Worcester - Marian R. (Kolligian) Schollard, 85, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 3, 2013 surrounded by loving family. Her husband of 38 years, Paul D. Schollard predeceased her. She is survived by her son, Keith D. Schollard of Upton, MA and companion Gwen Cheek of Wellesley, MA; daughter, Karen R. Hagenburger and her husband Davis W. of Palos Verdes, CA; her sister, Carole Naumes of Worcester, MA; two nieces, Jennifer R. Gerritsen of the Netherlands and Pamela A. Park of Los Angeles, CA; four grandchildren, Michael, Emily, and Jane of Upton and John Paul O'Gorman of Palos Verdes, CA. She also leaves her companion, Francis X. Ford of Worcester as well as several close friends and neighbors.
She was born in Worcester, daughter of Rose (Kasian) and Nishan Kolligian. She was a graduate of Commerce High. Marian was a member of the Armenian Church of Our Saviour. She was also a member of the YMCA and the Water Lilies. She worked for the City of Worcester for 30 years. She enjoyed traveling, playing cards, and swimming. Marian's family extends a very special thank you to Dr. Deborah Ford and her husband Alfred Chicoine for their support, care, and love through the years.
Calling hours at Nordgren Memorial Chapel, 300 Lincoln Street will be held Weds., March 6 from 5-8 pm. A Dahngark Service will be held at 7:30 pm during calling hours. The funeral will be held from Nordgren's on Thurs., March 7, with an 11 am service at the Armenian Church of Our Saviour. Burial will follow in St. John's Cemetery, Worcester. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of the donor's choice or to the Armenian Church of Our Saviour, 87 Salisbury St., Worcester MA 01609.
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