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Calvin Armstead Obituary

Calvin Joseph Armstead, Sr. born June 5, 1943, died on Friday, January 19, 2007. Father of Sharrieff, Wali, Kendra, Calvin Jr. and Trinette Armstead, Alia A. Polk, Calvin and Corey Johnson. Brother of Marva W. Bache, Carolyn W. Bryant, Cynthia W. Jourdain, Sandra W. Hughes and Melanie W. Jones. Preceded in death by her parents, Eugene Armstead and Mildred B. Emilien; his wife, Shirley E. Armstead; daughter, Kim A. Armstrong; brothers: William P. and Kenneth G. White; and his grandparents, Albert and Caroline Petit. He also leaves to cherish his memories a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, family and friends. Graveside Services will be held Friday, January 26, 2007 at Resthaven Park at 1:00 p.m. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Jan. 26, 2007.

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Harold &Troy Lynn Edward Sr

January 28, 2007

May GOD BLESS and keep the entire family.

Barbara Henry

January 26, 2007

To the Family:
Our prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. We pray that God will give you strenght and comfort. Barbara & Family

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