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George Deukmejian Obituary
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for George Deukmejian
Dean Caldwell
October 7, 2023
Governor Deukmejian was California's best governor, a faithful husband and a great man. RIP, sir.
New york
October 26, 2019
So sorry to hear about the late governor Iron Duke,May the Californians and the family and friends find comfort in the God who cares for you.
June 9, 2018
Gloria, may your heart be filled with wonderful memories of
joyful times together as you celebrate a life so well lived.
Paul and Kathy Robinson Long Bach, Ca.
George Deumejian
June 9, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Peter Ostroff
June 9, 2018
A genuinely great person and partner. A humble man without pretense.
James Hankla
June 4, 2018
The finest Public Servant I have ever known! And I have known thousands. He is an example of what elected officials should be!
May 30, 2018
Ex California Assemblyman, Attorney Gerneral and Governor George Deukmejian's wife noticed a surprising number of her physicians in Long Beach, California were from "Northern Ireland". Those Catholic doctors could not get admitting privileges to hospitals in the English ruled six northeast Ireland counties. This made it difficult to maintain a practice. So those doctors were forced to emigrate.
Mr. Deukmejian's Armenian parents also suffered state sponsored discrimination in Turkey. George Deukmejian helped get the California physician licensing rules adjusted so these graduates of British or Irish medical schools could more easily transfer their licenses to California.
Perhaps some readers remember the details of Georg's good deed. It was quite some time ago. For this also, he deserves to be commemorated .
Elizabeth Barone
May 29, 2018
My late mother Nevart Sarkessian loved talking about Aunt Alice, George who she called "Corky", Anna, Cousin Steve, and all our Ayjian relatives who lived in the Albany area of New York. Felt sad to hear of Corky's passing. We extend our condolences to Gloria and the children.
With sincere sympathy, Elizabeth & Robert Barone & Family
May 26, 2018
Grief is hard to cope with but, memories of George accomplishments can bring comfort to ease the pain. Remember you'll are not along because the true God feels your pain because he cares 1 Peter 5:6, 7. My condolences!
May 18, 2018
My thoughts and sympathies are with you as you mourn this tremendous loss. May God provide comfort and ease your sorrow through the power of prayer. Isaiah 57:18 -okw
May 16, 2018
I WAS SADDED BY THE PASSING OG GEORGE DEUKMEJIAN. HE WAS A MAN OF FAMOUS THINGS. HE WILL BE MISSED. MY CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY. A LONG BEACH RESIDENT
Jones
May 16, 2018
Offering my deepest condolences.
Richard and Joyce Opdahl
May 15, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this sad time. George was an amazing man who had a full and wonderful life.
Yervant & Barbara DerGarabedian
May 15, 2018
Our heartfelt sympathy to your wife and family as we have lost one of best governors. May you rest 8n peace and thank you for always representing the Armenian community with pride and dignity.
May 14, 2018
We are saddened to hear about the loss of your beloved Husband and Father. May the God of love, peace, tender mercies and all comfort be with you all during this most difficult time now and in the days to come. Agape' Love!
❤
M.M., MS.
Pat Tisa
May 14, 2018
An extraordinary man. Loved by so many. Honest and true.
Sympathy to the family
May 14, 2018
Sorry for your loss death is so sad. But there will come a time when we won't have to be in fear of death in the Bible at Isaiah 35:5,6 old age and death will be gone
May 14, 2018
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Bill Leonard
May 14, 2018
Glora and family thanks so much for sharing the Governor with us. God bless you all.
Sherry and bill
May 13, 2018
Sincere condolences to the family for your great loss. May the God of all comfort support each of you during your time of grief.
Jo Wood
May 13, 2018
He leads me beside quiet waters; He restores my soul.
Jo Wood
May 13, 2018
The world is a bit sadder without the presence of Governor George Deukmejian, and I know heaven is a lot brighter. We will miss you.
Garry DeManty
May 13, 2018
Gov.Deukmegian was a good governor who just did his job without the publicity that our leaders get today he will be forever missed by us citizens who remembered him rest in peace.
Roger and Erika Greaves
May 12, 2018
George was a friend. He was an honest, decent man; a leader and a strict law and order Governor. George was the last Governor to leave office with a surplus. He was a wonderful man.
Dina
May 12, 2018
OkWAS A GREAT PERSON TO KNOW. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF GEORGE DEUKMEJIAN. DINA
May 12, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family at this very difficult time
May 12, 2018
Did a lot, was respected, had friends, loved by most, rounded life, loved truth, to his family please have peace in your memories.
Bill Collins
May 11, 2018
RIP, Duke! Your long history of public service in CA is one unmatched by many, anywhere! Thank you for your hard work in making positive changes in policy. To the family of George, God give you rest and peace now and forever.
May 11, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family friends and fans who have suffered the loss of their loved one to death. God will comfort and sustain you during this difficult time because he cares for you.(1 Peter 5:6,7)
Suzanna Tamazyan
May 10, 2018
Dear George Deukmejian Rest In Peace. As an Armenian I'm honored and proud to say that one of the greatest governors in history of California was also an Armenian and as I've heard and read about you, you were the smartest, kindest and respectable human being.
Erline
May 10, 2018
Caring thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Please accept my sincere condolences.
May 10, 2018
Governor Deukmejian, thank you for making me feel proud to be an Armenian. Arthur Minassian, ESQ.
Chuck Gr
May 10, 2018
Condolences to the Deukmejian Family, thank you Governor for your service, we could definitely use more like you now.
Godspeed
RC/
May 10, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with the DEUKMEJIAN FAMILY in their time of grief. May 'God' give you strength and peace of mind during this most difficult time. -Psalm 29:11
Dan
May 10, 2018
Thank you for all your good work. God bless.
Larry Barbarine
May 10, 2018
Gov. Deukmejian's family and friends, I join others in praying to the Lord for you. With respect for all our governors and hope for the future, he was our last excellent governor.
David Nelson-Eddy
May 9, 2018
I met Governor Deukmejian while walking the precincts during the first run for Governor. He was so low key and personable, talking to us like we were old friends. My friends and I were thrilled to have a winner on Election Day.
No governor since him has won the respect of both parties, led with courage and kept our state Golden .
One year on the day before Mothers Day I ran into him at a Hallmark shop in Belmont Shore. I told him I wished he was still governor and he said it was nice being out of the limelight again.
Rest well Mr. Governor, watch over our state, we need more people like you!
Chic Thomas
May 9, 2018
Such a Great Governor and public servant.... We could use many more like him. Many condolences to his family.
Bill Holstein
May 9, 2018
A great governor who would have been a great president. Rest in peace.
Serge Arslanian
May 9, 2018
Our condolences to the family and to the people of California for one heck of a great governor.
Kay Reckord Ames
May 9, 2018
My sincere condolences to the Deukmejian family for your loss. He was a good Governor and will be missed by those who knew and loved him. Hold tight to the great memories he left you as well as the many great examples he set. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
May 9, 2018
My heart goes out to the family of Mr Deukmejian for their great loss my sincere condolences.John 3:16
May 9, 2018
My condolences to your family. I'm so sorry you're experiencing such tragedy. May the words at Psalm 9:9 bring you a measure of comfort during this time.
Linda McCann
May 9, 2018
Thank you for your service to our state. Job well done. Rest in peace.
Sheila
May 8, 2018
Godspeed George.
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