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Cherrie Carapetyan Obituary

Cherrie Carapetyan Cherrie Turner Carapetyan of Austin died at home Saturday, November 14, with family nearby. She was vivacious, courageous and articulate her entire life until ended by complications from Parkinson's disease. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Ara; daughters, Vicki and Martha; sons, Pete, Paul, and David; her twelve grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Born in western Canada, Cherrie devoted her 78 years to the service of others. She taught, led, facilitated, and sang. She organized, fixed, and she cooked. Her accomplishments were many, her friends and admirers legion. A long time friend observed, "When Cherrie was around, something was going to be transformed, it was only a question of what, whom, and how". Though she served several careers, her most constant were her family and friends. Cherrie's view of family could only be described as extended; there was always a place for anyone at her table, and countless friends correctly consider themselves part of her family. Her other principal passions were the love for music she shared with her husband and the community she served with her church congregation. A memorial service for Cherrie will be held at University Presbyterian Church in Austin on Saturday, December 5, at 3:00 p.m. Contributions in her name may be made to University Presbyterian Church's music ministry, or Hospice Austin. Further information: cherriecarapetyan.com.

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Published by Austin American-Statesman on Nov. 20, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Cherrie Carapetyan

10 Entries

Elena Thompson

February 23, 2024

My parents lived on the next block for 45 years, and always prized having such wonderful neighbors. May the entire family be consoled in this time of grief, and may her memory continue to be a blessing to all who knew her.

Elena Thompson (HHS class of 1970)

Lynda (White) Lehn

December 4, 2009

I remember Cherrie, but we called her "Mrs. C." back in her days as PHPC's children's choir director. I learned so much from her, and will always remember the time she paid a special visit to me when my father died.

Arlinda and Jeffrey Babcock

December 1, 2009

We know what a wonderful woman Cherrie was through her beautiful daughter Martha. Though we were only in the Carapetyan home once, we have seen the loving power of a great mother in the light that Martha shines wherever she goes. What better legacy could a parent have! Our deepest condolences to all of Cherrie's family.

Donna Holland

December 1, 2009

Cherrie, you were an inspiration to me and Robert. We will miss you terribly. You always had a smile on your face and was full of energy. We are so glad we had this great opportunity to be a part of your life.
Donna and Robert (Austin, TX)

Ron and Mary Adsit

November 21, 2009

Cherrie Cakes:
You were MOST loved and will be MOST missed. Thank you for all you have done with your wonderful life. You will be with me always.
Mary Grace and Ron Adsit
Tulsa, Oklahoma

Jacque Bowen

November 20, 2009

Cherrie was one of the loveliest, warmest, and most self-reliant,
accomplished, understated people I have ever known. What a
privilege to have known and loved her, and shared such special times through music and sheer friendship....one of God's greatest gifts.

Jacque Bowen

Dawson Tunnell

November 20, 2009

Martha, as you know, I have known almost all of the Carapetyan family and enjoyed the hospitality as a guest in the homes of Ara and Cherrie, David, and you in Austin. This family is dear to me. I Join with you in your sorrow at the loss of Cherrie and in thanksgiving for the rich blessing which her life was to you and so many others of us. May all of you continue to reflect and spread the love and grace that shone from Cherrie in her life.

Dawson Denton, Texas

Susan Romo

November 20, 2009

We here at Expert Fleet Service would like to express our deepest condolences to the entire Carapetyan clan. You all are in our thoughts and in our prayers. We have truly missed the frequent visits from Ara and Cherrie and will truly miss Cherrie's presence.

November 20, 2009

Paul,

Please accept my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

Phillis Jeffrey

Melanie Richards

November 20, 2009

Ara, I saw this familiar face in the paper this morning and wanted to express my condolences. I have just moved to Austin, what a small world. I always remember our musical collaboration with gratitude.
Melanie (organist from church in Richardson, 1974)

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