Lionel was born in Haverhill, Massachusetts to Robert and Lorette Archambault. He graduated from Bishop Bradley High School in Manchester, New Hampshire in 1951 at the age of 16. Lionel then joined the Navy in 1953, where he proudly served in the Submarine Corps until 1963.
Lionel moved to San Jose in 1964 where he resided for 56 years. He was a huge fan of local sports, an avid golfer, and a big supporter of the First Tee.
Lionel is survived by his cherished wife of 60 years, Edna Mae (Lanoie) Archambault; by four sons, Mike Archambault of Newman, CA, Allen Archambault of San Jose, CA, Ken Archambault of Atwater, CA, and Jeff Archambault of Santa Clara, CA. Lionel is also survived by seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.