Armand Saiia
Armand Saiia has passed at 95 years old. Born a year before the start of the Great Depression in Buffalo, NY, he witnessed the most amazing events and changes. He embraced these advancements and continued to evolve and learn with grace and humor until his last. He is survived by his children, Armand Jr., Susanne, Christian, Lisa, David and his life partner, Cathy Gustavus. Born to Caterina Natoli and Giuseppe Luigi Saiia, he is also preceded in death by his siblings, Ida, Sam, Louis, Joanne and his former wife and mother of his children, Kathryn (Caruana).
Too young to join the service, Armand finally was able to enlist in 1946 in the 111th Airborne Division and deployed to Japan and was involved in operations to convince holdouts to surrender. After his service he used the GI Bill to attend the University of Buffalo and the UB School of Law. After careers in law, private investigation and security, he continued in investments and commodities well into his eighties.
Armand’s greatest joy was his children and grandchildren. Whether fishing, skiing, or sailing and snorkeling for lobsters, he enjoyed spending time with his family. He was Papa to his grandchildren, Suzanne, Britany, Kaleigh, James (JAK), Liam and Griffin. He never met a stranger and was always willing to lend assistance.
Armand was well loved and will be missed by his family and friends. Private celebrations will be held at various locations per his wishes.
Too young to join the service, Armand finally was able to enlist in 1946 in the 111th Airborne Division and deployed to Japan and was involved in operations to convince holdouts to surrender. After his service he used the GI Bill to attend the University of Buffalo and the UB School of Law. After careers in law, private investigation and security, he continued in investments and commodities well into his eighties.
Armand’s greatest joy was his children and grandchildren. Whether fishing, skiing, or sailing and snorkeling for lobsters, he enjoyed spending time with his family. He was Papa to his grandchildren, Suzanne, Britany, Kaleigh, James (JAK), Liam and Griffin. He never met a stranger and was always willing to lend assistance.
Armand was well loved and will be missed by his family and friends. Private celebrations will be held at various locations per his wishes.