In Memory of Lucy Torosian

Lucy Torosian (Markarian) of Belmont, Massachusetts passed away on August 14, 2021.

Daughter of the late Manoog and Siranoush (Zeytoonjian) Markarian. Beloved wife of Himayak Torosian for 64 years. Loving daughter-in-law to the late Armenouhi Torosian. Devoted mother of Susan Torosian and Kaspar Torosian and his late wife Grace. Cherished grandmother, affectionately known as “Maymay,” to Gregory, Haig and Markar Torosian and his wife Mengting. Adored great grandmother of Marie Grace. Sister of the late Markar Markarian, Toros Markarian and Elizabeth Danieli. Also survived by many loving godchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Lucy was born in South Boston where she attended school and lived in a vibrant, close-knit Armenian community. She founded M&T Oil with her father Manoog, where she was the bookkeeper and secretary; she was later joined by her brothers. Along with her mother Siranoush, she enjoyed hosting the South Boston coffee/tea socials with the family and neighbors. She helped her brothers, sister and in-laws by lovingly caring for her nephews and nieces. She helped family members, friends and any Armenian wanting to migrate to America and become citizens.

She married Himayak (Mike) and later moved to Belmont, MA. She helped found L&M Oil and Hi Energy Oil Companies.  She supported the churches and was the secretary for the Holy Trinity Armenian School for many years.  She will continue to be loved and missed by all.

Funeral service at Holy Trinity Armenian Church, 145 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA on Friday, August 20, 2021. A visitation period will be held at church on Friday morning from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon, immediately prior to the funeral service. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made one of the following:

Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church
145 Brattle Street
Cambridge, MA 02138

St. Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School
47 Nichols Ave
Watertown, MA  02472

Armenian Heritage Foundation
PO Box 77
Watertown, MA 02471