John Christopher Shirinian, 33

John Christopher Shirinian, 33, of Lawn Street, Attleboro, died unexpectedly at his residence on Monday, November 2, 2009.

Born in Providence, Rhode Island on September 29, 1976, he was a loving son of John E. and Sheila Ann (McCarron) Shirinian of Attleboro. He was a lifelong resident of the City of Attleboro where he was raised and educated.

In earlier years, Mr. Shirinian was a communicant of St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Church in South Attleboro.

For the past three years he was employed as an electrician for Innovative Electric in Attleboro Falls.

He treasured the time spent boating and fishing on fresh and salt water.

Mr. Shirinian was a devoted football fan.

In addition to his parents, he leaves a son: Ryan Edward Shirinian of Attleboro; a sister: Cheri Ann DiPaolo of Pawtucket, Rhode Island; four nieces: Darianna Shirinian, his special and loving niece, of Attleboro and Lisa, Sidney and Haileigh DiPaolo all of Pawtucket, Rhode Island; his paternal grandmother: Theresa (Paul) Shirinian of Attleboro and several aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family members.

He was the paternal grandson of the late Simon Shirinian and was the maternal grandson of the late Eugene and Helen (Duffy) McCarron.

Visitation will be strictly private.

Strictly private funeral services will be held in the “Memorial Chapel” of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home – the national historic Colonel Obed Robinson House, 161 Commonwealth Avenue, Village of Attleboro Falls, North Attleboro with the Rev. Victor Chaupetta, M.S., of the National Shrine of Our Lady of LaSalette, Attleboro, officiating.

Burial will be private.

Please omit flowers. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Mr. Shirinian’s name to the Dyer-Lake Charitable Foundation, Inc., a registered 501 (c) 3 organization, 161 Commonwealth Avenue, North Attleboro, MA 02760 to benefit local non-profit organizations during the holiday season.

For additional information or to send the family a written expression of sympathy, please visit an online register book at www.dyer-lakefuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home, 161 Commonwealth Avenue, Village of Attleboro Falls, North Attleboro. (508) 695-0200.

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Published by Boston Globe on Nov. 4, 2009.

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David Gagne

July 25, 2012

John, I found myself thinking about high school and faces that I have not seen since our graduation in 1995. I thought of you, so I decided to google your name. To my shock I found that you have left us way to early. There is a lump in my throat and a sadness knowing that you are gone. While reading the kind words from friends and family I learned that you have a son named Ryan. I see you in his face and I'm sure he has your happy personality with a big smile. I was thinking about of our days (3 years!!) in Electricity with Mr. Rysk, PeteJ, JohnC, and a few other guys (Jay, Scott) that bounced in and out. Then I was flipping through the pictures of you in this guestbook I saw a couple of them that struck me. The picture of you with the hair and leather...This is the picture of you that I have in my head from 1995. Then there is a more recent one where it's just your face with a big smile...This one made me laugh, this is also the John I remember. Thanks for being letting me hang with you and the dudes. I'm glad I got to know you and I see that you will definitely be missed. To the family and friends, I'm so very, very sorry for your loss.

joette ducharme

July 9, 2012

thinking about you today miss you always

December 25, 2011

Merry Christmas John!

December 11, 2011

miss you always.

Sarah deMelo

September 29, 2011

Happy Birthday John! Thinking of you today!

scott williams

September 26, 2011

hey john, i was sitting here at work and you popped up in my thoughts....miss ya all the time.I will never forget all the fun we had as kids, teens,ect....I wish we hung out more as adults and you will always hold a special place in my heart...

Janice Trahan

September 25, 2011

Sometimes I get so angry and sad John. You should still be here! But also remember what was good and talk to Ryan about you....

Blessings and Peace

mike p

September 23, 2011

your still remembered . you always will be.

April 7, 2011

its been over a year now and it still feels like yesterday. missing you more each day pest in peace brother. I miss you

Janice Trahan

November 4, 2010

Thinking of you John and of your family today.
Blessings and Peace

Jean Asadoorian

November 4, 2010

Keeping Johns friends and family in my thoughts today...especially Ryan.

Melanie Davis

November 2, 2010

One year today since you've been gone. I remember when we were just kids in school, our early 20's and our kids being friends. I have so many great memories with you included. I wish there could have been more but I know you are in a better place now and I will never forget the good times we all had together.

Sarah deMelo

November 2, 2010

So it's been one year now though it still feels like yesterday. Ryan is doing well and remains close to your family. I wish you could see how much he's grown and changed in the last year. From a boy to a man, with a deep voice I'm still not use to. Peace be with you.

June 28, 2010

words cannot describe the feelings of emptiness and loss we all have without you. The summer is here and I miss you sooooo much. It wont be the same as last year. I wish this were all a bad dream. I hope that wherever you are is a much better place and that you are watching over all of us!! xoxo

June 21, 2010

john happy fathers day hope you enjoy your day love you john and miss you you every day

Sarah deMelo

April 5, 2010

Today is Ryan's birthday and I'm sure he'll be thinking of you. Thirteen years ago today we welcomed our most precious gift from God. Watch over him!

Christin & Amber O'Leary

December 30, 2009

Hi John we missed you for Christmas and miss you everyday. It's not the same without you. We are all watching over Ryan and Dari for you. Happy New Year. We love you!

cheri dipaolo

December 29, 2009

happy new year john we miss you more each day. love and miss you forever cheri

Sarah deMelo

December 24, 2009

Merry Christmas John! We got Ryan the Xbox he's been wanting and added your name to it because I know you wanted to get it for him this year. You will be missed.

cheryl shirinian

November 24, 2009

Auntie Shelia and Uncle John, I'm sorry for our families loss and especially of your beloved son John. I know we've grown apart, but the memories will always be the same. I will always remeber my dear cousin John. He always wanted to be around us Shirinian girls because he was the youngest and wanted to be the pestful one. Susan Cheri, John and myself riding our bicycles on Lawn St. There are many loving memories and I love you all and wish I would have known to pay my respects in person and to be with my family. John, my cousin my thoughts always say hi to grandpa and my father Richard too... They will look over you as you will look upon your family.
My Love Always Cheryl Shirinian 475-1472

November 20, 2009

November 12, 2009

LYNN CRORY (DeNeneo)

November 11, 2009

SORRY TO HEAR THE LOSS OF JOHN.I DIDNT KNOW HIM BUT WENT TO SCHOOL WITH CHERI IN MIDDLE SCHOOL.MAY HE REST IN PEACE

Carolyn & Kevin Haynes

November 11, 2009

Our deepest, deepest sympathy to your family. You are in our hearts and prayers.

November 11, 2009

John,

In the summer of eighty-eight I moved to South Attleboro with my father. While sitting home alone watching TV my sister entered and said she wanted me to meet someone. She then introduced me to this older girl named Cheri. The girl told me that she had a brother named John whom was about my age, she asked me if I wanted to meet him, I said okay. John went on to introduce me to his cousin, and other friends. I could be found around the neighborhood with them almost every day for years. Those were some of the best memories of my life. Through the years we always remained friends even when long periods of time had passed from when we last talked. I’m glad to have been your friend, and I’m sorry to hear that you are gone my thoughts are with you, and your family.

Your friend always
Mike Tsebetzis

Ryan Shirinian

November 10, 2009

Dear Dad,

I glad this year we spent a lot of time together. I am really going to miss you as I grow up. I'm glad your in a better place now. I will miss you everyday. I love you.

Your son, Ryan

John 1988, at Mike's

November 10, 2009

April and Don Adzigian

November 10, 2009

Don and I are very sorry for your loss. No words can ever express the loss of a son, brother, uncle, dad so young.

Cheri Dipaolo

November 9, 2009

John, I am gonna really miss you.All the times we shared growing up. I will help to keep your memory alive for Ryan and Dari, Lisa, Sydney and Haileigh. They all love and miss their uncle John very much. We lit a fire at my house last night just for you. Love you brother. Love always your big sister Rera.

Kristin Mendonca(Boldt)

November 9, 2009

You were such a good person. I have known you since I was in diapers you were like a permanent fixture in my house while I was growing up You My brother Bob and Kevin.What I remember most of you is that you made everyone laugh or smile and you would help out with nearly everything..You will be missed by my whole family but especially by my brother Bob you where his best friend and you meant alot to him.. But you are amongst the angels now and I am sure you are watching over all of us!! I have faith that my dad will watch out for you up there for all the help and good things you did while you were down here!! RIP John you will always be missed!!

Love always
The Boldt Family

Lee Fremault

November 9, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of this. I was friends with John the father back in high school. My sympathies to the family.

Lee Fremault, Attleboro

November 8, 2009

Denise Bilsborough/Klang

November 8, 2009

Dear Shirinian family, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I cannot believe that John passed away! I remember John growing up. I hung around with his sister Cheri but John was always around! I am so sorry for all of your losses. Rest in Peace John.

November 8, 2009

John I miss you so much. You were such a great son,dad and nephew. just a great guy who would help anyone . I miss you, You will always remain in my heart
love aunt helen

kerri fiske monteiro

November 7, 2009

i am so sorry for your loss. my prays are with the family and his close friends. he will be very missed..

Amy Babbitt-Volpe

November 7, 2009

Dear Shirinan Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you. John had such a big heart and he will be missed.

Anthony DelPozzo

November 7, 2009

My deepest sympathies to all of John's family and friends. He was a great guy. In the time that I knew him he was a very good employee and friend. At work he was as hard a working person as I have ever worked with in my career. He could always make me laugh on a jobsite. We had a lot of fun working together. Outside of work we had fun fishing and playing fantasy football. John will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Rest in Peace John.

Kelly Valequett

November 6, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of John. My thoughts and preyers are with you and your family. I have the fondest memories of John. May God be with all in your time of need.

November 6, 2009

Janice Trahan

November 6, 2009

For all of John's family and friends and for my Grandson Ryan. We are deeply saddened by John's passing. We look at each other and have no words that tell what we are feeling. Give it time..the words will come. Turn to each other and embrace John's life.
Ryan...you were so happy this summer spending time with your Dad. Your Dad loved you very much, as much as you love him. Remember our special prayer and song when you need it. It will help to keep you strong. I hold you close always Ryan.
Blessings and Peace
Nana

November 6, 2009

stacie Houser

November 6, 2009

I am sorry to hear about the loss of John I have very fond memories of when we were young. I will always cherish those memories again to the family I am so sorry to hear about the lost. Stacie Houser (Houle).

Stacie Houser

November 6, 2009

I am sorry to hear that John is no longer with us my childhood memories of growing up with him will always be kept close to the heart. Sorry for you lost!

Krissy and Michael Case

November 6, 2009

We are so sorry for the loss of your son, father, brother, uncle and friend. Please accept out sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Ray Bass

November 6, 2009

Sheila and John, We are so sorry to hear of the untimely passing of John Jr. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. May God Bless you all !!

All our LOVE - Wendy, Ray, Reid, & Wesley Bass

Eileen Simmons

November 6, 2009

Sheila, John and family, It was with deep sadness that I read of John's passing. My heart is with you at this time and will keep you close in prayer. May John fly with the angels now and be a special presence always in Ryan's heart. God Bless you all.
Cousin, Eileen (Burns)Simmons and Caitlin

Kim Kurbiec

November 6, 2009

I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. John you will be missed.

Paula Marquis (Kelley)

November 6, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Karen Catri

November 6, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of your sudden loss. I am thinking of you and hope the love you had for him and the memories you all share will help you through this difficult time. Take care.

allyson chemelowski

November 6, 2009

Im so sorry for your loss, I dont know John or his family but he was to young to go, thoughts and prayers are with John n his family through these difficut times.

Donna (Furtado) Castillo

November 6, 2009

To The Shirinian Family, I was deeply saddend to hear of John's sudden death. My thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family. May you find comfort in each other.

Sarah Trahan-deMelo

November 6, 2009

Dear John,

You were my first love and the father of my first child and for that you always had a place in my heart. Looking at Ryan will always remind me of the good times we had and the gift you had given me. He loves you very much and is hurting right now but please don't worry. He has the love, support and protection of my family and yours so he will get through this. He is your legacy and I know you loved him and are as proud of him as I am. I promise to always keep Ryan close and safe and honor his memories of you. He will keep your picture by his bed so you'll never be too far away. I'm still waiting to wake up and discover this is all a bad dream! Rest peacefully.