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Peter Tikoian Obituary

TIKOIAN, PETER B., 80, of Smithfield, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at Jane Brown Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Ann (Topalian) Tikoian for 57 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Nazaret and Surpig (Azarian) Tikoian. Beloved father of Michael M. Tikoian and his wife Beth of Narragansett, Major David P. Tikoian, Rhode Island State Police and his wife Deborah of Smithfield and Gary G. Tikoian of Smithfield. Brother of Mary Mouradjian and the late Vartan Tikoian. Peter was a graduate of Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston. He served with the U.S. Army Ordnance Corps during the Korean War. Peter began his career at Bell Laboratories in New Jersey. He then worked as an Electrical Engineer at The New England Telephone Company for 30 years. He was devoted to his Church, Sts. Vartanantz Armenian Apostolic Church and was a Past Chairman of the Board of Trustees. He was a founding member of the Armenian Martyrs' Memorial Monument in North Burial Ground Providence, RI His funeral will be held on Monday, July 8, 2013 at 9:30 am in the Russell J. Boyle & Son Funeral Home, 331 Smith St. Providence. Services will be held at 11:00 am in Sts. Vartanantz Armenian Apostolic Church, 402 Broadway, Providence. Burial will be in North Burial Ground. Visiting hours, Sunday 4-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Sts. Vartanantz Church, 402 Broadway, Providence, RI 02909 or to the Armenian Martyrs' Memorial Monument Committee, PO Box 28549, Providence, RI 02908, in his memory would be appreciated. Boyleandsonfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Providence Journal from Jul. 5 to Jul. 6, 2013.

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Johnny Strain

July 18, 2013

Dear David, Gary, Michael and the Tikoian Family - I was very sorry to hear about the recent passing of your father. Although I didn't know him personally, I can tell from his children that he was quite obviously a good man and a great father. I'm sure he will be missed, but I hope that the many kind words, thoughts, and prayers of family and friends will help you through this difficult time. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless!!

Mary Riordan

July 17, 2013

Dear Tikoian Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy at the loss of this great man.
Sincerely, Bill & Mary Riordan

Brian Cotter

July 15, 2013

Gary...sorry for your loss. He was a great man of service and faith, and I'm sure he's proud of you, Mike and David. Smithfield has lost another treasure. All my best, Brian

Beth Eckel

July 9, 2013

Gary, Michael, David: So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to your family. Hugs to your mom.

Pamela Griffin

July 9, 2013

Very sorry for your loss, If I had been in RI I would have attended, The loss of a loved one is a painful experience. Please know your family is in my thoughts and prayers
Pamela Griffin

Sheri Rowlett

July 9, 2013

Gary and the Tikoian family,

I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

John O'Leary

July 9, 2013

To the Tikoian family:
My condolences on the passing of Peter. I am so sorry for your loss. May happy memories help to carry you through this sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Brian Flynn

July 9, 2013

Mrs.T, Michael,Gary and David
So sorry to hear about your dads passing. Know that he is at peace and he will probably be smoking his cigars while walking Diesel in heaven....Your family is in our thoughts and prayers

Brian,Stephanie,Meghan and Ryan Flynn

Jim & Ruth Bascombe

July 9, 2013

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that we will keep your family in prayer.

Michael Battey

July 9, 2013

Mike--

Very sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. From what I can tell, he was a "Number 1!" We will keep your family in our prayers.

Mark & Suzanne (Mooradian) O'Connor

July 8, 2013

To The Tikoian Family,
Many years have passed since living on Suffolk Street.
Our prayers are with you, The Mooradian & Kashmanian Family.

July 8, 2013

Ann, Mike, Gary and David

I was sorry to hear about Mr. T. Regretfully I cannot get to RI to pay my respects but you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Angelo Frattarelli & Family

July 7, 2013

Our thoughts are with you all back "Home". We are saddened to hear the news and wish we could be there with you. God bless Pete,Ann,Michael and Beth, Dave, Debby and Gary.

Denise & Kevin Camara

July 7, 2013

David & family -

Our sincere heartfelt sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Please know our door is always open to you & your family.

God Bless

Mark Hagopian

July 7, 2013

Ann, Mike, David and Gary,

Peter was a proud Armenian, proud of his culture, proud of his family and I am proud to have known him.

Julie DeFusco

July 7, 2013

David and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.
May god bless

Richard and Julie DeFusco

Larry FILIPPELLI

July 7, 2013

David,
We were very sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Larry and Stephanie Filippelli

Susan Esposito

July 6, 2013

You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time! Susan, Bobby and Karen Esposito and family.

Fr. John Peterson, O.P.

July 6, 2013

Dear Ann, Mike and Beth, David and Deborah, and Gary

No words of mine can mean much now. Your loss is far too great and much too close. But for our Dominican community at Providence College, in behalf of our alumni and alumnae, and in my own name, I want to make known to you, and to your family,our deepest sympathy. At Mass, in prayer, Peter is with us...so are you.

At a time such as this, nothing anyone says makes much sense. (Perhaps better than most I know that.) But it is my hope that the consoling thought of a gifted Trappist monk might help.

Thomas Merton wrote, death is where the hills end, and the stars begin.

Peter's "hills" are over now. It's his time to be with the "stars" and their Source.

May the deep inner Peace that thought can induce be with you...especially now.

May Mary, the temple in whom God's Son became a priest, keep you near, in her care.

With His Love and all mine,

Paul Hicks

July 6, 2013

Mike: My deepest sympathy on the passing of your father.

July 6, 2013

Dear David,
We are so sorry for the loss of your father. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Mike and Lisa foncellino

July 6, 2013

David,
So sorry for the loss of your dad. I know what a close family you are. My thoughts are with you and Deb and your entire family.
Deb's Auntie Carol CeleBERto

Helen Connor

July 6, 2013

The Tony's family will miss the way Peter lit up the room. I will miss our talks and the kindness you showed me & my girls. Rest my friend...Peace and love to Ann, David, Gary, Michael & the entire Tikoian family.

Joseph Pilla

July 6, 2013

To the entire Tikoian Family: My heartfelt sympathies go out to you on the passing of a such a wonderful man. I have fond memories as a child of his kindness and then continuing into adulthood when he'd always greet me with a smile and an unwavering interest in my family throughout the years. His legacy has been passed onto his sons who show the same traits as their beloved father. God rest his soul.

Kathy Connell

July 5, 2013

Mrs. Tikoian, Mike, Gary & David,

We were saddened to hear of Mr. Tikoian's passing and we extend our sincere condolences. Although we are away on vacation we will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.

Kathy & Jim Connell

David Patriarca

July 5, 2013

To the entire family my deepest sympathy, he was a true gentleman, my memories/ experience in Boy Scouts with him and Father Tashian were positive.

Michael D'Orsi

July 5, 2013

Gary, Sorry to hear of your fathers passing... Please extend my condolences to your family.

July 5, 2013

The entire Lemieux family send our sincerest condolences to your family at this most difficult time.

July 5, 2013

To the Tikoian Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers . Ray

Varky Kaprielian

July 5, 2013

Such a great,wonderful man!..I will miss him. My deepest sympathy.

Fred Vincent

July 5, 2013

Michael and Family,
My deepest sympathies on the loss of your dear father. Although I did not know him, Peter touched many people and left a proud legacy.
God Bless, Fred Vincent

Cynthia Goodwin Cockett

July 5, 2013

Ann, Michael, Gary and David

So sad to hear about Pete's passing, I saw David and Deb last week and heard he was ill and prayed he would come thur again. Where do I start the Goodwins and the Tikoians were never that far apart from each other since the 70's. I have so many memories and love for all of you. May all your Memories sustain you during this difficult time. All my love Cyndy

Doreen Dennis

July 5, 2013

David,Mary and Family,

You have our sincere condolences. May your loved one rest in peace.

Doreen Dennis and Family

Richard Varadian

July 5, 2013

Dear Tikoian family, May Pete rest in peace. An active member of our community is gone to be with the Lord. Asdvadz hokeen loosavoreh. Sincerely, Richard & Linda Varadian

Carol Cole

July 5, 2013

Dear Ann and the Entire Tikoian Family: There is always time to make new friends. That's exactly what happened with Peter and my Dad. We are all so very sad for your loss. You all took very good care of him, now he is without pain. Always remember the good times and the laughter. Keep his spirit in your heart and he will always shine. Love too all.... Georgette Doddio, Carol and Frank Cole

Ernie (Flash) Delmonico

July 5, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

jerry prendergast

July 5, 2013

My sincere condolences to the Tikoian Family,

May the prayers of family and friends comfort you at this time.

jerry prendergast
RISP-Ret.

Joe Iaciofano

July 5, 2013

Sorry

Sue ,Hap and Dillon

July 5, 2013

Annie,Mike,David and Gary, Hap and I are so sorry for your loss. Pete was very speicial man in our lives if you felt sad just being with him and listening to his jokes, wonderful stories always brought a smile to our faces, we will miss him so much. God Bless our prayers are with you all.

Tony Paola

July 5, 2013

Gary,David and Family, Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.My deepest sorrow,Tony

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