Armando is survived by his spouse, Rachel L. Vasquez; daughter Myra Virgadamo (Marc Virgadamo); and son Rene Vasquez; brother Arnold Gonzales, sister Linda Williams and sister Cynthia Heater; granddaughter Marissa Virgadamo.
Armando was preceded in death by father Inocencio Vasquez and mother Trinidad Aguilar Vasquez; brother Robert Vasquez.
He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and uncle. He joined the United States Marine Corps just like both of his brothers.He worked as a machinist for over 35 plus years. He was referred as “Hoss” because he was the boss. Armando was a man of many talents. He was a great handyman who could fix anything and everything. He enjoyed all sports although his preferred sport was golf. He loved playing solitaire, poker, and dominoes. He enjoyed reading history novels and listening to jazz music which was his favorite music genre. Although Armando spent a lot of time with his family, he also made sure to cater to the family dog, Alvin, whom he took on drives and long walks. He touched so many lives with his generosity. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew him.
A visitation for Armando will be held Friday, April 30, 2021 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Funeraria Del Angel, 5100 North Fwy, Houston, TX 77022. A funeral service will occur Friday, April 30, 2021 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, 5100 North Fwy, Houston, TX 77022. A committal service will occur Friday, April 30, 2021 from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM at Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery, 12800 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX 77077.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.funerariadelangelhoustonN.com for the Vasquez family.