ARMSTRONG
Feb. 25, 1931 - Sept. 20, 2013
Gordon Gray Armstrong, Jr. - Born on February 25, 1931 in Mobile, Alabama, died peacefully at his home surrounded by family on September 20, 2013.
Gordon graduated from University Military School in 1949, and attended the University of Alabama before joining the United States Navy during the Korean War. After his service to his country, he returned to Mobile and worked for Armstrong and Associates, retiring as President and CEO.
He is predeceased by his parents Gordon Gray Armstrong, Sr. and Mildred Dowdle Armstrong, and a sister Helen Delores Arnold.
He is survived by his wife Claire Ellsworth Armstrong, four daughters, Robin Sigler (Pat), Julie Guarisco (Greg), Gray Pearl (Cam), Angie Millett (Tom), and a son, Gordon Gray Armstrong III (Simone). Grandchildren, Madeline Sigler, Colin Sigler, Andrew Guarisco, Megan Guarisco, Patrick Guarisco, Dr. Harrison Pearl, Cameron Pearl, Tucker Millett, Claire Millett, Ethan Millett, Chloe Mitchell, Gordon Gray Armstrong IV, Will Armstrong, Peyton Armstrong.
Visitation will be at St. Pius X Catholic Church in the Sarto Center on Monday, September 23, 2013 from 5pm - 7pm with a rosary at 7pm. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 24, 2013 at 12 noon, with a visitation at 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Pius X Catholic Church, 217 S Sage Avenue, Mobile, Al 36606, or your favorite charity.
Arrangements by Ascension Funerals and Cremation, 1016 Hillcrest Road, Mobile, Alabama 36695.

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Published by The Mobile Press-Register from Sep. 21 to Sep. 22, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
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13 Entries

Beau Crum

September 26, 2013

To the Armstrong Family, I am so sorry for your loss. As I remember back growing up across the street on Conway Drive, I always remember your dad messing with the MG's and the mustang. The countless football games in your front yard watching GG run over the Crum boys gave him a lot of laughter. Your Dad always had a smIle on his face. The countless memories will stay with you forever. You remain in our prayers

September 23, 2013

Claire and children: At a time like this, I can only remember the wonderful memories of growing up with "The Armstrongs" in Llanfair. I see the ever present smile on Gordon's face and his unbelievable patience with my father- even when dad "stole" Santa Clause from your shed on Christmas Eve.
His life was full and blessed and we now must celebrate it. Love and thoughts to you all. Ruth Donoghue Talbott

September 23, 2013

To the Armstrong and Millett Family,

You are in our prayers and we wish you the peace in these difficult days. God Bless,
Jack & Beth Stanley

Bo and Ruth Rabby

September 23, 2013

Claire and all,
We are saddened to learn of Gordon's passing. We treasure having known him through all our beachside years together as neighbors. Our fond thoughts go out to all of you.
--Bo and Ruth

Dianne & John Paul Jones

September 23, 2013

To Grey and her family, our sincerest sympathies on the loss of your Father. Peace be with you.

Wayne Rachel

September 23, 2013

GG, Jerry, Clair, Gray and the rest of the family. Gordon gave so much to so many of us. He was one of the best men I knew. Everyone who knows me knows he gave me a chance and i took it. Today I owe so much to Gordon and Jerry. Gordon was love many. May he RIP.

Ashley (Kitten) Clark Chin

September 22, 2013

Will always cherish the memories of your dad and mine rebuilding MGs every weekend. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

September 22, 2013

To all of you, we are so sorry about the loss of your dad. Please know that you all will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Lila and Charlie Bailey

September 22, 2013

Love to each of you... I have wonderful memories of my buddy Mr. Armstrong. Gaye Wilson.

Veri Dale

September 22, 2013

You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this time of grief. Much love sent your way.

September 22, 2013

So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this. Love, Dot and Bob Mapes

Michael Barnette

September 22, 2013

My thoughts are with you.

David West

September 22, 2013

Thoughts and Prayers for the Armstrong family. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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