Dr. Armand Basmajian Armand Basmajian, of Austerlitz, NY, passed away on March 12, 2021 in his home. He was born on November 2, 1943 in New York City and raised in Woodside, NY. He was the son of the late Herminé and Zaré Basmajian. Dr. Basmajian attended Monsignor McClancy Memorial High School in East Elmhurst, NY. He received his Bachelor's degree from Fairfield University in Connecticut and did his Master's studies at Hofstra University. He was a lover of classical music and while at Fairfield, he performed regularly as a concert pianist and accompanist. Dr. Basmajian received his degree in Dentistry from New Jersey College of Medicine and Dentistry. He practiced dentistry in Queens, NY from 1970 until his recent retirement in 2020. Over his many years, he was beloved by his patients, many who traveled long distances to receive his care and fondly called him, "Dr. B." He had a unique sense of humor, was a great lover of opera, and enjoyed performing with the Armenian choir. He frequently beat his family in backgammon, regularly watched Indiana Jones movies, and spent much time on his porch taking in the beauty of the mountains and Columbia County. Dr. Basmajian is survived by his wife, Christina Basmajian, his two daughters, Diana Basmajian and Dr. Jeanine Bulan, son-in-law Dr. Erwin Bulan, grandchildren Faith and Evan Bulan; his brother André Basmajian, and wife Angela, and his four nephews and their families. His son, Gregory, passed away in 2012. A private funeral mass will be held at St. James Church in Chatham, NY. Memorial services to celebrate his life will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to: The Community Hospice in Albany, NY (communityhospice.org) or WQXR Radio (WQXR.org). Condolences may be conveyed at frenchblasl.com.