Obituary for
Dr. Sarkis Sarkissian
Dr. Sarkis Sarkissian, 94, of Lexington Park, MD passed away at home on April 18, 2017, surrounded by his devoted, loving wife of 65 years and his children. Born on December 16, 1922 in Hamadan, Iran, he was the son of the late Julia Ann Mirza Sarkissian, and George Sarkissian. Sarkis is survived by his wife Kathleen Sarkissian of Lexington Park, MD. Sarkis is survived by his children: David Sarkissian (wife Bethany) of Hollywood, MD, Amanda Sarkissian of Pembroke Pines, FL, Siblings: Julius Sargiss (wife Alice), and Mary Sargiss of California. He was preceded in death by his brother Issac Sargiss.
Sarkis graduated from Teheran University with a Medical Degree. He worked as a Physician, truly loving his work, and the patients he treated until his retirement in 1993.
In his free time he liked to take walks, learn Spanish and read books about theology. When visiting his daughter Amanda, he enjoyed swimming and sitting by the pool, as well as bicycle riding, thoroughly enjoying his retirement.
The family will receive friends Monday, April 24, 2017 from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM with a Service held at 6:45PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD with Father David Beaubien officiating. Interment will be private.
The Family wishes to invite family and friends who would like to join them at The Front Porch Restaurant in Leonardtown, MD, at 7:00 PM on Monday April 24, 2017 for refreshments and fellowship.
Contributions may be made to: St. Mary’s Hospice 44724 Hospice Lane Callaway, MD 20620.
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