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Thomas Saxenian Obituary
04/27/1954 - 02/03/2023
Thomas Michael Saxenian, 68, a local businessman, died after a brief illness.
The son of Stephen Saxenian and Mary O'Malley, he was born on April 27, 1954, and reared in Houston Texas. His parents founded and operated Bagdad Carpet Company for nearly 50 years. Tom took a great deal of pride in his Armenian roots and in the rug business where his charming personality made him a successful salesman. It was in this family-owned enterprise that Tom and his brother, Steve, developed their own entrepreneurial skills. The two brothers worked together as partners for five decades as private investors in commercial ventures and real estate. Tom will be remembered for his generous, helpful nature, love of golf and Houstonian pride.
Tom is survived by his son, Adam Paul Saxenian, daughters Mary Kathryn Aston and Susan Saxenian Burton, and their husbands, husband Brian Aston and Charles Burton, grandchildren, Caroline, Thompson, Brooks and Davis Aston and Charles and Cora Grace Burton. He is also survived by his brother Stephen Saxenian Jr. and his wife Esmerelda, nephew and nieces, Brian, Amy and Jasmine Saxenian.
A small ceremony was held for family this past weekend.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Kevork Armenian Apostolic Church where his father was a founding member and served as chair of the board for many years.
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ken steidley
February 26, 2023
Great guy, wonderful neighbor.
Christopher Blue
February 23, 2023
Tom Saxenian was one of the finest men I have ever had the honor and privilege to know. One of the best Christmas' I ever had was with Tom and his wonderful parents and family. Thank you for all the good times and memories. I love you Tom.
Christopher Blue
Tampa, Florida
Roby Reynolds
February 21, 2023
Tom was a great guy I worked for the family at Bagdad for a few years in the early nineties and he and the family always treated me like part of their family.... Your family is in my prayers.... Rob Reynolds and family
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