PHILIP T. MANOOGIAN

Phil Manoogian, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother-in-law, uncle and friend, entered into his eternal rest on Saturday, September 17, 2011, after a courageous battle with cancer. Phil was born on March 9, 1943, in Reedley to Philip and Margaret Manoogian. He attended Dinuba High School, Reedley College, and graduated from Fresno State College in1968. He continued his education, earning a Teaching Credential in 1969 and began his educational career with the Fresno Unified School District (FUSD). After teaching for three years, he entered into administration as Vice Principal and eventually into the Special Education Department. In 1982, at attended Fresno Pacific College and earned a Master's Degree in Educational Administration. He worked as the Director of Special Education for 22 years, and ended his career in the Student Services/Transfers Department as an Administrative Manager. Phil worked in FUSD for 35 years, retiring in 2004 to spend more time with his family. Phil married Jackie Surabian of Reedley on September 2, 1967. Their union was blessed with two daughters, Pamela and Suzanne. They were truly the light of his life, and he enjoyed being an active participant in everything they did. He read with them nightly, had tea parties, beamed with pride at their dance recitals, cheered them at their sporting events, and helped them with their homework and school projects. He also enjoyed taking his girls fishing, to Indian Guides, and Fresno State sporting events. He was also an avid San Francisco 49er and Giants fan and passed that enthusiasm onto his daughters. He and Jackie enjoyed many family vacations with their girls. There was nothing more important or valuable to Phil that spending time with his family. In 1994, his daughter Pam married Matthew Jendian. Adding to his joy was the birth of his two grandsons, Joshua and Nicholas. He cherished every moment he spent with them, playing an active role in their lives. In 2006, his family grew once again when his daughter Suzanne married Darrin Peters. Adding more joy to the family was the addition of two more grandchildren, Paige and Cole. He loved being "Papa" to all of his grandchildren. Phil was an active member of St. Paul Armenian Church, where he served on the Parrish Council, was a member of the Men's Forum, served as Sunday School superintendent, and coached ACYO volleyball Team for many years. In 2009, he received the 'Hye Spirit Award', for his may years of dedicated service to the Church. Phil was also a member of the Knight's of Vartan, Sanger Tigers, and Selma Triple X-Fraternity, where he served as Master, and chaired many committees. In addition, Phil was a strong supporter of Fresno State Athletics and a member of the Bulldog Foundation. Our family would like to thank Dr. Rod Kraft, Dr. Robert Chambers, Dr. John Garry, Dr. Christopher Julian, Dr. Peter Wittlinger, Dr. Manhu John, Dr. Dexter Estrada, and the entire staff at St. Agnes Cancer Center for their devoted care throughout the years. Many thanks also to the staff at St. Agnes 4th Floor CICU for their compassion during Phil's final days, and to Precious King who was always there when needed. Phil will be remembered as a man of integrity and compassion who touched many lives. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Phil is preceded in death by his parents, Philip and Margaret; an infant son Robert; brother Charles; and brother-in-law, Jerry Surabian. He is survived by his loving wife Jackie; his daughter, Pamela Jendian and her husband Matthew of Clovis, his daughter, Suzanne Peters and her husband Darrin of Fresno; grandchildren, Joshua and Nicholas, Jendian and Paige and Cole Peters. He is also survived by sisters-in-law, Jane Corbett, Sharon Schmidt, and Janice Surabian; brother-in-law, Dennis Surabian; and many loving cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. Visitation will be held at Cairns Funeral Home in Reedley on Thursday, September 22, 2011, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. A Knight's of Vartan Service will begin at 7:00 p.m. followed by a Home Service. A Funeral Service will be held at St. Paul Armenian Church, 3767 N. First Street in Fresno on Friday, September 23, 2011, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Remembrances may be made to St. Paul Armenian Church; the California Armenian Home; or donor's favorite charity.