Hayastan Garoyan

Hayastan Garoyan was born in Madison, Maine on October 15, 1921 to Ohannes and Satenig (Krikorian) Garabedian, Hayastan passed away peacefully on Monday, August 24 with her son John and goddaughter Audrey by her side. An outstanding student, she was inducted into the National Honor Society while a senior at New Britain High School. She matriculated in 1940 and was Valedictorian of her class. A lover of music, she had a trained voice and was frequently called upon to sing at cultural events sponsored by Armenian community organizations. For many years she served as a member of the St. George Armenian Church choir and youth group (ACYOA). She derived much pleasure from her extensive travels throughout the world. Hayastan was employed by Chandler Evans for over 40 years as Executive Assistant to numerous vice presidents. Hayastan is survived by her devoted son John Garoyan, her loving brother Haige John Garabedian, and brother-in-law Clement Ashekian. She is also survived by her dear nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and cousins. Hayastan was pre-deceased by her husband John and sisters Elizabeth Boyajian and Julia Ashekian. It was her wish that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to St. George Armenian Apostolic Church, 22 White Street, Hartford, CT 06114. Calling hours will be Friday, August 28, 5-8 pm at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 South Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 29, 10:30 am at St. George Armenian Church. Burial will take place at Fairview Cemetery, New Britain.