Armand Henry Kunde

He was predeceased by his wife of 54 years Joan Joyce Smith Kunde.

Beloved patriarch of our family he leaves behind seven children Debbie (Tim) Kinslow, Jennie (Jim) McDonough, Mike (Jane) Kunde, Kris (Jerome) Heiberger, Al (Kim) Kunde, Mary (Dave) Mate, John (Michelle) Kunde, 9 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Brother Raymond (Maria) Kunde. Nephews Dave (Kandice) Righetti, Steve (Sabrena) Righetti and Niece Elizabeth Kunde.

Born in San Jose, California to Armand “Pat” Henry Kunde and Margaret Mary Doudell Kunde. Armand married his Lincoln High School sweetheart Joan Joyce Smith Kunde. He served in the Army and was stationed in Germany. Owner of Doudell Trucking Company, Diamond Tank Lines and Diamond Mitsubishi Fuso. He enjoyed and supported many organizations including Coast Oil, YMCA, Spartan Foundation, California Trucking Association, Sainte Claire Club, San Jose Gyro, Pebble Beach Club and Stillwater Yacht club and the Boys and Girls club.

Armand had amazing stories of the old days of San Jose and how it developed from a valley of orchards to a high-tech capitol. The family enjoyed many summers at the family beach house in Aptos. For 40 years he would travel to Indianapolis to enjoy his favorite sport: Indy car racing. He was always ready for a BBQ or tailgate party. He loved going to Stanford and San Jose State football games. He enjoyed the Chargers, Sharks, Yankees, Giants and the 49ers.

He loved a challenging jigsaw puzzle and a drink with friends and family. He might have watched every Western movie ever filmed. He cherished holidays especially 4th of July celebrations and the large family gatherings at Christmas.

He will be deeply missed and always remembered.

A visitation for Armand will be held Wednesday, October 25, 2023 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The funeral will be held 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. A committal service will occur Wednesday October 25th from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. Oak Hill Funeral Home & Memorial Park, 300 Curtner Ave. San Jose, CA 95125

The family requests in lieu of flowers please consider making donations to one of Armand's favorite organizations: Wounded Warriors (woundedwarriorproject.org), Lincoln High School Foundation (lincolnfoundation.org), Leland High School Booster Club (lelandboosterclub.com) or a charity of your choice.