HELEN J. (TALANIAN) KALOOSTIAN

82, of Redwood Drive, Cranston, passed away on Sunday, October 6th, 2013 surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved and devoted wife of 57 years to Peter L. Kaloostian. Helen was born in Dorchester, MA; a daughter of the late Setrack and Victoria (Kalunian) Talanian. She was the cherished mother of three daughters; Candace Kaloostian, Shelley Kaloostian-Conti and Ellen Kaloostian Ferrara, all of Cranston and was adored by four grandchildren, her "darlings," Taylor, Peter, Grace and Nicholas. Helen was the loving mother-in-law of Joseph Conti and Matthew Ferrara, and dear aunt of Karen Martin and Denise Boghigian. She was the beloved sister of the late Stella Talanian and Grace Nanian. Helen touched the lives of many, including special cousins and friends. She dedicated her life to caring for her family who were her pride and joy. She was treasured and will be deeply missed. Funeral from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Ave., Cranston on Thursday at 11 a.m., followed by a Funeral Service in Sts. Sahag & Mesrob Armenian Apostolic Church, Providence at 12 noon. Burial will be at Swan Point Cemetery, Providence. VISITING HOURS are THURSDAY MORNING from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Sts. Sahag & Mesrob Church, 70 Jefferson St., Providence, RI 02908.

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