Marina was born December 12, 1950, in Fresno, California, to Michael and Florence Artenian. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed quilting and sewing and made many blankets for her family and friends. Marina attended Zion Congregational Church and College Community Congregational Church where she taught Sunday school and shared her faith. She passed away suddenly on August 16, 2013.
To her family, Marina was the strongest person they knew, always offering encouragement and love. She touched many lives with her kindness and generosity. Marina faced everything in a positive manner and will greatly be missed by her family and friends.
The family would like to thank the entire ER and ICU staffs at St. Agnes Medical Center for their gentle and professional care and concern.
Marina was preceded in death by her father Michael Artenian.
Marina is survived by her husband of 38 years, Michael Smith; their daughters Kendra Smith of Fresno, and Janina Schulz and husband Matthew of Fresno; her mother Florence Artenian; her sisters Gayane Korkmazian and husband Frank Korkmazian, and Loretta Artenian; and her brother Lawrence Artenian all of Fresno. She also leaves behind her grandchildren Brienne and Lincoln Schulz of Fresno, and her nieces Christina Hauff of Clovis, and Leah Artenian of Santa Monica.
A Celebration of Marina’s life will be held at College Community Congregational Church on Monday, August 26, 2013, at 10:30 a.m.
In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to College Community Congregational Church 5550 N. Fresno St., Fresno, CA 93710.
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