Carol A. (Mikaelian) Columbus' Obituary
Carol A. (Mikaelian) Columbus, 75, of Camillus, passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday, February 28, 2017. She was born in Syracuse and graduated from SUNY Cobleskill and SUNY Oswego. Carol was a teacher with the West Genesee School District for 37 years. She was an active member of St. Paul’s Armenian Apostolic Church and taught Sunday school. Carol cherished time spent with her family and friends.
She was predeceased by her parents, Sirab and Beatrice Mikaelian; her husband, Anthony John Columbus III, her brother, Monoog Mikaelian, and her sister, Virginia Mikaelian.
Carol is survived by her daughter, Danielle (James) Brown of Camillus, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2017 from 9:00 – 11:00 AM at St. Paul’s Armenian Apostolic Church, 310 N. Geddes St., Syracuse, followed by a Funeral Service in celebration of Carol’s life at 11:00 AM. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Syracuse.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul’s Armenian Apostolic Church, 310 N. Geddes St., Syracuse, NY 13204.
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