Obituaries

Sosy Kadian Danced to Her Own Beat

CRESSKILL, N.J.—It was almost poetic really. Take a dance floor, introduce some Armenian music, and call Sosy Krikorian-Kadian to the forefront. No, you wouldn’t have to call, probe, or invite.  It was automatic.  The dancing machine didn’t need a clue, much less an urge. She was the complete package—those gyrations and footwork, the infectious smile, the intensity, and the

Already a subscriber?Log in here

This story is FREE for you...

Create a free account to access this and four more articles, and get more sent to you with our e-newsletter.

Or, subscribe now for unlimited access
By submitting your email address you agree for Hairenik Association, Inc. to send you communication by email.

Tom Vartabedian

Tom Vartabedian is a retired journalist with the Haverhill Gazette, where he spent 40 years as an award-winning writer and photographer. He has volunteered his services for the past 46 years as a columnist and correspondent with the Armenian Weekly, where his pet project was the publication of a special issue of the AYF Olympics each September.

3 Comments

  1. I remember her from marches, leading the chants, stirring the crowd, a real force of nature, I thought. I admired her energy, her passion her patriotism and dedication. Of course, there were other occasions and events, but in the mind’s eye, I will always see her as this strong Armenian woman, leading and inspiring the crowd with her strong voice, a proud flag bearer, long before the tricolor became every Arneian’s flag. I feel fortunate to have encountered her.

  2. Beautiful article for a beautiful person and very well deserved!
    Her graceful mannerism on the dance floor was a joy to watch, for all ages.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *


Back to top button