Patrick James Armand Jr.

It was just 7th grade-2022. He was my homeroom teacher. As always, I walk in with a smile or "Hey coach!" and sit down before the bell rung to begin class. However, without him smiling back or a "Hey!" he just sits there and continued rummaging through his desk. Suddenly, he calls me over 2 minutes before sitting down, "Grace!" Unusual I thought. I walk over to his desk, "Yes sir?" He looked stern and said, "Sign your name here." Without question I do. "You're not going to ask why?" he smiled. "No sir." I responded. He chuckled and proceeded," You can ask why." "Why then?" I stood there while I just finished writing my signature. He grabs the blank sheet of paper with the small name on it. He then said," Because one day this will be worth more than a fortune. After that half court winning shot last night, girl. You are going somewhere. And I'll already have the signature of THE Grace Chawki before anyone else. I wanna see you in the big leagues one day." I smiled throughout it all. "Thank you coach."

He was my football coach and pushed me to be the man I am today.

Patrick was such a pleasure to work with. He was a very gracious person, always caring about his students.

Coach Armand was the greatest teacher and coach! He was there when u needed help. He love every student that he had.I will keep his family in my prayers and thoughts. Rip coach Armand u will be missed

Pat, you will always be a great friend, a great person, and one of my only confidants. We were always searching for fun and always finding it. So many good memories with you. Rest in Peace good man. Pat.

Keeping the Armand family in my thoughts and prayers. Coach Armand's legacy at Clearwood Jr. High will be recognized and celebrated for years to come. He was loved by his students and will be sorely missed by his coworkers. Even in the short amount of time I got to know him, I could clearly see his passion for working with students and the compassion he showed consistently. GO COUGARS!!!

miss having you. you made school fun

Allison, Lauren and family, I was stunned to hear of your loss of Patrick and know that you are devastated! I am praying for you all and hoping that you will find comfort in your many memories of him! I pray that these memories will bring you peace! He touched many young lives and will be remembered!
Sending my love, Cindy Kemp

So sad and sorry for this heartache

Best teacher ever, was the entire reason why I passed history. Rest in peace. #LLCA

My sincere condolences for your loss. Definitely gone too soon. Prayers for the family.

Rest in peace Coach Armand. It was an honor to have coached with Patrick. Love and prayers for the Armand family.

Patrick was one of the best teachers and coaches I ever worked with. He was always there to help out I. The halls or on the playground. But most importantly he was a roll model and held the students to a high standard. It was an honor to know and work with him. May he be coaching the heavenly team above.

Allison and Lauren we are heartbroken for you both, and his whole family. We truly wish we could take away the pain and sorrow and the shock in this loss. Our love and prayers are with you all... please know that we are here if there is anything at all we can do for you all. Love you

My sincere condolences, Allison. Prayers for comfort during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

He was a great teacher! I had a rough childhood and he was one of the people that cared. thanks coach Prayers and condolences to you all!

Coach Was a great man we will always remember him. Love and Prayers for his family and friends. Get your Rest Mr. Armand. Love from The Heard Family