Armand W. Bastien, Sr.
Armand W. Bastien, Sr., beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed from this life on July 15, 2025 at Methodist Hospital in Webster. Born in Galveston on February 11, 1946, the son of Armand Bavoux Bastien and Florine Gonzales Bastien, he was educated at Sacred Heart School and graduated from Kirwin High School with the class of 1964. He attended St. Thomas University and later enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Reunited with the love of his life when he returned home, he married Sandra Johnson on December 10, 1966 at St. Mary’s Cathedral Church. Together they raised two children, Adrienne and Armand.
He spent some time in his early years in the carpentry shop of his grandfather William Bastien, who, among other jobs, restored pieces of antique wood furniture that included ornate work. In addition, his father was closely involved with supplying materials for the building and restoration business that was just beginning on the island. As a young adult, Armand joined his father in that business.
Together, Armand and Sandy opened their stained-glass shop on the Strand where they not only created new works of stained glass art but restored a number of pieces for historic homes under restoration. Armand expanded the supply business into construction and restoration.
Armand was predeceased by his parents and brother-in-law Bill Stevens. A lifelong Catholic, he leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 58 years, Sandy Bastien and siblings, brother Robert Bastien (Deborah) and Claudia Bastien Stevens and his children, Adrienne Caruso (Jared) and Armand Bastien.
He will be greatly and dearly missed by grandchildren Chase Micheletti, Chelsi Alba (Xavier), Samantha Boddie (Bryce), Aiden Caruso and his great-grandchildren Lana Alba, Rylie Alba, Olivia Alba and Cecelia Boddie.
The structures and restorations he built will stand as memorials to his creativity and skill.
A visitation for Armand will be held Friday, July 25, 2025 at 6pm at Crowder Funeral Home, 851 FM 517, Dickinson, TX 77539.
Sandy, so sorry to hear of Armand’s passing.we love you and miss you always.Jenny and Duane.
Our prayers and love we send to you Sandra and your family.
Sincerely, Jodie and Randy Trncak
: “I am deeply sorry for your sudden loss. My heart aches for you.”
We’d like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family.🙏🏼
Armand was my special friend. When I was quite young I was sick for a while. I had a heart problem and was not allowed to go outside or exert my self in any way. We lived just down the street from the Bastien’s house on Dolphin. Armand came down to my house most every day to keep me company.
Sandy, My heart goes out to you and your family. I only met Armand a couple of times, but instantly knew he was a man of good character, kind and friendly. I liked and respected him immediately. May our Lord give him peace and hold you all in his arms in these difficult days.
Sandy, my prayers go with you and your family of your beloved husband. I am so sorry..
My prayers go out to the family. Armand was a class mate at Kirwin and a great guy.
May he rest in eternal peace with ALL the angels and saints.
Armand was a classmate at Sacred Heart & we graduated together in
1964. Armand from Kirwin & me from Dominican. He was always a
good & caring person. Reading of all his accomplishments in his life
is proof of it. Sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Patty Martorell Allen.
Gracias por ser un gran ser humano te portastes bien conmigo y mis hijos me ayudastes a aprender más sobre los trabajos de construcción y remodelación me hice responsable en mi mismo gracias a ti te vamos a extrañar dios te guarde en su gloria. Un gran amigo, mi segundo papá gracias Armando Bastine l love you gracias
My father asked me to translate:
Thank you for being a great human being, you were kind to me and my children. You helped me learn so much about the art of construction and remodeling so much so I was then able to do jobs on my own thanks to you. We will miss you , may god keep you in his glory. A great friend , my second father thank you Armand Bastine I love you and thank you. My condolences to you sandy and family.
Sandy, So sorry for your loss I hope you find comfort in knowing he left an impact on my familys lives. Although I was only a child/young adult his generosity, kindness, friendliness, compassion and funny personality has always and will always be remembered. He was a great man to my father , in which I will forever be grateful. May he rest in peace. Sending you my deepest condolences 💐 -Thank you Mr.Bastine for wonderful childhood memories I was able to have alongside my dad in a wood shop always filled with laughter.
Mis más sentido pésame para la familia Bastian los acompaño en su dolor de un gran ser humano dios lo tenga en su santa gloria, Me duele su partida lo extrañaré mucho me dejó muchos recuerdos como un gran padre GRACIAS