Van M. Aroian

Van Aroian's obituary

What can we do to keep Van's legacy alive in the world?

When on a board, be an active participant in its management and vision.

Have a strong sense of purpose and work to achieve it.

Don't give up and have purpose.

Always do something for the "Armenian cause."

Pass his smile along :)

Have a good time at lunch and do it often!

Serve your people.

Eat more ice cream (chocolate).

Keep learning and teaching others.

Educate about Armenian history.

Kindness and Faith.

Keep our Armenian Heritage alive.

Embrace and support the family.

Always ask, whoever you are with, how they are doing.

Continue to educate our Armenian children to serve in the church and about our rich heritage.

Be kinder, listen to others, more thoughtful.

Support and build affordable housing, urban renewal.

Believe in yourself and what you can achieve-- be kind to others and always be curious and expand your horizons.

Support the work of NAASR.

Make sure your children have an unvarnished understanding of Armenian history.

Listen to someone's story, ask them if they would like help with something and given them some of your time.
Be welcoming.

Be curious and get involved where you believe you have an interest and influence.

Keep a large stockpile of jams in the cabinet.

Always show interest in young people around us.

Support the history and heritage of the Armenian culture.

Remember kindness always matters.