 2015

Harry was my dentist for 24 years. We had some great conversations over the years. He will truly be missed by me and my family. Condolences to his family who he talked about often.

Sarah Schmidt

November 24, 2015

It was an absolute pleasure to know you Harry. Thank you for sharing your light with me, and all of us at Fresno State. We all feel blessed to have known you, and so grateful for the gift of your time with us. You are already missed. I look forward to the day when we can talk over an armenian pastry again. Until then, smiles and hugs to you. Sarah and Jeff (& Tyson and Wesley)

Lisa Moordigian

November 23, 2015

I never would have thought that so many things I see or I hear in just one day would remind me of you. Each and every one makes me smile. I miss you daddy. And even though you're not here, I still need you. I hope you can hear me when I talk to you, because I have been since the day you left. Remembering you is easy. Missing you is hard. To have just one more day with you would be my wish, but I accept you went home to be at peace. I love you daddy, and I will continue to make you proud.

November 23, 2015

Dr. Harry it was truly a privilege to know you. I missed the first part of your life but we made up for those missed years during the last part. Our times together and friendly banter will be cherished forever. Your loving friend, Ken G

Kevin Shannon

November 23, 2015

John 14:1-4 Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father's house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also. And you know the way to where I am going.

Kevin Shannon

November 23, 2015

Although we didn't get to meet in person our correspondence through letters was very gratifying. Even the reminder of leaving something important out "DR." a lasting impression i will always remember. Thank you im sure the angles in heaven said come on in Dr.Moordigian

Gina Dean

November 23, 2015

I love you, Dad. May you rest in PEACE.

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