Sarkissian, Tarfanda (Getsoian) of Watertown, May 22, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Puzant Sarkissian. Devoted mother of Krikor Sarkissian and his wife Shoghig, Vehanoush Sarkissian, Missak Sarkissian and his wife Elizabeth, Avedis Sarkissian and Vatche Sarkissian and his wife Silva.
Cherished grandmother of Mireille, Puzant, Laena, Nazareth, Boghos, Vartan, Vanda, Mary, Jessica, Rosealine and Raffi. Also survived by 8 loving great grandchildren. Sister of Khatoun Getsoian. Tarfanda was predeceased by 4 loving siblings. Also survived by many other loving family and friends.
Funeral service at Saint Stephen’s Armenian Church, 38 Elton Avenue, Watertown on Friday, May 26 at 1:00 p.m. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours will be held at Saint Stephen’s Armenian Church on Friday from 12 noon – 1:00 p.m. immediately prior to the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Saint Stephen’s Armenian Church, Watertown or Armenian Relief Society ( Watertown Leola Sassouni Chapter), 47 Nichols Avenue, Watertown, MA 02472.
Tarfanda was born on April 5th, 1930 in Beirut, Lebanon. As a young girl, she started working as a seamstress at the age of 12. Later on in life, she married Puzant Sarkissian and brought into this world 5 wonderful children. Her passion in life was her family and watching them grow into having their own families. She cherished her grandchildren and great grandchildren, loving each one individually with her whole heart and soul. Along the way she established amazing friendships that were ever lasting. She was best known for her generosity, courage, kindness and most of all her love to live her best life. Tarfanda was a woman who loved all and was loved by all. She touched and amazed anyone and everyone she came across. She was truly the “Queen” of our family and community. She loved a full life until the age of 93 where she was able to have her last dance the day before her health deteriorated. She left this world in peace and has now become our forever Angel. May she rest in eternal peace.
Interment at Ridgelawn Cemetery, Watertown.