In memory of

Betty Bahia Hagopian

January 10, 1941 -  March 2, 2025

We are very sad to share that our beloved wife, sister, mother and grandmother Betty Hagopian passed away on March 2, 2025. She leaves Berge Hagopian, her husband of 54 years, three children, Susan, Sylvia and Arthur, and her cherished grandchildren, Olivia, Lara, James, Willem, Remi Belle and Roman.

Betty was born in Beirut, Lebanon, and moved to Canada where she enjoyed a fulfilling career supporting students and faculty at York University. Her commitment to their academic success was celebrated when she was awarded the Voice of York Award. She also was an ESL teacher at Seneca College for many years before she retired.

Betty enjoyed spending summers in Orillia, and every moment loving and spoiling her grandchildren who all miss her dearly. As per her wishes, a private family service will be held on Friday March, 7, 2025.

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Margaret Gowdy Adam gowdy (Special friend)

Entered March 6, 2025 from Renfrew Scotland

Thinking about the family at this very sad time it was our pleasure to know this lovely lady we will miss her very much God bless you beautiful lady

Sonya 

Entered March 6, 2025

Thinking of you during this difficult time. Sending you love.

David Murray (Colleague/Friend)

Entered March 7, 2025 from Toronto

I am so sorry for your loss--my condolences to the Hagopian family. I knew Betty as the Department of Anthropology administrator at York University. Betty was one of my favourite people in the department—she was so helpful to me as a new faculty member, and was very patient in answering all my questions about how to submit grades for courses, course scheduling and other administrative issues. Betty was also very popular with York U students--I'm pretty sure quite a few of them majored in anthropology because they liked her so much! She will be greatly missed.

Wayne Westernacher-Schneider (Friend)

Entered March 7, 2025 from Richmond Hill

My heartfelt condolences go out to the Hagopian family during this time of profound loss. Mrs. Hagopian was a gentle and kind spirit, whose presence was always a delight. I am grateful for the recent moments I was able to spend with her and find solace in believing that she is now watching over her loved ones from a place of peace and serenity. May her memory be a comfort and her legacy a source of strength for the family.

Eric Endicott and Linda Akazawa (Interconnected)

Entered March 7, 2025 from Toronto

Just want to send out our deepest sympathies to Susan and the girls and the entire family for your sudden and shocking loss.

Eric and Linda

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