Noubar Baklayan Obituary

Our deepest condolences to aunt Shoushan and sons. Amo Noubar was a very knowledgeable person and knew a lot about real state. We met the family when we bought our second house in Malibu and we became neighbors. Amo Noubar will be missed.May God give aunti Shoushan the strength and the patience in this time of grieving. May he also give her healthy and long life so she can enjoy her sons and grandchildren. With love from the Kaakijian family

Dear Shoushan We are very sorry to hear the sad news regarding Noubar.
Please accept our belated sympathy and condolences to yourself & to your sons.

My Grandpa was an incredible man. Being eleven years older than my grandma, he could see when she was just a young girl that she would grow up to be an amazing woman. Not many men would wait for a girl as long as he did but he knew she was the one for him. I loved to see my grandparents together. A couple that honors their marriage vows till death is rare and beautiful. I think Grandpa inspired his family in many ways, the most influential for me, was his music. The photo of him playing his violin is very powerful. I look forward to hearing him play again in the future.

Many, many years ago, my Mother, Lucie Baklayan-Karkour told me that Uncle Noubar and his brother and sisters were very close to my Mother Lucie and her Brother Albert. They were First Cousins. They grew up in Cairo, Egypt like brothers & sisters. They were the children of the 1915 Armenian Genocide survivors who walked the Syrian Desert for weeks without bread or water. But they endured all kinds of punishment and managed to survive. Uncle Noubar, my Mom and Uncle Albert formed a musical trio headed by Uncle Noubar, the eldest. This must have been a nice change of dynamics after experiencing the horrors caused by Turks to their parents in Western Armenia. This musical trio caused a lot of enjoyment to them, their families and friends. Uncle Noubar worked in the Family Owned Wine Factory before he headed to the USA approximately 65 years ago.
Years later, when I immigrated to the USA, I met Uncle Noubar and his lovely Wife Shoushan. They saw the struggles I was going through while I was establishing myself in the USA. Their mental support and encouragements was helpful to me.
To Shoushan, Steve, Anthony & your Families: our deepest sympathy for the loss of your Husband, Father and Grandfather. Dear Shoushan, your love for Uncle Noubar was unconditionally which gave him many happy years. God Bless his soul.
Unfortunately, Zaven and I will not be able to attend tomorrow's Memorial Service. Our thoughts & prayers will be with you.
Sincerely,

Dearest shoushan & family, our sincere & deepest condolences. May Noubar's soul shine in the heavens above. Love Nazar & Alice Arakelian...

Dear Shoushan, our deepest condolences for your lose. God bless Noubar's soul. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
With all our love, David & Sylvia Pondella

It's hard to believe that grandpa isn't around anymore. It's hard to believe that someone who's been alive your entire life could ever die. It doesn't really seem possible, but then it happens.

This is the first time I've ever experienced losing someone close to me, and all I can say is that it is a very unnatural feeling. Someone so loving and self-sacrificing does not deserve to die, and especially does not deserve to suffer the way that he did.

Grandpa was one of the most patient, generous, and self-sacrificing people I have ever known. People like him just don't really exist anymore. Who can say they've been married to the same person for over 60 years? Grandpa was, and if you ask me, that's pretty impressive.

About a week before he died, I was holding his hand and telling him that no matter what happens, we will see each other again when God brings perfect conditions under His Kingdom. He will wake up from his sleep and feel better than ever.

I can't wait to see him again when he is restored to perfect health and happiness, just as God intended. Until then, his example will live on and inspire all of us to maintan our faith so that we can be there with him to welcome him back!

Dear Auntie Shoushan, Steve, and Ant.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I will always cherish the memory of Uncle Noubar. From that moment of about 49 years ago when I first met him, he was always so very kind and supportive to me and everyone in my family. I always admired the attention that he gave to everything he did. In his music, one could not but feel his passion for life and beauty. The world just lost a great man.

Chris

Dearest Shoushan, Steve, and Anthony:
We are so saddened by the loss of Noubar. We have, of course, known him for 60+ years and the memories of him are numerous. Words cannot describe the joy of our times together; whether visiting, conversing, and being entertained by his soulful music. We miss him greatly.
God give you the patience to bear your sorrow as we join your hearts with our prayers.
Siroun and George

I'm going to miss Grandpa but I have so many wonderful memories of him that will sustain me until I see him again. I'll miss him playing El Cumbachero on the piano. Growing up that was our favorite and we asked him to play it every time he came over so we could march around the house single-file clapping with the rhythm. I'll also miss watching him and Grandma hug each other because they had the cutest little couple quirk, they would scratch each other's backs while they held each other. I love you so much Grandma! I'll fill in on the back-scratching hugs until you and Grandpa are reunited.

Grandpa was so kind and loving. He never hesitated in passing on his wisdom, and always offered a helping hand. I appreciate every sacrifice he made and gift he gave to ensure my family's happiness. We all miss him.

Dear Auntie Shoushan and family, please accept my condolences for Uncle Noubar's passing. I do remember as a kid, Uncle Noubar always entertained us with his music during our family visits. May God bless you and give you comfort and strength during this melancholic period. Love you all.

Shoushan, it was unfortunate that so many things occurred at the same time and I was not able to accompany you at your time of need. Losing my email prevented me from finding out earlier.
My condolences to you, Steve and Anthony. You and Noubar were an exceptional couple that was an example for us all to follow. My experiences with Noubar left me feeling with an extreme sense of respect and admiration for his dedication to you and your two boys.
When you were injured and were unable to drive, he drove you to work every day and stayed with you until the end of your workday for about one year. This demonstrated to me a deep sense of devotion and love as a human being.
Shoushan, I Owe you so much and for that I am grateful.
Those qualities that were part of Noubar will always live with your sons and grandchildren that is the most a man can leave to his family.

With love and respect,
Max and Gloria

From the first time I met Noubar more than 30 years ago,though I would always address him as Mr. Baklayan, his deep love for his family and warm hospitable nature was very evident. I always enjoyed our conversations together. He was truly a dear man.

Dear Cousin Shoushan. Our Deepest and Sincere Condolences on the passing of Dear Noubar. May he Rest in Heavenly Peace. You are always in our heart. Love Cousin Setrag and daughter Nicole Hagopian.

We will miss Noubar. He was a very good friend and family member. He was always ready to help if needed and to give advice.

Shoushan and Family, Very sorry about the passing of Noubar.It saddens me that such a good man is gone. I have known him over sixty five years
and never met a nicer person. I will always have great memories of our time spent in Nipomo and too many other good memories to list.

Garbo Yeghiaian

Auntie Shoushan, Steve and Anthony. My deepest condolences for your loss. I'll always remember the times we spent together as kids, and his love of music. God bless from me and my family.

Auntie Shoushan, Cousin Steven and Anthony, You are in my thoughts and prayers. Uncle Noubar was so loved and I have been so blessed to have him as my uncle. I'll always remember our family gatherings and the music he played. He will always be in our hearts. God Bless You!! Jessica Gomez

Auntie Shoushan, Steven and Anthony...My heart is heavy with this sad news of Uncle Noubar's passing. I cherish life long memories of a man that brought so much joy into my life. His kindness, great personality and beautiful spirit will be greatly missed on earth. I have never known a talented musician like my Uncle Noubar, Whether he played the violin, piano or accordion, he made me feel as if he were playing just for me. Rest in peace Uncle... Mary Yeghiaian Martinez

Shoushan...you are in our thoughts and prayers as we share in your loss of Noubar. Remembering our many years of friendship will be treasured always! Time has a way of moving quickly and catching us unaware of the passing years, and how did we get here so fast, much less to say Good Bye? Our heartfelt sympathy in this time of loss, and sharing your sorrow and wishing you peace and comfort through these difficult days.

And to Anthony & Stephen and their Families...our heartfelt sympathy are with you both and your families at this sad time.

Bonnie & Paul Vickers
La Canada-Flintridge, CA

I was so sorry to hear the news. Uncle Noubar was a wonderful man and I enjoyed speaking with him and spending time with him. I feel so grateful that we were able to see him not that long ago when he was still strong and able to go out. I will remember him this way always. My love to all of you.

Remembering Your Dad

The things that he did
to show you he cared.
The sound of his voice.
The wisdom he shared.
A piece of advice
you'll never forget.
The way that he lived,
examples he set.
The work he put in
to doing things well.
The places he'd been.
The stories he'd tell.
His greatest success
that he was proud of.
His hobbies, his passions,
his laughter,
his love.

When you think of your dad,
and everything that made him
the man he was,
his memory lives on through you.

I'm so sorry for your loss. My love and prayers are with you all. May God give you peace to ease your hearts at this difficult time.

All My love, Mary Ann Yeghiaian Kaufmann

Our deepest sympathy to you at this time of sorrow. Uncle Noubar is in God's care now and what better care could we ever ask for him. Shoushan Steven and Anthony now we pray for your comfort in the days ahead. God bless you and keep you in his tender care and love for all eternity.

Forever Olsen and Keenan Family. We Love You.

Our deepest condolences to the entire Baklayan family, especially Shoushan, on the passing off your loved one, Noubar. May god grant you solace at this time of sadness and may he rest in eternal peace! Simon and Madeleine Aprahamian

My father-in-law, Noubar, was a dear man who loved his wife, sons and their families very much. He was truly the best father-in-law I could of ever had. I loved to hear him play the piano and it brought everyone who heard him much joy. He was always so generous to me and our family. He had a cute sense of humor too. And I swear he was the best patient EVER thru his illness, bar none! Of course, he had the most caring nurse who worked tirelessly to meet his needs. I will miss him terribly.

My father was a musician and accomplished violinist. He expressed joy, and brought happiness to audiences large and small through his music. I miss him.

I close my eyes as I wipe my tears,
I just keep wishing you were still here.
I will hold all your memories deep in my heart'
Through these memories we will never part.
I didn't get the chance to say good-bye'
I just didn't think you could ever die.
All of your love I will always hold near in my heart and my mind.
When my time comes I will meet you in heaven.
I will always love and miss you my dear Uncle Noubar.

Forever Sona.

Our sincere condolences go out to the Baklyan family,his Lovely wife Shoushan and his children for the loss of the husband and father .He lived his life serving God and his beloved family. We feel the deep sorrow that his family is going through and we pray that he will rest in peace . May God be with his family and relatives at a time like this. Our prayers are with you. Stawry Kary and Family