Of Chevy Chase, MD, formerly of Methuen, MA on December 20, 2016 at the age of 84 after a long illness. Daughter of the late Jacob Krikorian (Hagop Der Hagopian) and Anna Krikorian (Anna Kerkian Der Hagopian). Survived by her sister Lillian Etmekjian of Newton, MA; nephew Charles Etmekjian and his wife Irene of Buffalo Grove, IL; niece Roxanne Etmekjian and her husband Nerses Joubanian of Newton, MA; grandnephew John Etmekjian and his wife Deborah; grandniece Lauren Opila and her husband Sky; grandnephew Steven Joubanian; grandniece Melanie Joubanian; and 2 great-grandnieces and 1 great-grandnephew. Also survived by many cousins and dear friends.
Diana was a retired elementary/reading teacher from the Prince George’s County Public School system. She was a loving sister and aunt, and caring friend. Throughout her life though especially in retirement, she traveled extensively, read widely, and participated in the cultural life of her community. She volunteered for many worthwhile causes for education, the arts, and to aid senior citizens. She was especially cherished for the one-to-one care she gave to family, friends, and individuals in need.
Interment of her ashes at Mount Auburn Cemetery, Cambridge, MA on Saturday January 21 at 11 am, to be followed by a collation at the family’s home in West Newton. Friends and family are kindly invited to attend. Please contact the family at 617-969-9105 for additional information.
Donations in her memory may be made to St. Mary Armenian Church, 4125 Fessenden St. NW, Washington, DC 20016, or The Washington National Opera www.kennedycenter.org, or the charity of your choice.