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Helen Armstrong Obituary
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Helen Armstrong, 89, of Johnson City, died on Friday, November 30, 2007, at the James G. Johnston Nursing Home. She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond Armstrong. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Kathleen and Warren Falzone, Mass., Margaret and Robert Lunn, Apalachin; sons and daughter-in-law, Raymond Thomas and Joyce Armstrong, Binghamton, William Armstrong, Johnson City; three grandchildren, James and Michael Falzone, both of Mass., Cedric Bush, Spring Valley, N.Y.; several nieces and nephews. She was a caring and loving mother and grandmother.
A Funeral Service will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. at the Barber Memorial Home, Inc., 428 Main Street, Johnson City. The Rev. Lea Harding will officiate. Burial will be in St. Augustine Cemetery, Silver Lake, Pa. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. at the Barber Memorial Home. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the James G. Johnston Nursing Home Residents Fund, 286 Deyo Hill Road, Johnson City.
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Memories and Condolences
for Helen Armstrong
Pat Sexton
December 14, 2007
Kathy, Tommy, Peggy & Billy, I was so sorry to hear about Aunt Chub. I have many Fond Memories over the years of her taking care of us. weekends that I would spend on Reynolds Road,the time I had to extend my stay because I came down with the mumps and she nursed me back to health.It seems she was always taking care of someone during her lifetime.Everytime we spent time with her she used to cut my and my sisters bangs.Our Mom used to get so mad although I don't think she ever mentioned it to her. I remember we used to make candles out of milk cartons and I loved her spagetti & meatballs! Well now all the sisters are together along with their brothers, so the Storton's are probably raising cane in Heaven! Aunt Chub will truly be missed but Thank Goodness for all our Happy Memories! You all take care and it will get easier as the time passes. One last thing Aunt Chub always remenbers me crying about something and everytime my sister Chrissy talked to her she asked if I was still crying and I am some things never change!
Garrison G. Westbrook
December 10, 2007
December 10, 2007
My Dad(Mary's husband) told me of the passing of Aunt Chub. Please except my sympathy for your loss.Like my daughter Jennifer I was told many stories about Chub and her other sister and brothers. I'm sure they are all in heaven and are now running things. I can remember visiting Binghamton many times and Aunt Chub always made me feel welcome.
Love Garry
Jennifer Westbrook
December 10, 2007
My deepest condolences to all of you. Some of my fondest memories of my grandmother (Mary, Chub's sister) were of the stories she used to tell me about growing up with her brothers and sisters. She loved all of you so much and, although I never got to meet Aunt Chub, I feel as if I knew her just from the stories. I know they are all in Heaven right now, giggling and telling stories!
Love,
Jen (Mary's second granddaughter!)
Shannon Corso
December 9, 2007
Our condolences on your loss, Shannon Corso and Family (Bob Westbrook's daughter/Mary Westbrook's first grandchild)
Bob Westbrook
December 8, 2007
Dear Cousins (Kathleen, Peggy, Tom & Billy),
I just heard from my dad that "Aunt Chub" had passed away so I got on-line right away. My deepest condolences go with you. I'm glad I was able to visit with her when I was out there in 1998. My mom and her were very close and I used to love listening to her stories about Chub and her family when they were growing up. I hadn't seen Chub since I was in Jr. High when we were out there visiting with my family. When I saw her in 1998 it all came back! That wit and sense of humor just made me laugh.
Best Regards,
Bob (or Robert Dennis or Dee however one would refer to me as!)
Carlos & Marie Falero
December 6, 2007
To Peggy & Bob,Bill,Kathy,and Tom. Carlos and I are so sorry for your loss. I wish you all well. I know it won't be easy for you, But the good times and funny memories will help you get by this hard time. With our deepest sympathy! Love Carlos & Marie
Bud and Sharon Dunn
December 5, 2007
Dear Kathy, Peggy, Tom and Billy,
My sister, Ginny, informed me of the passing of your mom last week. I love to remember how your mom, my Aunt Helen, always kept an empty Crowley's milk bottle on hand when we visited (as children) because I would only drink Crowley's. Little did I know I drank whatever you guys had. Remember Christmas Eve at Grandma's? What wonderful memories I have of the family gatherings. Your mom was a very special person who we were so fond of. Please accept our condolences at this difficult time.. Love, Bud and Sharon (Armstrong) Dunn
Bonnie Yudikaitis Kabanek
December 5, 2007
Dear Kathy, Tom, Billy and Peggy,
I am so sad at the loss of your mom. She and your dad were such wonderful, fun loving people. Even with tears in my eyes now because of her death, I still can smile when I remember her jokes and
good humor. My thoughts and condolences are with you all.
-Your neighbor and friend, Bonnie
Dove Morissette
December 3, 2007
Dear Kate, Peggy, Bill, and Tom,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your mother. I'm glad that I had the chance to meet her last year. She seemed like a feisty lady even at the nursing home, and she was quite entertaining with her stories of all of you.
My deepest sympathy,
Grandma "Chub" in her favorite chair.
December 2, 2007
william armstrong
December 2, 2007
cathy,tommy,bill,peggy, val and i are very sorry for your lose of your mom. she was a great lady. we will always remember her homemade bread and rolls and us having twins on the same day at the same hospital. val and bill armstrong
Joani De Filippo
December 2, 2007
Red Dog,
So sorry for the loss of your mom. I know how special she was to you, I'm sure you will miss her. She was lucky to have such a devoted and loving son. My condolences to you.
Schiappa Family
December 2, 2007
Kathy, Tom, Peggy, Billy & Families,
We could not have asked for a better neighbor than your mom for the 17 years we lived on Sergeant St. She was kind and considerate and we all loved her.
Gwynne Lebo
December 1, 2007
Kathy - Billy, Peggy - You probably don't remember me...Gwynne Yudikaitis...lived down the road from you for years on Reynolds Road. Sorry to hear about your mom...my deepest condolenses to you all.
Gwynne Yudikaitis Lebo
Linda and Bob Geers
December 1, 2007
So glad I was able to see my Aunt "Chub" when we visited this October. She was one of the last of her generation of the Armstrong family, Bob and I will miss her. Our thoughts are with all the family.
With love,
Mary James
December 1, 2007
So sorry for your loss. Our family can never forget how great your mom was to our mother when she was ill. We will miss her.
Teresa Howland
December 1, 2007
Bill I am so sorry. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. We are thinking of you and your family. Teresa (epler) and Bill Howland.
Christine Wakeman
December 1, 2007
She was "Aunt Chub" to me and a very dear Aunt she was. She rarely left Sturdevant street but those who visited her there knew what everyone else was missing by not knowing her. You never knew what she was going to say. She had a fabulous sense of humor. Loved her family and let me know that everytime I visited. Always kept me up to date on what everyone was doing in their lives. She loved to reminise about the days when she was growing up with her siblings and with me she had a captive audience. Her and my Mom were best friends and when my Mom was gone she was a great comfort to me. Fate was cruel taking her mind in the last few years, but her spirit will remain forever. I will miss her, her sense of humor and the macaroni and tomato soup she would rush out to the kitchen to make for me. She will be sorely missed in this world.
Much Love,
Cousin Chris
NORMAN melious
December 1, 2007
Billy sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..
Norm JoAnn Melious
December 1, 2007
Billy ,
Your mother was a very special lady. I shared many happy times with her when she resided on the Sun Unit. It was an honor to know her and care for her.
Maureen Tanner
Virginia (Armstrong) Jones
December 1, 2007
Dear Kathy, Peggy, Tom and Billy and families,
It was with great sadness that I read on line in this mornings Binghamton Press that your mom, my Aunt Helen, has died. I remember her fondly and always with her sweet smile and gentleness. She and your dad were always favorites of mine. I am sure you will all miss her very much. I send my condolences to all of you.
love, your cousin Ginny Armstrong Jones
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