Robert Avedisian

Robert S. Avedisian passed away on November 23, 2014. He was born on April 17, 1920 to George and Ruth (Parks) Avedisian in Lawrence, MA. Bob enlisted in the Army Air Corps on June 8, 1939. Bob served for over six years during WWII, was a Pearl Harbor Survivor, and received an honourable discharge on August 29, 1945 as a Master Sergeant. He met LaZon Woolsey when he came to Cedar City, UT with the Army Air Corps, and they were married shortly after on May6, 1943. LaZon was the love of his life. Bob also served as a battalion staff officer in Korea, and was in the National Guard for eight years. In 1947, he served as a Cedar City Police Officer and Iron County Deputy Sheriff simultaneously. Following that, he worked at the iron mines for 25 years. After retirement, Bob volunteered for many years with the CCPD and a local handicap group. He was very patriotic and proud of his service to his country. Bob's biggest joy in life was his family. Bob is survived by his daughters, Betty (Bob) Rosenberg and Linda Milianta, five grandchildren: Mark (Alayne) Davis, Robert (Jennifer) Davis, Debbie Robb, Leesa Rosenberg, and Sam Milianta.. six great-grandchildren: McCall Rosenberg, Haley, Logan, Lexi, Ashly, and Erica Davis. He his preceded in death by his parents, his wife, LaZon (Woolsey) Avedisian, two brothers, two sisters and his son-in-law, Marion Robb (Vietnam). The family would like to thank Intermountain Home Health & Hospice, the staff at Emerald Point, and the many others who showed him kindness and caring. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 am on Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at Southern Utah Mortuary (190 North 300 West, Cedar City, UT). A viewing will be held prior to services from 10:00-11:00 am on Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at Southern Utah Mortuary. Interment will be at the Cedar City Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. Online condolences can be sent to www.sumortuary.com.