Category Archives: Obituaries
Obituary: Margaret Apoian Lave (1933-2026)
Born in Chicago, IL on December 6th 1933. Died peacefully in Boca Raton FL on April 29th 2026.
Margaret Apoian Lave met her husband, Robert J. Lave, and they were married on February 11, 1956. She is survived by her four children: her son Gregory and his wife Ellen; her daughter Tamara; her son Chris; and her youngest son, Steven, and his wife Meghan. She is also survived by her grandchildren Carter, Maggi, and Harrison and his wife Kristen.
She is further survived by her sister-in-law, Louise Apoian, and Louise’s children: Mariam Apoian-Spaulding, Nick Apoian, and Dina Apoian-Clark; as well as Carol Lave McAdams and her children, David, Peter, and Monica McAdams. She also leaves behind many more nieces and nephews.
Margaret loved and cherished her family deeply.
Margaret was truly happiest in the kitchen at St. David’s, where she was known as “the pilaf lady.” For 30 years, she was there every Saturday at 6 a.m., faithfully serving. She worked full-time until she was 82 years old.
She spoke kindly to everyone.
Simply put, she was a true Christian and lived her life accordingly.
She is our mother, and we will miss her dearly. ✝️
Funeral Services will be held at St. David Armenian Church:
2300 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33431
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 at 2:30 PM
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. David Armenian Church, 2300 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33431.
OBITUARY: Elmast Kohar Stoddard (1943-2023)
Elmast “Kohar” Haladjian Stoddard
October 9, 1943 – January 23, 2023
Elmast “Kohar” Stoddard passed away on Monday, January 23, 2023 at the age of 79. She is survived by her siblings, nieces, nephews and great-niece and nephews.
Kohar is in Heaven now with her beloved Mother and Father, Chnnorike and Krikor Haladjian.
Born in Beirut, Lebanon on October 9, 1943, Kohar was the eldest of 4 children, and grew up to become a very successful nurse.
She studied nursing at the American University of Beirut (AUB) and continued her illustrious career by traveling to Africa, Scotland, and Saudi Arabia. Primarily working as a Labor and Delivery Nurse, Kohar helped deliver over 400 babies, including a set of triplets.
Later on in her profession she moved to South Florida and became a Home Health Nurse where she continued her education by obtaining an MBA at Nova Southeastern University.
A pillar of her family and the community, Kohar was revered as a Christian, leader and friend, providing guidance and support to all those in need.
Her kindness, smile and grace will forever live in our memories and hearts as we go on to honor her spirit each and every day.
Rest In Peace, our sweet Kohar. You are with your Mom and Dad now.
A visitation for Kohar will be held Tuesday, January 31, 2023 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Bailey Memorial, 6701 West Commercial Blvd, Tamarac, FL 33319.
The funeral service will be Wednesday, February 1, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 12:45 PM at St Mary Armenian Apostolic Church, 4050 NW 100th Ave, Hollywood, FL 33024 with the burial to follow at 2:00 PM at Our Lady Queen of Heaven, 1500 S State Road 7, North Lauderdale, FL 33068.
Contributions in Kohar’s memory may be made to St. Mary Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.baileymemorial.com for the Haladjian family.
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