Arie Orchanian, age 32, of Lexington, Massachusetts, passed away on December 23, 2025, in a tragic automobile accident in Watertown. He was returning with his beloved aunt, Anie Manoushagian, to the Armenian Memorial Church following a funeral when the accident occurred. They entered eternal rest together.
Arie was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and was the cherished son of John and Maral Orchanian. He grew up in Watertown and Lexington, where he formed lifelong friendships and deep roots within the Armenian and Evangelical communities.
He attended St. Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School and Lexington Public Schools, later earning his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Boston University. Arie was pursuing his MBA at Northeastern University, and would have graduated in a few months.
Professionally, Arie worked at Mintz as a Senior Marketing Technology Specialist, where he was respected for his intelligence, precision, and exceptional attention to detail.
Arie had a deep love for music and photography, passions that reflected his thoughtful and creative spirit. He will be remembered for his peaceful and special smile, one that left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
A devoted man of faith, Arie loved Jesus Christ and lived with a sincere desire for others to believe in God.
He is survived by his loving parents, John and Maral Orchanian; his brother, Johnie Norayr Orchanian, and sister-in-law, Garin Haidostian Orchanian; along with extended family and many dear friends.
Funeral services for both Arie and Anie will be held on Monday, January 5, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the First Armenian Church, Belmont, Massachusetts, followed by interment at Ridgelawn Cemetery, Watertown.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Armenian Memorial Church of Watertown, Massachusetts, in Arie’s memory.
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