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Michael Gortian Obituary
MICHAEL, Dec. 4, 2005; beloved husband of Alice, devoted father of Michael (Denise), Glenn (Lisa) and Kim (David) Kurkian; loving grand-father of Nikki, Michael, Alexa, Glenn, David and Christopher; also survived by his sister Helen and brother Richard. His Funeral Service will be 11:30 A.M. Saturday at St. Sahag and St. Mesrob Armenian Apostolic Church, 630 Clothier Road, Wynnewood, Viewing 10 A.M. in the Church. Int. Arlington Cem. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Church. (VRAIM)
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Sanka Coyle
January 3, 2006
Any and every thought about Mike begins with his smile, still bright and vivid in my mind's eye. Mike's love for his family / friends, his personal integrity, compassion to help others along life's course, he wore all of this like a red rose in his lapel. He definitely had an edge on what mattered. He possessed an unwavering quest for justice. Mike was one half. With him all the way was Alice. Smiling, chuckling, making sure everyone had tushi and fresh squezzed orange juice. Together they had a deep, solid love affair, founded on mutual respect. Communicators, they both knew where the other stood. He for her and her for him. When you have that type of understanding, you can laugh often together.
Yes, I know that I won't be able to laugh with Mike, but like his son Michael, all those phone conversations that we had with him, we can pull up in our minds and enjoy them once again. I believe his daughter Kim will continue to meet with her Dad thru Nature. She has an eye for the unusual in flowers and her treasured Dad will make her eyes light up once again.
Sam and Bonnie Midili
December 10, 2005
Mike was a true friend, that will never be forgotten.The Beach at 47th Street in O.C. will never be the same. Everyone knew and loved Mike, a toast to you good friend! We will sure miss you.
Barb Raper
December 9, 2005
Mike has been someone I have known for 20+ years. We had some many meetings and conversations throughout the years that I felt like he was family. I will miss him
very much
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