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"There is always that moment in life where we become ourselves. That moment where our guard is brought down. And for a tiny moment, we let go. Things unwind and we appear as we are: vulnerable, proud or just profoundly happy." - Armand Hekimian 1971-2012 

We would like to invite Armand's families, friends and colleagues from anywhere in the world to pay their memorial tributes on this website, so we can show later to his own family how much Armand was appreciated, respected, generous and a great and wonderful person to be with.

If you would like to contribute in a specific or different manner (goods donation, monetary donation, miles donation, ...) to support his daughters' future , please feel free to contact us at this emailThanks in advance for your generosity and support.

Please visit Armand Hekimian Photography website and blog to (re)discover his passion and incredible artistic legacy.

Please, no flower to the home in California since the family is leaving to Belgium on Saturday. However, you are more than welcome to send flowers to the Church in Brussels:

Eglise Apostolique Armenienne Sainte Marie Madeleine
Rue Kindermans 1-A
1050 Bruxelles
Belgium

Memorials services are planned for Wednesday, February 1st at 11:30am at the church above, followed by interment at the cemetery.

January 27, 2012
January 27, 2012
Ce fut un plaisir de travailler avec Armand pendant ces 6 mois à Cupertino. Je n'oublierai jamais sa bonne humeur et son enthousiasme dans toutes les situations. Toutes mes pensées vont vers sa famille. Mes sincères condoléances.
January 27, 2012
January 27, 2012
Béatrice et les enfants, même si je n'ai pas passé beaucoup de temps en votre compagnie, elle fut toujours agréable et vous êtes des gens importants pour ma soeur Nathalie, sachez que vous êtes toujours les bienvenus chez les martel. Ensuite, Armand, par son travail et sa capacité à capturer les émotions des gens, laisse des souvenirs qui rendent heureux beaucoup de gens. Que dieu le garde
January 27, 2012
January 27, 2012
Chère Béatrice, c’est par Manue que j’ai appris la triste nouvelle de la disparition de ton époux. Nous n’avions plus de contacts depuis un bail mais je tenais à te présenter mes plus sincères condoléances. Je te souhaite tout le courage nécessaire pour traverser une telle épreuve. Le soutien de tes proches et amis t’aidera à traverser cette épreuve.
January 27, 2012
January 27, 2012
Dear Beatrice, even though you are younger than me, you and Armand have always been an example of a wonderful relationship and I learned one or two things from you. The way Armand treated you and your relationship made me sometimes jealous. May he be with you for the rest of your life through your beautiful girls. May your wonderful memories carry you through this unbearable time.
January 27, 2012
January 27, 2012
Dear Beatrice,
I met you only once, but Martina told me so much about you. She admired your strength when you had to deal with sickness and always told me what a wonderful family you have. I am so sorry for you loss and wish you strength and courage to get through these difficult times.
Susanne from Germany
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
A Chloé et Méliné, votre papa est parti et maintenant c'est le vide autour de vous, pourtant je vous souhaite de continuer à le faire vivre parmi vous en regardant toutes ses belles photos...Vous le retrouverez avec beaucoup d'amour auprèsde votre maman, de vos grands-parents, de votre tante Hélène et son mari et auprès de vos cousins Aris et Ysaline.Il est dans vos coeurs pour toujours...
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Dear Beatrice, I am so sorry for your loss. I know you will keep his love for his precious girls alive so they will always know him in their hearts. Armand's eye's sparkled when he spoke of his family. My heart aches for you, Meliné & Chloe as you grieve. I am so thankful that I was able to know Armand & experience his zeal for life. The world, and I, will miss Armand's passion.
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Beatrice,
Nous n'avons pas beaucoup connu Armand, mais le peu que l'on se soit vu pour partager un des plus memorable moment de notre vie ont ete fabuleux. Les photos qu'il a pris a notre mariage - si discretement et genereusement - sont a jamais devant nos yeux. La famille Varichon a grande place dans notre coeur et nous sommes la si besoin.
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Béatrice,

Les mots me manquent pour exprimer mes sentiments. Toutes mes pensées sont pour toi et tes filles. Sache que je suis là si je peux t'aider pour quoique ce soit.
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Très vite nous avons réalisé qu'Armand et Béa s'étaient choisis et vivaient un grand amour même dans les moments difficiles.Ils nous ont donné 2 beaux enfants que nous aimons avec passion.Ils avaient décidé de vivre une nouvelles aventure qui après quelques mois s'annonçait sous les meilleures auspices.Dieu en a décidé autrement notre chagrin est immense d'avoir perdu un fils.
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Béa
Malgré la distance et le temps qui passe et même si je n ai rencontré Armand qu'à deux occasions j'en garde un très bon souvenir. De tout cœur avec toi et tes princesses. N hésite pas à appeler quand tu seras en Belgique si tu en as envie. Gros gros bisous . Bénédicte
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Très chère Beatrice, nous n'avons malheureusement pas pu croiser Armand, mais tant les photos que les témoignages en font un être talentueux, sensible et unanimement apprécié. Nous sommes de tout coeur avec toi et les petites dans cette épreuve. Nous savons que tu as une famille merveilleuse qui saura t'apporter affection et soutien. Nous serons toujours là pour t'aider., Martine et Didier
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Armand, Mille mercis pour les moments que l'on passées ensemble, au travail comme ailleurs. Repose en Paix Petit Frère.
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Dear Beatrice, although I didn’t know Armand very well, I know how he lived through you. I remember the beautiful stories you would tell us of the romantic getaways he organized. I know you two shared a special bond. Armand was the kind of husband that made us all envious. But more than that he was a beacon of a fully embraced life. I will always remember him.
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
I am so sorry and shocked to hear about Armand. He was so full of life
and his beautiful eyes sparkled when he talked about you and his girls.
I will definately miss his smiling face. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Trés cher Armand,
Notre repas au restaurant il y a plus d'un an: une rencontre évidente.
Vie, technique, famille, art, passion: évidences.
Reposes en paix, l'ami.
Quelle perte pour les tiens, mais peut-être une attitude et une voie. Profondes condoléances.
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Toutes nos pensées les plus chaleureuses sont pour toi Béa, et tes petites filles. Ce fut un plaisir de partager toutes ces fêtes avec vous. Armand toujours là, prêt à créer une ambiance night club, toujours présent pour un rock endiablé, toujours prêt à immortaliser d'un petit clic des moments inoubliables, le tout avec un si gentil sourire et un regard plein de bonheur! bises
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Beatrice, ca a ete un plaisir de vous avoir, toi, les filles et Armand comme clients pendant pres de 6 ans et je remercie Dieu d'avoir l'opportunitie d'avoir partage ces annees avec toi et ta famille. J'ai appris avec douleurs la disparition d'Armand et j'en suis encore bouleversee. Vous etes dans mes prieres et Armand restera dans mes pensees.
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Armand, I've not spent much time with you as we know for a little time. However, the time I've worked with you, I felt you're an enthusiastic and nice person to work with. May your soul rest in peace. My prayers to Beatrice and kids.
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Beatrice,
I am immensely saddened to hear of Armand's passing. We have never met, however Armand, Darin, John & I worked together off and on for almost 10 years. His boundless enthusiam for life, friendly smile and joy of living exuded from him -- he will always be remembered.
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
I met Armand on the 3rd day with the company. I only met with him 6 times in the last 2 months. But everytime I saw and talked with him, there was a smile on his face and joy in his expression. Would that we could all be remembered for those reasons.
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Dear Beatrice and sweet girls,
 We are so saddened to hear of the passing of your husband and father. You know how much we care for all of you. Our condolences to you, if we can ever help you in any way, please let us know.
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Beatrice,
It was such a pleasure to work with Armand. He had such a zest for life. And the way that he loved you and the girls was indescribable. He will be greatly missed - I was blessed to know him.
My deepest condolences,
Kathryn Milyard
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Chère Béatrice, Toutes nos pensées & prières vont vers toi et tes enfants. Armand a toujours été près de nos coeurs malgré la distance. Sa gentillesse, sa disponibilité et son art resteront gravé dans nos mémoires. Je me rapellerai toujours le w-e qu'il a passé chez nous à Dallas lorsque la glace bloquait toute circulation. Bon bon courage. Gros kiss Charles
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Beatrice,

I too am lost for words over this terrible news. We are shocked and it has not yet registered with me. I spent 14 great years with him - work and socially. He is one of a kind. I got close to him in a way i have never got close to anyone as a friend. He will always be with us.
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
A Beatrice, Méline, Chloé et familles,
Ce message pour exprimer notre chagrin profond. Camelia & moi pensons à vous et partageons avec vous ces moments de douleur. 2 ans de vie US ne nous ont pas laissé beaucoup de temps pour être très proches. Néanmoins, ce sont nos racines communes, Bxl, St-Gilles, Uccle, qui nous ont rapprochés de cœur et c’est surtout grâce à cette rare unanimité qu’Armand s
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Beatrice,
When I think of Armand I see those BIG blue eyes & that zest for life.
All of us who knew him were very lucky to have had the opportunity, such people are so rare. 
I was so sad to hear of his passing but I know he will live on in our memories.
He loved you, and the girls so much!
My heart and my prayers go out to you, Meline and Chloe.
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Beatrice,
It was a great experience working with Armand for about 10yrs. Armand believed that whatever is what doing by him is what doing well and with all his passion. He is a good and compassionate friend. May his soul rest in peace. "Now the Lord of peace himself give you peace always by all means. The Lord be with you & your children. Amen.
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Beatrice,
You and I have never met, but I worked with Armand at AME in Plano. Armand and I kept in touch from time to time. He was a great person and a friend. He had a great sense of humor and always made me laugh. One thing for sure it was clear that he loved his family. I'm going to miss him, but I know he's with God now. May God Bless you
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Beatrice, I am so very sorry for your loss. Armand was one of the nicest men I have ever met, and also a good laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your girls. xx
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Armand, je n'oublierai pas ta bonne humeur, ta sympathie, ta gentillesse, mais aussi ta rigueur, c'était un plaisir de travailler avec toi et je regrette que nous ne nous soyons croisés "en vrai" qu'une seule fois.
A la famille d'Armand, je partage votre tristesse et pense à vous dans cette épreuve.
Emilie
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Beatrice, I am so very sorry for your loss. Armand was an amazing person. His smile and personality lit up a room and his attitude towards life was infectious. He will be missed by so many people. I am so thankful to have worked with him and to have known him. You and the girls are in my prayers. My sincerest condolences. Holly Fulton
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Au nom de la famille d'Armand, sa soeur Hélène vous remercie pour les innombrables marques de soutien et vous annonce que ses funérailles auront lieu : le mercredi 1/2/2012 à 11h30
en l'église Apostolique Arménienne Sainte Marie Madeleine
Rue Kindermans 1-A
1050 Bruxelles
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Armand,
ton sourire, ta gentillesse, tes photos... resteront à jamais gravés dans nos mémoires. Repose en paix.
Toutes mes pensées vont aussi à la famille en ces moments douloureux.
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
I was very lucky to meet such a great person. We work at the same company, but we met at an informal setting. We rode bikes together for charity. He left me in the dust, but always had encouraging words for me. My condolences to his family who he clearly loved so very much.
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Beatrice,
It was a pleasure and a blessing to have worked with Armand for many years at ST. I always will remember his positive outlook, his passion for photography, and his love for his family. My life has been enriched in having Armand as a friend. We pray for you during this difficult time, and express our deepest condolences.
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Chères Bea, Meline & Chloé
Dans ma culture, on ne meurt pas, on est immortalisé auprès des anges !
Comment peut-on mourir quand on a insufflé tant de vie, d’amour, de magnanimité et de talent? Dieu a choisi de rappeler cet ange trop tôt…je partage votre deuil. Cette mort nous a profondément choqués. Je voulais juste dire que nous sommes là si besoin…

January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Armand, on était censés se revoir dans deux semaines, tu m'as dit que tu m'attendais...je retournerai manger un kebab, tout seul cette fois et en silence, mais je penserai bien à toi la-bas. Il y a des gens, et ils sont peu, qui par leur gentillesse, leur ouverture d'esprit et leur enthousiasme laissent des traces indélébiles dans la vie, tu en fais partie.
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Merci Armand, pour tous les petits bonheurs quotidiens que tu nous faisais partager a travers tes photos. Celles que tu as faites pour nous, nous permettrons a jamais, d avoir un merveilleux souvenir de toi.
Nos pensees vont vers ta famille dans ses moments difficiles.
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
I only knew Armand for about six months, but it was obvious to everyone around that he was a bright, creative and passionate person. He approached his work and life with a high level energy that makes me tired just thinking about it! Armand will be remembered fondly by all those he worked with.
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
I work with Armand. Sometimes you don't really know how he is viewed at work. But I can say that Armand, as a leader was able to accomplish some very difficult things, was well liked, and carried himself as a true gentleman. It was a privilege to know him and he will be in our thoughts.
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Armand was passionate with everything he touched and worked with a great sense of integrity. I spoke with him about our mutual love for photography and even though he was way above me in ability, he never showed it. He was a really classy guy.
January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012
Armand, there are not enough words to express how truly sad we are. Whether it be a weekend away, a birthday celebration or just a Friday night curry, you were always there with us. It was a pleasure to watch you become an amazing husband and loving father. We are going to miss you so much. Beatrice, Meline and Chloe you are in our hearts always. xx
January 24, 2012
January 24, 2012
Beatrice,
Armand was the most passionate peron in everything he did. He lived life with a smile on his face at all times. I was honored to work with him for almost 14 years, and I always learned new things from him. Monica and I were shocked and saddened by the news of his death. If there is anything you need, never hesitate to ask.
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Forever with love...
Take pride, my dear friend, your girls are doing so well: beautiful, alive, sensitive and gentle rebellious spirit much like yourself . Your legacy of love, passion, and friendship continues to shine brilliantly through them
lau
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I still can't believe you're gone. You are missed by so many. xx
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February 13, 2012

This was Armand's first unofficial photo shoots - Alcatel Sales conference in the South of France with his Brussels office staff.

He set up his timer to take the shot and as he moved to his position one of the Marketing guys wrestled him in shot. 

February 2, 2012


A 4 mois près , cela fait déjà 10 ans que nous avons fait ce trip et pourtant c'est comme si c'était hier pour moi!
Sans aucun doute, le meilleur voyage de ma vie!
La distance nous à séparé physiquement mais pas dans le coeur ;)

Un grand merci l'Ami! Tu vas me manquer!

 

February 1, 2012

Oddly enough, they asked me today if I miss you, my friend.
I didn’t answer.
I just closed my eyes
and walked away.
And whisper:
so much.

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