Beatrice M. Armstrong

Beatrice Armstrong Obituary

ARMSTRONG (DEL GRECO) Beatrice M. "Bea" Armstrong, age 66, died Wednesday, July 4, 2007, at Kobacker House. Preceded in death by sister Roseanne Rubadue. Member of S.F.I. Auxiliary. Survived by daughter, Lisa Coyle; grandchildren, Michael and Ryan; parents, Nello and Elsie Del Greco; niece and nephew, Lori Smith and Michael Rubadue. Also survived by cousins, several aunts and uncles. Friends may call 4-8 p.m., FRIDAY (today) at the JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME, 1177 W. 5th Avenue. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. SATURDAY at St. John the Baptist Italian Catholic Church, 720 Hamlet Street at Lincoln. Rev. Fr. Jeffrey E. Tigyer, Celebrant. Entombment, Resurrection Cemetery Mausoleum, Lewis Center, Ohio. The Family wishes to express special thanks to Rita (Dave) Kreuzer, Nancy (Dave) Goss, and all the doctors and nurses at Kobacker House, Riverside Methodist Hospital and Ohio State University Medical Center. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute in memory of Beatrice to HomeReach Hospice (Kobacker House), 3724 Olentangy River Road, Suite G, Columbus, 43214. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com. "Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries"

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Jul. 6, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Beatrice Armstrong

11 Entries

Susan Walker

July 31, 2007

Sorry to hear about Bea and although
we lost touch many years ago, I always will remember Bea and all the good times we had when we worked together at Ross. My deepest sympathy goes to her family and Lisa.

Scott Humphrey

July 18, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss

Barb Smith

July 10, 2007

Lisa, I am so sorry to hear about Bea. I was so fond of her and saw her just before I retired in Macy's. We had a laugh about shopping. We both loved it. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Edna Berry

July 10, 2007

Dear Lisa,
I am so sorry about the loss of your Mom. I enjoyed the time I worked with Bea in the 'old' medical dept. at Ross.

Sonja Stankoski

July 8, 2007

Dear Lisa.

I was so sad to hear about your mom's passing. I loved Bea, I don't think there was anyone that didn't. She was such a kind person and a friend to everyone, I can't remember a time that I saw her without a smile on her face. I know how close you were to her and I know how much you are hurting right now. My father passed away last year on Thanksgiving Day only three weeks after being diagnosed; his last three days on earth were spent at the Kobaker House and everyone there was so wonderful and kind. Stay strong for your boys and take comfort in knowing that your mom is no longer suffering. The poem below has gotten me through some very tough moments and I hope that it will do the same for you. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

To My Dear Family

Some things I’d like to say, but first of all to let you know, I arrived okay.

I’m writing this from heaven, where I dwell with God above, Where there are no more tears or sadness, there is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I’m out of sight, Remember that I am with you, every morning, noon and night.

That day I had to leave, when my life on Earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me, and said “I welcome you,

It’s good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they’ll be here later on.

I need you here so badly, as part of My Big Plan, There is so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man”.

Then God gave me a list of things he wished for me to do, and foremost on that list of mine is to watch and care for you.

And I will be beside you every day and week and year, And when you’re sad, I’ll be standing there to wipe away the tear.

And when you lie in bed at night, the day’s chores put to plight, God and I will be closest to you, in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on Earth, and all those loving years, Because you’re only human, they are bound to bring you tears.

But do not be afraid to cry, it does relieve the pain, Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you of all that God has planned, But if I were to tell you, you wouldn’t understand.

One thing is for certain, though my life on Earth is done, I am closer to you now then ever before my dear daughter and precious grandsons.

And to my very dear friends, trust God knows what is best, I’m still not far away from you; I’m just beyond the crest.

There are rocky roads ahead for you and many hills to climb, But together we can do it, taking one day at a time.

It was always my philosophy, and I’d like it to be yours too, That you give unto the world, as the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who is in sorrow or in pain, Then you can say to God at night, my day was not in vain.

And now I am contented that my life was worthwhile, Knowing as I passed along the way, I made someone smile.

So if you meet somebody who is down and feeling low, Just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.

When you are walking down the street, And you’ve got me on your mind, I’ll be walking in your footsteps, only half a step behind.

And when you feel the gentle breeze or the wind upon your face, That’s me giving you a great big hug, or just a soft embrace.

And when it’s time for you to go, from that body to be free, Remember, you’re not going; you are coming here to me.

And I will always love you, from that land way up above, I’ll be in touch again soon.

P.S. God sends his love.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

Grace Ellen Hoskins brown

July 7, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

judy burton epler

July 7, 2007

My sympathy to family and friends.
Bea will always be remembered as a classmate with piazz and beauty.

my prayers with you all.

Judy Burton Epler WHS'58
Marysville, Ohio

Maria Steinbaugh

July 6, 2007

It was my pleasure to work with Bea for many years at Ross. Her winning smile and wonderful happy nature always made the work place a happier place. My condolences to Bea's family; Bea will be greatly missed.

Susan Walker

July 6, 2007

I always thought a lot of Bea and many good times when we worked at Ross together in the Advertising Dept. Susan Walker

William (Bill) Wade

July 6, 2007

To the family of Beatrice (Bea) Armstrong: I want to send my Condolences. Bea was a great person and excellant co-worker at Ross. Gone but not forgotten.

Deb Pugh

July 6, 2007

I always admired Bea. She was a wonderful woman. My heart goes out to all of you.

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