David & Greg, 
Sorry to see notice of the passing of your dad. 
He established a fine dining legend and the two of you have maintained his vision. 

Take care. 
Richard & Cindy Cook 

Sorry To hear of John’s passing. Many great memories from Wilsonia with Tim and Mary Del Johnson.  

Bob and Elaine (Elaine Deceased) Johnson 

Dear David and Greg

Our  sincere condolences to both of you and the rest of your family at this time of  loss of your father.

Sincerely,   Roger and Ann Johnson

 What an outstanding individual in so many ways!  My family has enjoyed the fine dining and beautiful ambience on many occasions since Vintage Press opened decades ago.  He has left a wonderful legacy for his children to cherish and for the dining public to enjoy.  Thank you, John.  Rest In Peace.

My husband, Russell Doe, and I extend our heartfelt condolences to the Vartanian family. 

In so many ways John Vartanian and the Vintage Press were the heart and essence of what made Visalia the beautiful, charming town that it is.

  Russell and Tamara Doe 

I've had the pleasure of experiencing Vartanian family hospitality since the early 1970s. Although I've lived in Fresno/Clovis, the Vintage Press was where we went -- and still do -- for the special occasions, including a night in a Visalia so we could enjoy some fine wine without worry. I remember John and Arlene from the front of the house: always gracious. I became acquainted with Greg and David in my days as food and wine editor at The Fresno Bee. In more recent years, we have continued to visit when we could, especially for birthdays, anniversaries and the like. Special occasions call for special care from special people. We always feel the warmth that must be baked into every Vartanian and the attention to detail that  makes each visit memorable. While I grieve  John's loss, I'm comforted by sweet memories and the certainty that more memories will be made with his offspring. 


We wish the entire Vartanian family our sincere condolences. 

John was a character and such a nice person.  We remember sharing a nip with him from his mobile bar at the St Patrick’s day parade.  

We miss him.  Love Graham and Brenda Allan and our staff at Visalia Harley-Davidson.

Our sincere condolences on the loss of your father and patriarch.  I remember my dad (Doyle Ritchie) taking us 4 kids in the evening to Plaza park to play tennis with the Vartanians, what a surprise when your dad drove up in a station wagon and out poured maybe 10 of  you  kids!  Like you, we feel like we grew up spending special occasions and many delicious meals at the "VP" .  
Our thoughts and prayers for John and your family during this time.
May your legacy continue!
Greg and Rhonda Montgomery

To the Vartanian Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. John was a person I well admired since I was his Health Inspector for several years. It was always a pleasure to visit with him during inspections. I started doing inspections at the Vintage Press in 1994 and also during when the working of the preparation of his other ventures. I had my retirement dinner at the Vintage Press on March 16, 2007 and it was fabulous and well done. It is with a heavy heartfelt sadness that John has passed. I always remembered Arlene when she greeted at the door, and I have met a lot of the family and I send my regards and condolences to the family. May John RIP. Prayers for the family🌹🌹🙏🏻🙏🏻

So Sorry to about your fathers passing.  He was a great man and did so much for our downtown.  

Tom & Ordonna LInk
Kelly & Julie Link

Deepest and heartfelt condolences to the family of John Vartanian.  

We began going to the Press in 1976, and  have so many wonderful memories of splendid celebrations spent there.  How proud we were to share this special place with out-of-town guests!  John was an such an elegant figure, and his very presence enhanced the evening.  What a wonderful and continuing legacy for our community.  We share your grief in the loss of your beloved father. 
  
       

May God Bless the John Vartanian family and Friends....
 
      John will be missed and remembered of his kind heart and loving friendship and his passion for kindness to all people everywhere...

      May God our father in Heaven bless John Vartanian's heart and soul through the spirit of Jesus Christ the Lord and savior ....

      His kindness and love was felt everywhere throughout....we will miss and think of him often with great memories and kindness....

God Bless all

With deepest sympathy and condolences to the Vartanian Family and Friends ...

John  Vartanian's friend's John Brown and Olivia 


     

Dear Vartanian Family,

We are saddened by your loss and pray that God's richest blessing may be yours in abundance. "Rest eternal grant him, O Lord, and may light perpetual shine upon him." 

Terry and Sandy Pitts

Vartanian Family:

I was saddened to hear of the loss of your father.   I have fond memories of him, and will miss him  very much.   Sending prayers to the entire family !

We were sad to hear of John's passing.
John was a wonderful man that always had a great passion for life.
He was thoughtful, kind, and was always proud of his family.
May God rest his soul.

The Boyajian Cousins.
Greg, Ralph,  Ken and respective spouse and families

I remember John as being a kind and generous man.  I have fond memories of working for him at the Vintage Press.

My heart goes out to the entire Vartanian family.

With sympathy,
Scott Trambley

OBITUARY

John Gregory Vartanian Jr.

April 24, 1935 – May 5, 2021

Miller Memorial Chapel

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