The quote "character is a tree and reputation is its shadow" describes the life honorably and well lived by Armand Andreassian. The son of the late Andre and Berdjouhi Andreassian, Armand passed away on February 6, 2022 following a courageous battle against complications of cancer. Armand was born on March 18 in Marseille, France. He along with his parents and his beloved sister, Helene, emigrated to Montreal, Quebec, Canada in 1954. Thoughtful and insightful with a love for learning, Armand excelled as a student. He graduated from McGill University in 1970 majoring in Psychology.
Following a move to Newton, Ma with his family in 1963, Armand accepted a position as a Psychologist at the Metropolitan State Hospital in Waltham where he specialized in Adolescent treatment and programs. He became the Director of Events and Activities for his department. Armand became admired and respected for his patient and creative manner in dealing with the complicated issues of his young patients. Always eager for new challenges, Armand studied Real Estate and became a licensed broker in 1980. Fluent in three languages, Armand translated documents for the Boston courts. He also taught English to adults in Evening School programs.
Armand was a man full of life. He enjoyed living every day, making every day count. He especially loved people. He was a "collector" of people and enjoyed introducing and connecting people of like interests together. He was a lover of music and the arts, especially opera, classical, and Broadway musicals, He was an avid theater goer and enjoyed small theater productions that focused on young talent. He established the Andreassian Music Fund and along with his sister, they hosted memorable concerts featuring soloists from the New England Light Opera Company. The funds raised were used to establish scholarships for young people pursuing a career in music. The fund was established in honor of his late mother, an accomplished opera soloist in France.
As a creative and artistic observer, at a young age Armand began collecting paintings, antiques, and furniture of all styles and mediums at estate sales and auctions.
Among Armand's outstanding qualities were his sense of humor and capacity for compassion for his family and friends. Sensitive and strong, he would reach out with words of comfort and solace to those in need. His strong faith was a "gift" he shared with others as his prayer line was always expanding to include anyone hurt or suffering. A devoted brother to his sister, Helene, they enjoyed many years together at their home in South Yarmouth, Cape Cod,
Armand's life speaks to this: Each soul leaves a legacy of love....each memory a bridge to comfort and connect one heart to another forever.
Relatives and friends are invited to honor Armand's memory on Friday, February 11, 2022 at a 11:00 am service at St. James Armenian Church 465 Mt. Auburn St. Watertown, Ma. Respects may be paid prior to the service at 10:00 am at the Bedrosian Funeral Home 558 Mt. Auburn St. Watertown, Ma.
Donations and tributes to Armand's memory may be made to Saint James Armenian Church.
Burial will be private.