Annette Veiga Obituary (1928

Annette (Torcomian) Veiga, age 96, a lifelong resident of Lowell, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2024 at 5:55 AM at Aspen Hill Rehab surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late John E. Veiga with whom she shared 61 years of marriage until his passing in 2012. She was born in Lowell on January 27, 1928, and was the daughter of the late Toros Torcomian and Lillian (Baligian) Torcomian. Annette was a peaceful soul who loved life and cherished being surrounded by her husband, family, and friends. She was an avid cook and baker and would thrive with impromptu visits and cherished sleepovers with the grandchildren. She adored the fashion shows that were performed nightly. She loved the outdoors and being in her gardens, which were always spectacular. She met the love of her life, John Veiga at Prices Bakery where she worked and they lived happily for 61 years. Annette was a member of the Sts. Vartanantz Armenian Church in Chelmsford, MA. Annette is survived by her son, Tory M. Veiga of Hollis, NH; her grandchildren, Lindsey, Carly, Michael, Brent, Justin, and Kristen; her six great grandchildren, Cameron, Lucas, Lydia, Nora, Liam and Brooks; and her daughter-in-law, Jane Veiga of The Villages FL. Annette was the mother of the late Robert J. Veiga. She was also predeceased by her brother, Albert Tocomian, and her sisters, Alice (Torcomian) Dossett, and Amy (Torcomian) Gaverau. Visiting hours will be held on Friday, February 16, 2024 from 4pm to 7pm at the Blake Chelmsford Funeral Home, 24 Worthen St., Chelmsford. Her Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 10am in the funeral home. Interment to follow in Westlawn II Cemetery, Lowell. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Sts. Vartanantz Armenian Church located at 180 Old Westford Road Chelmsford, MA 01824 in the Memory of Annette Veiga. Service Details Visitation When February 16, 2024 4:00pm - 7:00pm Location Blake Chelmsford Funeral Home Address 24 Worthen Street Chelmsford, MA 01824 Funeral Service When February 17, 2024 10:00am Location Blake Chelmsford Funeral Home Address 24 Worthen Street Chelmsford, MA 01824 Interment When February 17, 2024 Location Westlawn II Cemetery Address 305 Boston Road LOWELL, MA 01852