Armand Raymond Couture

BARRE – Armand Raymond Couture passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family. Armand was born in Barre City to Adrienne (Jacques) Couture and Romelus Couture on November 25, 1934. He attended Barre City Schools, graduating from Spaulding High School, Class of 1953. He met his wife, Janet Gordon, in high school. They married in St. Monica Catholic Church on May 21, 1957. Armand started working for his father in October 1951 at the Mascitti Granite Company. After his father passed in 1971, Armand and two of his brothers became partners and formed Family Memorials, Inc. Armand worked there until his retirement in 2005, when he and his brothers sold the business. Armand served in the Vermont National Guard. He received many medals and honors for his skills as a sharp shooter. In 1961, Armand and his brothers, along with some family friends, built a hunting camp “The NeverHomeBoys Camp” in Canaan VT. He was his happiest in the woods, whether it be hunting,...