Andranik "Andy" Applian Obituary (1935

Andranik Applian (aka Andy Applian), 87, of Des Plaines, IL; skilled mechanic; passed away peacefully November 11, 2023. Born in Persia, Andy was orphaned at a young age. He was given an Iraqi passport, and served in the military, and worked in Kuwait as a diesel mechanic before moving to the United States. Along with his wife Phyllis, Andy owned General Diesel Shop. Phyllis ran the business and handled the customers, while Andy worked on engines. After Phyllis’ death in 2008, Andy traveled to Armenia to meet long-lost relatives. Despite the culture shock, he stayed for two weeks. Andy had a tremendous work ethic. He was modest and frugal in his own life but generous to others, sometimes to a fault. Beloved husband of the late Phyllis Applian. Dear friend of over 50 years of Aram Simon (the late Juanita Hidalgo) Dakarian, whom he met as a new immigrant. Loving “Uncle Andy” of Kirk Dakarian, Aram Daniel Dakarian and Victoria Dakarian-Sackett. He is also survived by a niece in California and a nephew in Armenia. Burial of cremated remains Ridgewood Memorial Park, Spring 2024. Arrangements by Inclusive Funeral Care, 773-370-2959 or www.InclusiveFuneralCare.com.