Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Hixson-Ducote Funeral Home - Bunkie

302 St John St.

Bunkie, Louisiana

Jo Armand Obituary

Jo Anne Armand passed away at Grace Home of St. Francis Cabrini Hospital on November 27, 2012. Jo Anne fought a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer for over five months. A woman of great faith and independence, she never once complained about her illness or asked, "Why me?" Her focus constantly remained on the same - her concern for her family. A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at Hixson-Ducote Funeral Home of Bunkie at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 1, 2012 with the Rev. Scott Chemino officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. In her professional life of forty years, Jo Anne became a successful business woman. She worked for Commercial Securities of Bunkie, becoming assistant manager and ultimately manager in 1995. She opened Cenla Finance before retiring in 2008. In her private life, Jo Anne loved to cook and bake for her family and friends. As those who sat at her kitchen table or dining room table will attest, her culinary skills at preparing holiday meals were beyond reproach. Jo Anne was preceded in death by her step-father and mother, Louis and Theresa Armand; her grandmother, Elephile Juneau; uncles, Houston, Noah, Sam, Perry, and Roy Juneau; two aunts, Edna Rabalais and Essie Rivers. Those left to mourn and cherish her memory are Leonard Armand of Eola; her son, Travis of Bunkie; her brother Nolan L. Ducote and his wife Theresa of Hessmer; her sisters-in-law, Mary Lanero and Irene Armand of Metairie; and a host of nieces and nephews. The family extends very much appreciation to friends and family members who prayed, prepared meals, and made visits during Jo Anne's illness. A very special "thank you" is extended to Dr. and Mrs. Don Hines, Dr. Ulla Ule, Dr. Kelly Letsinger, Mary Hood, FNP, the staff of Grace Home in Alexandria, M'Lee Eves, Ramona Rivers, Susie Redmon, and Jo Anne's "sister", Mary Lanero. In lieu of flowers, the family lasks that you please make donations to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718 for research and cure of pancreatic cancer. Online condolences may be sent to www.hixson-ducote.com.

Published by The Advocate from Nov. 29 to Nov. 30, 2012.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Jo Armand

Not sure what to say?





so sorry to hear about jo anne. realy sorry i did not know her better. she was my first cousin on my dads side. (noah)

tommy juneau

December 3, 2012

Thinking of you in your time of sorrow. May the love of God comfort you, may His peace be with you, and may you be lifted up in prayer.

Morrow High School Class of 1982 Diana Joseph, et al

December 2, 2012

Mr. Armand and Travis, my name is Diana Joseph-Woodley. Mr. Armand taught me in high school(Morrow High)and I want to express my sincere sympathy to you, Travis, and your entire family. May God's peace be sufficient in your time of sadness is my prayer for each of you.

Diana Joseph-Woodleh

December 2, 2012

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

Pat Baronne

December 1, 2012

May the gift of the Holy Spirit comfort you both, Travis and Mr. Armand.

Linda Thomas

November 30, 2012

R.I.P Jo ANN You wil be missed BOO im praying for you and Travis I know this is hard on yall but she is in a good place no pain

November 30, 2012

Dear Leonard, Travis and family:

We were so sorry to hear about the death of Jo Anne. We have many fond memories of her when we served on the Avoyelles School Board and attended Board functions together. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Her memory will be treasured by all who knew her.Because of her enduring faith we can truly say: "O death where is thy sting. O grave where is thy victory?" May you find courage and peace for the road ahead.

Sherwin & Cynthia Juneau

November 30, 2012

brenda paul grace home cna

November 30, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you (Leonard & Travis) in the loss of your wife and mother. God takes His angles home to reward them for their great service here on earth.

God will give you the strength in your great loss.

Walter Rogers

November 30, 2012

Showing 1 - 9 of 9 results

Make a Donation
in Jo Armand's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for Jo Armand

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Hixson-Ducote Funeral Home - Bunkie

302 St John St., Bunkie, LA 71322

How to support Jo's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Jo Armand's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more