Regina Anne Najarian: Dedicated Mother, Volunteer

Regina was the family’s glue. She ran the household and taught her boys the importance of always striving to achieve their best. She instilled morals and values so they would grow to become positive contributors to society. Regina emphasized the importance of their cultural heritage and giving back to the community. She led by example, regularly volunteering to support many charities in her community and through the New England Patriots Foundation, such as Cradles to Crayons, the Women’s Lunch Place, and the Patriots’ Children’s Holiday Party. Over the years, Regina spearheaded many successful fundraisers for St. Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School in Watertown, MA and Schofield Elementary School in Wellesley, and dedicated many hours to the auction committee at St. Sebastian’s School in Needham. Most recently, Regina helped Berj establish Who We Are, a charitable organization focused on cultural preservation and understanding.

Above all, Regina loved being with her family. Among her favorites were the summers they shared on Cape Cod, in Rockport, and at Woodland Golf Club.

Regina’s ability to form deep relationships at every point of her life is legendary. She was the daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend we all strive to be – compassionate, loyal, kind and smart, with the perfect dose of humor.

A life ended too soon, but her everlasting spirit will be carried forth in our memories. Regina Najarian will be forever missed, but never forgotten.

Regina is predeceased by her mother Anne Vartanian. She is survived by her husband Berj, and her children, Sebu and Avi. She is also survived by her father, Walter Vartanian of Belmont; her brother Gregory and his wife Sonia of Arlington, MA; her sister Carol and her husband Alex of Watertown; Elenne and Louis Najarian of Manhasset, NY; Haig and Taline Najarian of Wyckoff, NJ, Aram and Meg Najarian of Westfield, NJ and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Funeral services were held June 15 at Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church, 145 Brattle Street, Cambridge.  A Celebration of Life followed at Gillette Stadium, Foxboro, MA.