Robert Irwin Marchand Sr.

1937 - 2012

Robert Irwin Marchand Sr. obituary, 1937-2012, Gonzales, LA

Robert Irwin Marchand Sr.

1937 - 2012

BORN

1937

DIED

2012

Robert Marchand Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 26, 2012.
A lifelong resident of Gonzales, he passed away in his home on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012. He was 74, and a well known businessman in the community, former owner of Western Auto, landlord of numerous properties and owner of M&M House Moving. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Taylor Marchand; two daughters, Lorna Marchand Weber and Elise Marchand Ducote; stepdaughter, Teresa Godbold; four sons, Robert Irwin Marchand Jr., Aaron Perry Marchand, Joseph Marcell Marchand and Jared Lee Marchand; sister, Marj Marchand; two brothers, James Allison Marchand and Armand Marcell Marchand III; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Armand Marcell Marchand Jr. and Elsie Perry Marchand; daughter, Denise Marie Marchand; brother, John Wayne Marchand; and sister, Ruth Lynn Marchand Chatterly. A visitation will be held at Ourso Funeral Home on Monday, Feb. 27, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. Visitation will resume at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 502 Hwy. 30, Gonzales, LA 70737, on Tuesday, Feb. 28, from 9 a.m. until funeral services at 11 a.m., conducted by Bishop Deric Masten. Burial will follow in Prairieville Community Cemetery. To offer condolences to the family, please visit www.oursofh.com.

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March 6, 2012

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March 2, 2012

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March 2, 2012

Wayne and Pamela (Taylor) Hairfield posted to the memorial.

Floyd Bourque

March 6, 2012

Lorna I'm very sorry for your lost if you need anything just email me at [email protected] again my love to you and your family

March 2, 2012

Our prayer are with all of the family and deepest condolences to the family. Sorry to hear about Shirley. May Father comfort you and carry you during this time of grief and sorrow. "Cindy & Tony Buffington

Wayne and Pamela (Taylor) Hairfield

March 2, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Marchand family in this time of grief and sorrow. May the Lord bring comfort and peace to you all.

Barbara (Ficklin) McBeath

February 29, 2012

My deepest condolences to the entire Marchand family.

Bruce and Patty Gagnard

February 28, 2012

We were so very sorry to hear about Irwin's passing. He truly was a great and generous man. We have lost an angel. Miss Shirley, Patty and I send our deepest condolences and will keep you in our prayers.

Penny (Taylor) McPherson

February 28, 2012

In loving memory of my Uncle Irwin. My thoughts and prayers are with the family as they go through this trying time.

Janice Pollard Gerlisky

February 28, 2012

Oh Mr. Irwin, I was so happy to see you back in August and sorry to miss Miss Shirley at the same time. I am glad that I got to give you a hug and a kiss that day. I don't even know what to say. You always had a smile for me when I came over to play and you and Miss Shirley set a wonderful example for me growing up. I love you with all my heart. Death is not the end, and you will see your loved ones again.

February 27, 2012

We are so sorry for the tragic loss of Irwin. Our thoughts and prayers are with and for the Marchand Family. May God Bless You with Comfort and Closure.

Butch and Jackie Ricca

Phyllis Donaldson

February 27, 2012

Prayers and condolences to the family of Mr. Marchand.

Lloyd & Sharon Hebert

February 27, 2012

With our deepest sympathies in this time of your loss.

Charlie and Mary Tingle

February 27, 2012

The world has lost an angel on earth. Brother Marchand was a wonderful man and had such a sweet spirit. It was a blessing to us to have known him and Shirley. May your fond memories and the love you all shared helped to soften the pain of his passing.

Michelaine Hart

February 27, 2012

Hard to believe a man so kind & giving can be gone so quickly. What a wonderful person full of life & always making you laugh & smile. What a loss in our lives & those of all he touched. He will be missed for years to come. As we go through these tough we will certainly have to lean on Heavenly Father to give us comfort & wisdom. I still can't believe your gone.
Lovingly, Michelaine Hart & Mason Marchand

Carol Herberger

February 27, 2012

Irwin always had a special place in my heart and he will be missed.

Jo'ann Powers DeLaune

February 27, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Meg McCartney

February 27, 2012

Brother Irwin was a father and friend to all. Always careful for the welfare of others, forgetful of self , his noble and generous nature responded to all. Because he lived the world is brighter and better.

May our Father's angels surround you , keep you and comfort you , today and in the days to come...
We mourn with you ...

Love and prayers

Meg McCartney

Mark ( Napa Auto Parts ) Arboneaux

February 27, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kimmberly Bourgeois

February 27, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Judy Thompson

February 26, 2012

Prayers and condolences to the family of Mr. Marchand.

From the Staff of Ourso Funeral Home

February 26, 2012

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Rudy & Wyndell Lozares

February 26, 2012

Mr. Marchand was a FINE man. We have known him and Mrs. Shirley since 1999. You couldn't ask for better people. My husband and I extend our deepest sympathies to the family. I know he is in Heaven looking down on us. I will miss our talks on the front porch, Mr. Marchand!
With much love and admiration,
Rudy and Wyndell Lozares

Meg McCartney

February 26, 2012

Brother Irwin was a father and friend to all. Always careful for the welfare of others, forgetful of self , his noble and generous nature responded to all. Because he lived the world is brighter and better.

May our Father's angels surround you , keep you and comfort you , today and in the days to come...
We mourn with you ...

Love and prayers

Meg McCartney

RICK CLOUATRE

February 26, 2012

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH UNCLE IRWIN'S FAMILY. HE WILL BE SADLY MISSED.

RICK & JENNIFER CLOUATRE AND CAROLYN MARCHAND

Ramona Marchand Hebert

February 26, 2012

He is only away in your thoughts & your heart. You will aways be together, never apart. In your sorrow remember, he's only away. Though he may not be with you the memories stay. Sorry for you loss.

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