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Paul Armstrong Obituary

Paul E. Armstrong

SALISBURY - Paul Edward Armstrong, 80, of Salisbury, died April 8, 2013, surrounded by his family at home.

Paul was born on Oct. 29, 1932, in Pontiac, Mich., the son of the late John E. Armstrong and Mary A. Fandale Armstrong.

Paul was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and reserves. After the service, Paul began to work with Weyerhaeuser Paper Company in their Sales and Service division. After 20-plus years with them, he retired and moved to Salisbury to be closer to family.

Since moving to Salisbury, he became a member of Franklin Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon to the church. During his time at the church, Paul touched many lives. His smile and spirit was addicting. You could never get enough.

Paul is survived by his wife of 60 years, Marguerite; four children, daughter Katherine Porter (husband Daniel, grandson David and great-grandson Daniel); daughter Sheryl Bieberle (husband Dathan), granddaughters Kathryn, Autumn, Rebekah and Kristina); daughter Vicky Couch (grandson Joshua); and son Paul Armstrong Jr. (wife Bridgette and grandson Max).

Paul's proudest possession in his life was his family and he let them know that every opportunity he had.

Visitation: 12-1 p.m. Saturday, April 13 at Franklin Baptist Church, 3810 U.S. 601, Salisbury, NC 28144.

Service: 1 p.m. Saturday, April 13 at Franklin Baptist Church with the Rev. Joe Thomas officiating.

Memorials: Franklin Baptist Church, 3810 Baptist Church, 3810 U.S. 601, Salisbury, NC 28144.

Lyerly Funeral Home is serving the Armstrong family. Online condolences may be made at www.lyerlyfuneralhome.com

Published by Salisbury Post on Apr. 11, 2013.
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I miss you Big brother. I am so glad that you sang Happy Birthday to me the last time we talked. Better late then never... You gave it your all. I love you, give Dad a big hug and kiss for me. You really were the best ever. Lots of love, Suzy

Suzabbe Armstrong

April 24, 2013

The only comfort i have in losing my dear uncle,is the fact.he is with my daddy,those two are best buddies and it brings a smile to my face,just knowing they are together again most likely causing mischief.......i love you! My prayers to all of our family,all my love and energy
Denielle Marie Armstrong

Denielle Armstrong

April 20, 2013

We miss you so.

your baby sister, Ruthie

Ruth O'Neill

April 18, 2013

It was my honor to be Paul Sr.'s son in law for 9 years. I and my family were deeply saddened to hear of his recent passing. His daughter Vicky and I were married and moved to California with the family in 1983. Paul and Marge gave Vicky and me our start in life together. Paul recommended me for a job at one of the plants he serviced. I worked at that plant for 6 years until Vicky and I decided to move back to Charlotte. During that time I was 3000 miles away from my family. The Armstrong's welcomed me in from day one. They are wonderful people and I will always consider them family. Paul was not just my father in law during that time but a 2nd father. Although, he and my Dad are polar opposites they were and are both fine, hardworking and caring men. I have and will continue to look to their example to try to make myself a better man.
As anyone that knew him remembers, Paul always had a great smile and sense of humor. That's one reason he was so successful in what he did. That and the fact that he was one of the hardest working men I have ever known. I recall once, when he stopped by the plant where I was working, he found me inside a shrink oven servicing it. He banged the outside of that oven with his hand as hard as he could. Of course I followed up by banging the inside of the oven… with my head. I crawled out, gave him a cross-eyed smile and shook his hand. He laughed and said, “How ya doin' young fella?!” He got me again. Sometimes some of the newer guys would ask me, “You know that guy?” I would proudly say, “Yea, he's my father in law.” Paul always said, “I wouldn't pick on ya if I didn't like ya.” He must have really liked me.
Despite his ability to “cut up” Paul was always highly respected by his customers and the Plant Engineers. His work ethic and skills served him well. You see he is the one they would call when their team of Engineers and Technicians couldn't fix the problem. Some of the Engineers dreaded seeing him because they knew they would be there until the job was finished and he would give them a good ribbing once in a while to boot. Most enjoyed working with him because he would share his knowledge and they knew the job would get done and the line would be running again. They always heard some good jokes when they worked with him too.
The only thing in life Paul loved more than work was his family. I was proud to be a part of that family for many years and I can testify to that.
Paul, thank you for the love you showed me, the skills you taught me and the many times you made me laugh. May God bless you and keep you. I pray for God's comfort for your family and friends. May they find peace in His love and your loving memory.

Sincerely,
Jon Couch

Jon, Cecile, Joshua and Jason Couch

April 14, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

R.J. & Jerlean Reavis

April 12, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

clarice & milton couch

April 12, 2013

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