YEREVAN. – Renowned folk singer Flora Martirosyan will be definitely laid to rest in Armenia, singer and Martirosyan’s relative Kristine Pepelyan told Armenian News-NEWS.am.

Pepelyan said she had contacted relatives of the singer and was informed about the decision. However, it is still unclear when Martirosyan’s body will be transported to Armenia. The date will become clear in the next few days.

Asked about rumors saying singer’s family intends to sue a hospital where she underwent a gallbladder removal surgery, Kristine Pepelyan said she has no information yet.  

People’s Artist of Armenia, distinguished Armenian folk music singer Flora Martirosyan passed away Tuesday in the United States. She was 55 years old.