In Memory of Anahid Najarian

Anahid Najarian of Watertown died peacefully in her sleep on December 14, 2023.

Born in Aleppo, Syria, she was the daughter of the late Norair and Zenount Artinian. Anahid moved to the United States in 1967 and soon started her life in Watertown.

Anahid was a devoted wife to her loving husband Nishan, to whom she was married for 50 years prior to his passing in 2022. Together, they were a fixture in the St. Stephen’s Armenian Church community.

Anahid is survived by her daughter Sonia, her son Ara (Christine) and her grandsons Andrew and Wyatt. She was predeceased by her husband Nishan and her brothers Haroutun and Vartan. She is also survived by loving nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held at St. Stephen’s Church in Watertown.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, in memory of Anahid Najarian, or to St. Stephen’s Armenian Church.