Graduated from Cathedral High School, Class of 1967. Armando served four years in the U.S Navy. As a Vietnam veteran he was assigned to the USS Catskill that took him to the waterways of Vietnam.
Upon his return from Vietnam, he earned a business degree form the University of Texas at El Paso. He was employed with A.O Smith a manufacturing company for over 30 years where he retired.
Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Maria Pacheco, three sons Israel , Daniel, and Roman. Daughter-in-law, Maribel Rubio. Sister, Bertha Rubio. Brothers, Jose, Pedro, and Carlos Rubio. Sister-in-law, Angie and Sheila Rubio. Several nieces and nephews.
On behalf of the family, we wish to extend our gratitude and support to the staff of The Good Samaritan, WBAMC, VA personnel, family, and friends who helped during such time of need.
