Louise Paylun Goorhigian, 97 of Milford CT, passed away on June 10, 2025

Louise Paylun Goorhigian, 97 of Milford CT, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2025, while surrounded by her loving family. Louise was born on March 9, 1928 in Bridgeport, CT, to the late Albert Zarifian and Sophie (Serpoohie) Zarifian. She was the beloved wife of 62 years to Martin Goorhigian.

Louise was a proud graduate of Warren Harding High School in Bridgeport, Connecticut, where she was an active member of the softball team and glee club. She remained closely connected to her classmates and attended many reunions over the years. In 1964, she and her beloved husband Martin settled in Milford, where they built a loving home together. She worked as a hairdresser at Howland’s Department Store and made the best deli sandwiches at Joe’s Lunch Box. She retired from Sikorsky Aircraft as a clerical assistant for the engineering department.

Louise had a deep and unwavering faith in God. She was a member of the Holy Ascension Armenian Church in Trumbull, where she joyfully sang in the choir. She and Martin shared a love for travel, exploring the world together with memorable trips across Europe and to Armenia. Louise also found joy in life’s simple pleasures—shopping and coffee dates with her dear friends always brought her happiness.

Above all, Louise treasured her family. Her greatest pride and joy were her grandchildren, whom she loved deeply and unconditionally.

In addition to her beloved husband Martin, she is survived by their children: Charles Goorhigian of Milford and Michele Spence and her husband, William of Wallingford. Beloved grandchildren: Olivia Esposito and her husband, Charles, Ani Goorhigian, David Spence, and Alina Goorhigian; as well as her sister-in-law Rose Hagopian, and many nieces, nephews, and beloved friends. Louise is predeceased by her three siblings: Sgt. Jack (Hagop) Zarifian, Marion Chapkounian (Simon), and George Zarifian (Joan).

Family and friends are invited to gather on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad Street, Milford. A Prayer Service will begin at 11:00 a.m.The service will be officiated by Fr. Untzag Nalbandian, Pastor of the Holy Ascension Armenian Church in Trumbull, CT. Interment will follow at Kings Highway Cemetery, 35 Gulf St, Milford CT 06460.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Holy Ascension Armenian Church online at https://giving.myamplify.io//app/giving/acha

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