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Salpie Cavros Obituary
1932 - 2023
Wilbraham
Salpie (Melikian) Cavros, 91, of Wilbraham, passed away on Monday, October 2, 2023 after a long period of declining health. Salpie was born on April 22, 1932 in Springfield to Onnik & Elmas Melikian and lived her entire life in Indian Orchard and Wilbraham. She spoke exclusively Armenian until she started elementary school. Salpie was married for 36 years to Charles Cavros until his death in January 2001. They were married at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, where their children were also baptized, but she herself remained a lifelong parishioner of the Armenian church. Together they had two daughters, Karen Wadley (Tim) of Alpharetta, GA and Kristen Marriott (Brian) of Waltham, MA. In addition to her daughters and sons in law, Salpie leaves four grandchildren: Alexia, Peter, Joshua & Ethan who were the lights of her life, as well as dozens of in-laws, nieces, and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, Salpie is predeceased by her sister Shaken and brothers Takvor and Gorken. When her daughters started school, she went to work as a kindergarten aide in Wilbraham Public Schools, where she stayed for over 30 years. Hundreds, if not more, of children learned to share in Mrs. Cavros' love of reading and messy crafts over the years. It was a pleasure for her to run into students around town, and eventually teach the children of former students. Aside from her grandchildren, Salpie's greatest love was for her parish, St. Gregory's Armenian Church in Indian Orchard. She never missed a Sunday until her health prevented it, and served for many years on the parish council and as a member of the Ladies' Guild and Bible study club. Funeral services will take place on Friday, October 6, 2023 at St. Gregory Church, 135 Goodwin Street, Indian Orchard at 11:00 AM with visiting hours at the church beforehand from 9-11 AM. Burial will be in Oak Grove cemetery directly following the funeral. Donations in lieu of flowers are gratefully accepted at St. Gregory Armenian Church, 135 Goodwin St, Indian Orchard, MA 01151. Wilbraham Funeral Home has been entrusted with all arrangements.
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Julia Gaynor
October 14, 2023
Salpie will be missed dearly
All my prayers and condolences to the family
Julia Gaynor
Nancy Sinclair
October 8, 2023
My condolences to Sal´s family. I was privileged to work with her for most of my 36 years in the HWRSD
. She was a lovely lady inside and out with a huge heart.
Sal was so proud of her children and loved every minute with her grandchildren. Hope your wonderful memories will bring comfort.
With sympathy,
Nancy Magarian Sinclair
Sarkis and Kathy Melikian
October 6, 2023
Karen and Kristen,
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your mom, whom our family was very close to, and especially my late sister Alice, who graduated with your mom from Commerce in 1948. Since we're in NC, it is difficult to make to the services, but we will make a donation in due course to St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church in her memory.
Edward Wikar
October 5, 2023
Karen and Kristen,
I´m very sorry for your loss. I still refer to your mom as aunt Sal whenever I mention her to Mark.
Regards, Eddie
tanya and ed garibian
October 4, 2023
I will miss Salpie's beautiful smile and welcoming demeanor. Everyone at Saint Gregory's Church loved her so much. Rest in Peace Salpie.
Melanie
October 4, 2023
I loved going to visit Aunt Sal and Uncle Charlie as a little kid. They spoiled my sister and I every visit. I will forever remember Aunt Sal as a kind, loving Aunt, who was always smiling. May she rest in peace and may her memory be eternal.
Stacia Filipiak Falkowski
October 4, 2023
Kristen and family: I have fond memories of playing my violin for your dear mother's birthday and seeing her beautiful smile. She and I grew up in Indian Orchard. My sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Please know that I wish to be of help. I will miss your mom and also your visits. Rest in peace, dear Salpie.
Edward and Susan Lantzakis
October 4, 2023
Lefty and i send our sympathy to all the family of Salpie we have many memories with her and i have many memories of Salpie in our Church and from our A Y F days of good times. Susan and Lefty
George Kourakos
October 3, 2023
I will always remember the fun I had growing up with your mom and dad. She will be dearly missed. Love George and Colleen
Brian Phillips, RCA, Orchard Valley assisted living.
October 3, 2023
It was always a pleasure to see you smile. May you Rest in Peace. God bless you.
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