Obituary of Charles Garabed Sarkisian

SARKISIAN, Charles Garabed Passed away unexpectedly but peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, December 31st at Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital at the age of 80. Best and beloved friend of his wife Georgina for 57 years. Much loved father of Sam (Lois), George, Martin, Julia (Loris) Dumanian and Gregory (Silvia). Cherished Grandpa of Blaze, Haig, Tamar, Armen, Vaughan, Sevan, Tobin and Seth. Charlie retired from General Motors after 42 years of service. He was a Charter Member of the Thorold Lions, and a lifetime member of St. Gregory's Armenian Church. Heartfelt thanks to the entire staff of Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital for their outstanding care and compassion. The family will receive visitors at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 585 Carlton Street, St. Catharines on Thursday, January 6th from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Christian Burial Service will be held on Friday, January 7th at St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Apostolic Church, 49 Carlton Street, St. Catharines at 11am. Interment at Victoria Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. Gregory's Armenian Church would be appreciated by the family.