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Mr Matheos "Matty " Armaghanian

Sherbrooke, February 11, 2025

Mr Matheos ” Matty ” Armaghanian  ( 1942 – 2025 )

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our rock, Matheos “Matty” Armaghanian in the early morning of February 11th, 2025. Matty was larger than life with his infectious personality and charm. Born in Egypt in 1942 to his mother Isabelle “Lily” Ishkanian and father Baghdig Armaghanian.  He immigrated to Canada with his mother and sister 61 years ago. Matty went on to live his dream by being a pioneer in the Montreal food scene with Chez Kiki a Mykonos and Matty’s Restaurant on Rue de la Montagne in the 70’s and 80’s.

Matty will be forever missed by many but mostly by his wife, Celia Sani, his daughters, Anya Armaghanian (Michael Kazandjian), Lisa Major and sister, Vivian “Vivi” Armaghanian. He also leaves behind his Stepchildren Claudia and Anthony Masecchia, niece Tina Merkouris, his beloved grandchildren Olivia Rose, Lily Rose, Dallas and Giuliana, Selena, Matteo, Mila, August along with many cherished cousins and friends.

Matty joined his mother, father and beloved niece Selena.

A celebration of life will be held on March 23rd, 2025 at  the Ste-Croix Church, 1025 , Elizabeth  blvd,  Laval, Qc H7W 3J7. Mass is from 10:30am to 12:30pm.  The 40 th  will be mentioned around 11h30.

Friends and family will be welcomed at 12:30pm in the reception hall for coffee and light bites.

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Matthew

Rest in peace, Matthew. I will cherish all of the memories I have. 42 years of memories. I loved it when you told me that YOU did not need Google because you had my mother ''Ceeelia'' I loved singing que paso que paso YOLANDA....And of course, I will continue shopping the ''sales'' my inside joke with you !!

I will never forget you
Claudia

Claudia Masecchia

18 February 2025

Suzanne Foisy

"Les mots me manquent face à ta douleur. Sache que je pense très fort à toi en ces moments difficiles. Toutes mes condoléances les plus sincères ainsi qu'à ta famille et tes proches".

Suzanne Foisy

18 February 2025

Richard Khouzam

Toutes mes condoléances à la famille. J'ai bien connu Matty's à Sherbrooke
Un tres chic monsieur.

Richard Khouzam

18 February 2025

Roberto Anzini

My deepest condolences to you and your family Dear Anya and Mike. You are in my thoughts and prayers

Rob Anzini

Roberto Anzini

17 February 2025

Adrian Wills

Dear Celia and Anya,

My mother told me about Matty's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories watching films with Matty, and enjoying time with him. He was so generous and kind. I am so sorry for your loss, and I wish you all the best from our family. Please take care. Adrian and Nina

Adrian Wills

17 February 2025

Roma Trottier

Hoping that time will ease your pain and that the beautiful moments, forever engraved in your heart, will be comforting for you.

Roma Trottier

17 February 2025

Condolences

Celia and family,
My condolences on the loss of Matty
He was an amazing man who, when I was in his presence, always managed to make me smile and laugh
He will be greatly missed
Sympathy
Lynsie

Lynsie Xerri

17 February 2025

Michelle Filion

Mes sincères condoléances Celia ,Anya ,Vivi ainsi a tout la familles xx

Michelle Filion

17 February 2025

Lucie DiGenova

To Celia and all of Matty's family, my sincerest condolences and heartfelt sympathies.
Matty was indeed a Grand man.

Lucie DiGenova

17 February 2025

Janet Arnold

My deepest condolences Anya and family

Janet Arnold

17 February 2025

Shirley and John Mulholland

To all the family
We are very sorry to hear of Matty’s passing. He was a wonderful man and always kind and gracious to us. And he always had a joke to tell us.
May he rest in peace with the Lord.

Shirley and John Mulholland

17 February 2025

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