Jane Carruth Obituary
Jane's life was anchored in family. She is survived by her two children, Ryan Blake Kalashian and Karson Brandon Kalashian; her three grandchildren, Calder Vaughn Kalashian, Margaret Ann Kalashian, and Katherine Jane Kalashian; her daughter-in-law, Jennifer Kalashian; and her brother, Allan Melikian. Jane was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Lowell Carruth.
Throughout her life, Jane wore many titles-homemaker, mom, and model among them-and she carried each with pride, resilience, and a sharp sense of purpose. She moved through the world with confidence and self-respect. She loved fashion and had an eye for style; she loved movies, music, art, and cooking-the kind of things that brought people together. She also loved the coast, always drawn to the beauty, and the open horizon.
A memorial service will be held at the First Armenian Presbyterian Church in Fresno on January 21, 2026, at 11:30 a.m.
Jane will be missed more than words can capture, and remembered with love, admiration, and gratitude.
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Gail Champagne
January 25, 2026
Dear Family,
I have known Jane through the Klashian's family, Carruth family and Lakeview where she resided her last years.
Jane was a very private and generous person. She came to Adore Salon to have her hair styled by her Stylish Kristy Riley, met up with her monthly friends. We always had good times to remember and lots of laughs.
She is and will be missed by all.
To All her Children and Grandchildren,
She fought hard ... some weeks she looked so weak but never gave up.
She loved her family, her pride and joys.
Our deepest Sympathy from all our families and the Adore Salon Family.
Gail Champagne
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RICHARD CAVANAUGH
January 18, 2026
JANEY. REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND
Gussie Giffen
January 13, 2026
I have known Jane since we were classmates at Bullard High School and I knew Lowell even before that. Jane was a lovely person in every sense of the word. She will be missed by her family and many friends. With sympathy, Gussie Giffen
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