Bessie “Bess” Hartunian died on January 22, 2017 at the age of 98. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend.
Bessie Louise Smith was born in Groveland, Massachusetts to Charles and Bessie (Tattrie) Smith on December 6, 1918. She grew up in the Massachusetts and New Hampshire area where she met her husband of 53 years, Albert “Ash” Hartunian. They were married on September 26, 1953 and a year later they moved to California. In 2004, Bess and Ash moved to Colton, Oregon to be near family.
Bess enjoyed traveling with Ash and spending time with her family.
Survivors include; daughters, JoAnn McKenna of Tennessee, Ashley Swanson and Cathy Overholt, both of Oregon; 4 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ash Hartunian.