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Vasken Harootunian Obituary

HAROOTUNIAN, VASKEN D. "MR. TONY" 89, of Providence, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 8, 2013, at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center. He was the beloved husband of sixty years to Nancy A. (Tutooian) Harootunian. Born in Winooski, VT, he was a son of the late Donabed and Armenouhi (Meldekian) Harootunian. Vasken was the co-owner of the former Tony's Delicatessen Market, corner of Broad and Potters Avenues, Providence, for sixty-five years before retiring in 2009. He was a member of Doric Lodge F&AM, Scottish Rite Northern Jurisdiction, Providence, and the Hye Rollers Armenian Bowling League. Besides his wife he is survived by his loving children, Richard A. Harootunian and his wife Deborah of Cranston, and Donald H. Harootunian and his wife Lisa of Lincoln. He was the cherished grandfather of Jared, Nicole, and Lauren Harootunian. Vasken was the brother of Harry Harootunian of Cranston and the late Vartkes Harootunian. Funeral from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Avenue, Cranston on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. followed by services in Sts. Vartanantz Church, 402 Broadway, Providence. Interment will be in Swan Point Cemetery, Providence. VISITING HOURS Wednesday 4-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Sts. Vartanantz Church, 402 Broadway, Providence, RI 02909, or to Home and Hospice Care of RI, 1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904. Visit www.nardolillo.com for online condolences.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jul. 9, 2013.

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Anita Lopes

July 15, 2013

Richard,
My deepest condolences to you, your family and the entire Tony's market family. As you know I always visited you guys, and David. I was 5 yrs old he first time I walked into the store. I surely miss it. Please except my condolences and he will be in my prayers.

July 14, 2013

Dear Nancy and Family Mere words are of little consolation at a time like this. Bob and I send our deepest and sincerest sympathy at the passing of Vasken. The time together in Arizona will always be special. Blessings Anna and Bob Frisco Texas

July 11, 2013

To the Harootunian Family,
My deepest sympathys to you in this time of sorrow.....May you find comfort in the beautiful memories and strength in each other ! You are in my prayers, Much Love, Lisa Thomas

Patricia Smith

July 10, 2013

Mr. Tony. We love you so much and we will miss you. Tony's Market made the best grinder sandwiches in the world. We regret that Tony's Market had to close it's doors. And we are saddened to learn of your passing. Our prayers and sympathy are extended to your family and friends. God bless you and may you RIP.

Cooney/Bajakian family

July 9, 2013

Harry and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

July 9, 2013

To the family our deepest condolences... Mr. Tony had done so much for the people who live in south providence he will be missed and he was truly loved. Peace and may Gods love be with you all during this difficult time.

Mark Lacey

July 9, 2013

On behalf of the entire Lacey family we send our deepest sympathy .
To the Harootunian family!!!
WE LOVE YOU ALL.

Marcia McNally

July 9, 2013

Richard and family, saddened by the news of your Dad's passing. He will always be remembered and loved by many.

EDWARD MARTINO

July 9, 2013

ROBIN AND I WERE SO SAD TO SEE THE PASSING OF VASKEN HE WAS A VERY NICE MAN I ALWAYS ENJOYED SEEING HIM AT TONY,S MARKET WE WILL KEEP YOUR FAMILY IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYS.REST IN PEACE VASKEN LOVE EDDY AND ROBIN

JOSEPH DRISCOLL

July 9, 2013

THE PICTURE SAYS IT ALL. THAT EVER READY, HANDSOME SMILE , THE FRINDLY TWINKLE IN HIS FRIEDLY EYES. BORN IN A FAMILY WORK TRADITION. HE LIVED HIS LIFE FROM THE HEART. HEAVEN WILL BE MORE JOYOUS AND THE BOWLING TEAM WILL BE SO PLEASED WITH THE FAMOUS TONY, GRINDER..FINALLY AT REST AMEN.

July 9, 2013

Mr. Vasken you was loved by the So Prov.community, that we all talk about you, everyday some one from the community tells a story about you and the Tony's Market grinders. you are truly missed and loved. My condolences go out to Dickie and the Harootunian Family.

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