Charles R. Kochakian Obituary

The passing of Charles R. Kochakian (Methuen, Massachusetts), born in Salem, Massachusetts leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on November 24, 2025 at the age of 87. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Charles R. Kochakian to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Roopen Kochakian and Mary Kochakian; his brother Robert V. Kochakian; his godson Peter Afarian; Khatchik Afarian, Michael Annaian, John Annaian and Rosie Annaian.

He is survived by: his wife Elizabeth; his sons, Robert (Susan) of Salem, NH, James (Michelle) of Andover, MA and Stephen (Kimberly) of North Andover, MA.; his siblings, Rosalind Malone (late Edward) of Burlington, MA, Garabed Kochakian (Roberta) of West Bloomfield, MI and Richard (Cindy) of Port Matilda, PA.; his grandchildren, Matthew Kochakian of San Francisco, CA, Dr. Nicholas Kochakian of New York, NY, Isabella Kochakian of Los Angeles, CA and James Kochakian of Fort Myers, FL.; his siblings-in-law, Edward Annaian (Janet) of Andover, MA, Maryann Afarian of North Andover, MA, Maria Annaian of North Andover, MA and Rose Annaian of Methuen, MA.; and his godsons, Gregory Afarian and Michael Kochakian. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Gregory's Armenian Church at http://www.saintgregory.org.