ESTHER MANOOGIAN

Esther (Asdghig) Lee Manoogian passed away May 7, 2016. Born November 8, 1925 in Highland Park, MI, she was the daughter of Samuel and Mary (Kasparian) Assarian. Young Asdghig was raised in a tight-knit Armenian community where custom, tradition, culture and heritage were held in high esteem. Esther graduated from Highland Park High School and began working as a bookkeeper/hostess for a renowned restaurant in the Fisher Building during WWII. While attending a wedding, she met Carl Manoogian, with whom she fell in love and married on November 17, 1951. Esther became a devoted and dedicated Armenian wife and mother who lived by the principles of love and family and instilled those values in her children as well. Although some may view this lifestyle as old-fashioned, Esther was, in fact, a modern and progressive woman who encouraged her children's individuality and passion. Without judgment, she guided with love. With her zest for life, she inspired her children and grandchildren to explore and live life fully, but to never forget the importance of family. Esther was a devoted grandmother. Along with the entire family, her grandchildren enjoyed spending time with her and eagerly looked forward to her incredible cooking. Esther embraced youth and was a kid at heart but lived her life with sophistication, dignity and grace. She will forever hold a place of highest honor in the hearts of everyone who loved her.**************************** FAMILY MEMBERS: Beloved wife of the late Carl Manoogian. Dearest mother of Karen (The late Bert) Ayles, Carl Eric (Kathy) Manoogian, Robin Manoogian and Judy Manoogian. Loving grandmother of Lauren, Brooke, Steven, Max, Cory, Alec, Carly and Beauman. Dear daughter of the late Sahag 'Samuel' and Moushgoon 'Mary' Assarian. Sister of the late Manoog "Moe" (Rose) Assarian. Also many nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.*************** The family suggests that memorial donations be sent to either St. John Armenian Church or Children of Armenia Sponsorship Program (CASP). Kindly leave a loving remembrance here for Esther. Thank YouFuneral Service:St John Armenian Church;22001 Northwestern Hwy; Southfield, MIIn State Tuesday 5pm to 9pm with Dan Gark prayers at 7pm in St. John Armenian Church. The family will also receive friends in the church Wednesday from 9:30am until time of funeral service at 10:30am. Entombent will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery, Detroit. The family suggests memorial donations be sent to either St John Armenian Church or Children of Armenia Sponsorship Program (CASP) - Envelopes available during visiting hours.

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