Alan A. Varteresian
October 2, 1934 – July 23, 2023
Alan A. Varteresian, peacefully went to his eternal rest at the age of 88 on July 23, 2023. He was the beloved son of the late Avedis and Esther (Topalian) Varteresian and the loving brother of Russell Varteresian and his wife Barbara. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
A life-long resident of Roslindale, Alan graduated from Roslindale High School, Class of 1952. He received his B.A. and M.S. degrees from Boston State Teachers College (now part of UMass Boston). A proud Veteran, Alan enlisted in the US Army serving as a Sergeant from 1957-59, stationed in Germany. Upon his return, he educated elementary school-aged children in the Boston Public Schools for over 40 years. Alan was known for his quick wit, candidness, loyalty, and generosity.
His family wishes to thank the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Oncology Staff for their kindness and loving care of Alan.
Family and friends are invited to attend Funeral service at Holy Trinity Armenian Church, 145 Brattle Street, Cambridge on Monday, July 31 at 11:00 a.m. Visiting hours will be held at church on Monday from 10:00 am - 11:00 am, immediately prior to the Funeral service. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Hyde Park.
Donations may be made In Lieu of Flowers - Holy Trinity Armenian Church of Greater Boston htaac.org , or City of Smile - an organization dedicated to providing oncology treatment and care to children in Armenia, ages infant to 26 years old: DONATE IN USA cityofsmile.org or to one’s favorite charity in Alan’s name.