Armand Marcell "Rue" Marchand III passed away at the age of 82 on Saturday March 17, 2018 in Gonzales, Louisiana. Mr. Armand was a native and a lifelong resident of Gonzales. He was a retired E & I shop foreman for Texaco/Star Enterprise for 27 years and a United States Army veteran. He co-owned and managed the Western Auto in Gonzales from 1959 to 1965. Visitation will begin on Tuesday March 20, 2018 at Ourso Funeral Home-13533 Airline Hwy.- Gonzales, La. from 5:30 pm until 9:00 pm and will resume on Wednesday March 21, 2018 from 8:30 am until 10:00 am. A celebration of Mr. Armand's life will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 502 E. Hwy. 30, Gonzales, LA. at 11:00 am celebrated by Bishop Seth Richardson. Burial will follow at the New River Baptist Church cemetery in St. Amant, La. immediately following services. Mr. Armand is survived by his wife of 54 years Audrey Dixon Marchand of Gonzales, LA. ; 1 son and daughter-in-law- Michael L. Marchand and Aimee Sharon Marchand of Gonzales, La.; 1 brother- James Allison Marchand of Covington, LA.; 4 grandchildren- Deanna Elizabeth Marchand, Justin Lee Marchand and spouse Diane Daigle Marchand, Armand Marcell Marchand V and fiance' Hannah Rabalias and Mason Marchand; 1 great grandchild- Ayden Lee Arceneaux. Mr. Armand was predeced in death by his parents Armand Marcell Marchand, Jr. and Elsie Perry Marchand; 1 son- Armand Marcell Marchand IV and his fiance' Karen Ann Matherne; 2 brothers- Irwin Marchand and John Wayne Marchand, Sr.; 2 sisters- Ruth Lynn Chatterly and Margie Lillian Marchand. Mrs. Audrey and all of the family would like to especially thank the many friends that have come by to visit and show their support during the last few months during Mr. Armand's illness. To offer condolences to the family you may visit our website at www.oursofh.com. Ourso Funeral Home of Gonzales, La. in charge of arrangements.
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