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James Attarian Obituary
July 6, 1925 - June 3, 2007
Jay joined the Lord on June 3rd after a long illness. He served the Lord as an Elder in the Presbyterian Church for many years, was a Past President of Optimist International and served as a real estate broker for over 50 years in the L.A. area.
Jay will be deeply missed by his wife of 54 years, Virginia; son, Keith; daughter and son-in-law, Eileen and Raymond; and his dearly loved granddaughters, Chelsea and Heather; daughter-in-law, Ann; sister, Alice; brother and sister-in-law, George and Sheila along with many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. His son, Bruce, preceded him in death.
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, June 9, 2007, 1:30 p.m. at St. James Presbyterian Church, 19414 Ventura Blvd, Tarzana, CA 91356.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to the Optimist Youth Home, 6957 N. Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90042 or a charity of your choice in his honor.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Kit Maloney
June 9, 2007
Pat told me of your loss. I don't get the paper so I checked online...too late or I would have been at church today for Jay! I am so sorry for your losses Virginia. I'm praying for you.
Kit
Robert Taylor
June 9, 2007
Dear Keith & The Attarian Family~
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences and know that I have you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jack Brewer
June 8, 2007
Jay will be missed by all who knew him. Nobody was a greater supporter of Optimist International than Jay. Our sympathy is extended to the entire family. Jack and Carol June Brewer
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