The Boy Who Lived
Remembering my father-in-law, Mike Vartabedian (1937-2025)
Michael Vartabedian was born on September 5, 1937 in Brooklyn, New York; he died in Romeoville, Illinois on May 26, 2025. He was the second son of Benjamin and Pam Vartabedian (née Mazmanian). He is survived by Elizabeth, his wife of 56 years; his sons Matthew (Jennifer) and Andrew (me); his grandchildren, Emmett and Maeve; and his brothers, H. Richard and Daniel (Mary). He is preceded in death by his parents and his best friend and kin, Bob Lutz.
Mike's official obituary is here.