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Francis Armstrong Obituary

Francis Armstrong

Francis F. Armstrong, 89, formerly of Fairview Heights, Ill., went into God's loving arms on Friday, Aug. 17, 2012, at Memorial Hospital, Belleville, Ill.

Francis proudly served in the 409th Infantry Regiment in World War II and retired from the IBEW Local 309 where he was a 60 year member.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Lilia Armstrong; one brother and two sisters.

He is mourned by his loving wife of 67 years, Casimira "Cassie," nee Ziaja, Armstrong; daughter, Kathleen (Woody) Martin; son, Kenneth (Marci) Armstrong; granddaughter, Dawn Reinacher; grandson, Chris Reinacher; great-grandsons, Connor and Dawson Reinacher; two step grandchildren, Kristine (Gene) Lowe and Matthew (Terri) Martin; step great-grandchildren, Justin, Aaron, Cody, Colby, Michael and Julie; a brother and sister-in-law, Ben and Betty Ziaja; nieces, Jane (Tim) Abbott and Lynn (Terry) Thies.

The family would like to thank Dr. Brett Winkeler and staff, Dr. Prasad Kandula and staff, Heartland Hospice staff, Faith Countryside and staff, to all those at Cedar Trails for their great care, and to Memorial Hospital. We are truly grateful for each and every one of you. God bless and thank you.

Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.kasslyfuneral.com.

Funeral: Francis graciously donated his body to Washington University Medical Center.

KASSLY MORTUARY, Fairview Heights, Ill.

Published by Belleville News-Democrat on Aug. 19, 2012.
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My kind and sweet uncle,with sympathy to all of the family.I have wonderful memories always.

Joyce Gourley

April 8, 2013

martha mann

February 7, 2013

Ken, sorry for the loss of your Dad. I know you loved him very much. Take care old friend and drop a line sometime. Peace be with you and yours.

Ken Coverdell

August 19, 2012

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THANK YOU - FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY

You are one of our heroes.
We will remember you always and miss you dearly.
Take your Warrior's rest for a duty well done.

MARINE AND VIET NAM VET

PHIL ODOM

August 19, 2012

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