We bid farewell to our mother, Zhanna Avakovna Avanesova, who departed from this world on May 31, 2024, at the age of 78 after a long battle with congestive heart failure. Her final moments were spent surrounded by her family. Zhanna was a pillar of strength and a beacon of love, her absence leaves a void in our hearts.
Zhanna's journey began in Baku where she grew up with her parents and siblings. Zhanna went on to study economics in Moscow, earning a bachelor's degree. Zhanna married Kamo and together they had two children, Vladlen and Gayana. Zhanna and her brother, together with their families immigrated to the US December of 1991 to begin their new life. Life as refugees was challenging, but she overcame many obstacles. Zhanna welcomed her first and only grandson, Elijah, September 10 2014, her pride and joy.
Zhanna's friendships encompassed all aspects of life, and each was special to her.
Mom, we will miss you immensely. You were our "go-to" when life got rough, you were our diplomat, you were our sanity in this crazy world, and our comfort when we needed clarity. You were always someone we could count on, and although you were a straight shooter, you always got your point across without judgement, and always provided us sound advice.
Zhanna is survived by her two children Vladlen and Gayana, her grandson Elijah, son in law, Christopher, her loving niece Rena, nephews Robert, Oleg and Samvel, who will continue to honor her legacy by living their lives to the fullest. Honorable mention to her beloved friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Natalia and Avak Avanesov, her siblings Rafael, Eduard and Vladlen.
A visitation for Zhanna will be held Thursday, June 6, 2024 from 11:30 AM until the time of the service at 12:30 PM at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 East Grand River Ave, East Lansing, MI 48823. Interment to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Following services, please join the family for a mercy meal at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 1701 East Saginaw Lansing, MI 48912.
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