Father of California-based owner Krikorian dies at 89

Thoroughbred Times
Sept 2 2004

Former trainer George Krikorian Sr., father of Southern
California-based owner George Krikorian, died at age 89 on August 29 in
Vista, California, after a battle with cancer. Krikorian retired as
a trainer in the late 1980s after training on the New England circuit
at such tracks as Lincoln Downs, Narragansett Park, Rockingham Park,
and Suffolk Downs, Daily Racing Form reports.

His son gained prominence by campaigning multiple Grade 1-winning
millionaire Starrer and Grade 3 winner Makeup Artist.

A memorial service was scheduled for Thursday near Oceanside,
California. In lieu of flowers, the family requested that donations
be made to the St. John Garabed Armenian Church, 4473 30th Street,
San Diego, California 92116.

From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress