We will all miss you Michelle and we will cherish the memories we had of you and never forget your courage and strength. 

My heart goes out to you Tom, Ashley & Tim and Ethan, Jeff and Katie. 
Michelle will be missed. She will live on in our memories of her quick smile and wit, her love of music ( all genre) and enjoying hanging out having a good time at the cabin.   
Peace and love - Susanne & Mike, Nick & Kelly and June, Gabby & Trae. 

Dear Katie and family,
Our sincere sympathy for the loss of your mom. She was very kind and I always enjoyed her warm laugh. Blessings, Gwen & Steve Bauer

Michelle and I go all the way back to when she and the kids were volunteer dog walkers at the Woodbury shelter.  I had the joy of working with her for years at the humane society.  It's been a couple of decades in all. Even when we both moved onto other organizations, we still gathered for lunch and dinner, she was such good company and always made the guest list. She came to work for me at Neighborhood House last year for a few hours a week. She was a good friend and an amazing office mate, always cheerful and smiling.  Her bright, happy energy was contagious and rare. 

She will be deeply missed, and I will remember her with love always. 
Laura

Michelle did an excellent job in her work for Animal Humane Society and was always such a pleasure to work with.

When I met her in 2007, I asked her about herself outside of work and she introduced herself as Mrs. Thomas Arcand.  It was so charming and said with pride.  She had an old school approach to family and I loved that about her.  Her pride in her husband and children were very evident and was so lovely to see.  She knew how important she was to all of you

Best to all of you
Eileen Lay

Deepest condolences. I worked with Michelle (and Jeff) at JA. Michelle was a doll. Always joyful. Even when the road was a little rocky - I felt blessed by the time spent with her. Family gave Michelle great joy and comfort. I hope that love is being felt and shared among yourselves now. 
The following description of Michelle’s impact at JA every day was received by many former staff and I post with permission from the author:
Today I am reaching out with the sad news that Michelle passed away last week when her heart failed suddenly.  Michelle was such a wonderful spirited person who brought smiles to our data team every day.  I expect she also did the same for others who lives crossed with hers.   I consider myself fortunate to have known her. 
Please keep her son Jeff and her husband Tom along with the rest of her family and friends in your heart.
Jolen Hart (JA CFO)

I post because we all felt the same. 

Jeff & Tom, you are in our thoughts and prayers.


Jeff and Family, our collective hearts are with you.  Michelle's spirit was one that was contagiously focused on light and love.   Her desire and ability to bring joy to any conversation still brings a smile to my face.  Those who walked beside Michelle are better people by seeing her as an example; she will be missed, yet her memories will continue to bring joy through those her life touched.  Wishing you peace, 

LaChelle

I am so incredibly sorry for your loss.  
Michelle was such an elegant, funny, and smart 'force of nature'.  I enjoyed every second of working alongside her.
I always admired Michelle's brooch collection.  It was an added sparkle she added to her personality.  Her beautiful energy will be missed, but never forgotten.
May her memory always be a blessing.
Sending love and light--
Wendy Patzlaff


Jeff and family, I am so very sorry for your loss.  Michelle was a kind and authentic woman.  I always loved our chats as we shared stories of work, family and growing up as a Baby Boomer.  I am sending love and prayers to you and your family.

Jeff and Tom, I am so sorry for your loss. I got to know Michelle a little when I started working at Junior Achievement. She always took the time to share the inside scoop with me, and to answer any questions I had. She made me feel welcome at a time when I wasn't sure where I fit into the organization. Thinking of you during this tough time.

Michelle was such a spirited and genuine person. I enjoyed the time we worked together. She will be missed. 

I’m so very sorry! I worked with Michelle at JA and she was truly one of the kindest, nicest people. She loved her family dearly and her eyes would light up any time she spoke of any of you - which was often. Blessings and prayers to each of you.

OBITUARY

Michelle Marie Arcand

June 30, 1960 – September 10, 2022

Wulff Funeral Home

Show your support

Add a Memory

Share Obituary

Get Updates

Services