> At a Glance
> – TikTok favorite Grandma Mary died peacefully in her sleep on Dec. 31, 2025, at age 98
> – Grand-daughter Pyxie shared the news in a tribute video that has drawn millions of views
> – Born to Armenian genocide refugees, she later ran a New Jersey gas station for decades
> – Why it matters: A digital generation mourns a matriarch whose warmth and resilience bridged centuries and cultures
A quiet farewell closed the final chapter on one of TikTok’s most cherished personalities. Grandma Mary, whose daily routines and gentle humor earned her a global following, passed away in her sleep just hours before 2026 began.
From Genocide Survivors to Social-Media Star
Mary was born March 13, 1927, to Armenian parents who escaped genocide and rebuilt their lives in America. After a brief return to Armenia-where she married and had two children-she came back to the United States in 1966 and spent decades operating a family-owned gas station in New Jersey.
- She outlived all five siblings.
- Her husband and children survive her.
- She became an online sensation only in her mid-90s.
A Digital Farewell
Pyxie, who filmed her grandmother’s simple moments-making breakfast, washing her hands, greeting the camera-posted the final update on Jan. 1, 2026.
Pyxie wrote:
> “On New Year’s Eve, we said goodbye to Grandma. She peacefully passed away in her sleep. How lucky we are to have experienced her and her love. She will always be with us.”
The tribute ends with Mary thanking Pyxie for visiting-an echo of gratitude that now circulates among 3.4 million followers.
| Life Milestone | Year |
|---|---|
| Born in U.S. to refugee parents | 1927 |
| Returned to Armenia, started family | 1950s |
| Re-immigrated to U.S. | 1966 |
| Rose to TikTok fame | 2023 |
| Died | Dec. 31, 2025 |
Key Takeaways
- Grandma Mary’s story spans a century: from genocide survival to viral stardom.
- Her final video, posted by Pyxie, has become a collective space for grief and gratitude.
- Fans had worried when uploads paused in mid-2025; Pyxie reassured them on Dec. 19 that Mary was “alive and quieter.”
A 98-year life that began among refugees and ended on millions of phone screens leaves behind a simple, enduring message: ordinary days, shared with love, become extraordinary.
