Ann L. Kabian

Ann Kabian Obituary

Ann L. (Sisoian) Kabian, 81, died Friday, December 7, 2007 at her home in Falmouth. Her husband, Nerses John Kabian died in 1991. She leaves three daughters, Adrienne Kabian of Worcester, Robin Markarian of Holden and her fiancé Michael Miller, and Lisa Gentile and her husband Michael of Westborough; a brother, Anthony Sisoian of Leominster; a sister, Lucy Costas of Shrewsbury; 4 grandchildren, Jason Markarian of Los Angeles, Adam Markarian of San Francisco, Rachael Markarian of Los Angeles, and Justin Gentile of Westborough; and several nieces & nephews. Her brothers, Armand and Martin Sisoian predeceased her. Ann was born in Whitinsville, daughter of Hovhannes "John" and Aravek "Mary" (Soukikian) Sisoian.

Ann owned and operated Highland House Coiffures in Worcester. She also owned and operated "Kloths by Kabian", a party and wedding consultant business. While living in the Worcester area, Ann was an active member of the Armenian Church of Our Saviour where she served as past chairman of the Women's Guild and the Cultural Organization and was a member of Daughters of Vartan Santoukht #5. Ann also chaired many cultural events and several fundraisers for the church and the community. She volunteered at the Worcester Art Museum for six years as a Members Council and six years as a Corporator. She was Program Editor for the Memorial Hospital Aid Society for several fundraising events. From 1992-2007, Ann was conference director and assistant administrator at The Brain Center in Mashpee and also volunteered at the JML Care Center of Falmouth. She served on the parish council and the building fund committee and was chairman of the Women's Guild for the Armenian Church of Cape Cod.

Funeral services will be held at the Armenian Church of Our Saviour, 87 Salisbury Street, Worcester MA 01609, Tuesday, Dec. 11 at 10:30 a.m. Burial will be in Hope Cemetery. Calling Hours will be held at Nordgren Memorial Chapel, 300 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA 01605 Monday, Dec.10 from 5-8 p.m. A Dahngark service will be held during calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Armenian Church of Our Saviour or the Doreen Grace Fund, The Brain Center, 33 Seanest Drive, Mashpee, MA 02649. For directions to the funeral home and on-line condolences, please visit:

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Dec. 9, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Ann Kabian

6 Entries

David & Maryann Melkonian

December 12, 2007

Adrienne
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

David & Maryann Melkonian

June Robillard

December 11, 2007

Dear Adrienne, I am so sorry to hear of Ann's passing. She was a very special lady and my contact with your Mom began 7 years ago at the Brain Center each month as I set up the monthly Reiki clinic. When she was first diagnosed and still working at the Center I would spend time with her doing a Reiki treatment each month after setting up the clinic. I always came away feeling Ann had given me a special lift. I will remember her dry humor and kindness always and know you are at peace in your heart now that she has returned home. God bless you and your family.
June Robillard

Lin Ormondroyd

December 10, 2007

Dear Adrienne, Robin, Lisa & Family,
It was with saddness and fond memories that I read of the recent passing of Ann. I worked with your Dad John for many years at the former Mass. Job Training, now called Training Resources of America, Inc. And of course, I met Ann through John. I will always remember her as meticulous, fashionable, gracious, and the consumate hostess. She and John were a wonderful couple, so well suited for each other and such a "class act." I hope you find comfort in knowing they are together again. Blessings to you all,
(Ms.) Lin Ormondroyd

Linda Donoian

December 10, 2007

Adrienne,

We are so sorry for your loss. We understand how difficult it is to lose a parent. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Love,
Greg and Linda Donoian

Mark Shahinian

December 9, 2007

Dear Adrienne, Robin and Lisa,

It seems like only a short time ago when my father would take me to visit Auntie Ann. Enamored with her sense of style; I remember the art and sculpture she created in her home on Beeching Street, which she put together effortlessly. Rather than a current trend she helped me realize the value of personal style in one’s self and one’s home. I extend my deepest sympathy with you at this time.

Adrienne and Mike Ovian

December 9, 2007

Dear Adrienne - with our deepest sympathy on the loss of a great Mom and caring person. We are so sorry that we cannot be there with you at this time; however, so happy that our last memory of Ann was at our home with you for dinner. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you in the weeks ahead.

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