Dina Saakov

She was born Dina Danielyan, in Stepanakert, USSR, on Sunday, June 24th, 1928. Her parents were David and Alexandra Danielyan. She was married to Eduard Saakov on Saturday, November 7th, 1953.

Dina studied at the State Medical Institute in Baku, and became a cardiologist. She rose to the rank of Chief of Cardiology at a tertiary medical center, and held this position for over 20 years. She was a hero and a savior to countless people in their time of need. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Nothing made her happier than simply being in the presence of her family.

Dina and Eduard joined their family in the Kansas City area in 1994. Eduard died in 1996. Dina is survived by her children Vadim and Lolitta; her grandchildren Sam, Liliya, Dina, David and Daniel; and her great-grandchildren Aiden and Allias.

Funeral services will be held at Mt Moriah Funeral Home, 10507 Holmes Rd, Kansas City, MO 64131 on Tuesday, October 4th, 2022. Visitation will start at 10am, service at 11am.