Pamela Bartholomew Armstrong

1937 - 2025

Pamela Bartholomew Armstrong, beloved resident of Hobe Sound, Florida, and Greenwich, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025. Born on a dairy farm in Sheffield, Massachusetts, on May 26, 1937, to parents Cecil and Edward Bartholomew, Pam lived a simple childhood on land bestowed to her family by King George of England. Though not formally affiliated, she was truly a daughter of the American Revolution. She attended Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, New York, graduating in 1959 with a Master's in Business Science .Following her graduation, Pam began her career at the J. Walter Thompson advertising agency in New York City, where she made significant contributions to the company's new business development department. Pam was introduced through friends to Richard Armstrong, a resident of Duxbury, Massachusetts, and a recent graduate of Bowdoin College, class of1957. Richard, "Dick," had just completed a two-year tour in the US Army and was also working in advertising in New York. They were married at Pam's family homestead in Sheffield in October of 1961.Their family grew with the addition of two sons, Matthew and Rod. Pam returned to the workforce as a successful real estate broker in Greenwich, CT, while also supporting Dick's growing career. Her dynamic personality and business acumen made her a cherished partner ,both personally and professionally. As the matriarch of the family, she took joy in seamlessly organizing events for family and work. She also loved golfing, gardening, playing Mahjong, and sharing a glass of white wine and conversation with friends .Pam was deeply committed to her community, contributing her time and talents in Greenwich, Sheffield, and Hobe Sound. A passionate cook, Pam delighted in entertaining for large gatherings of family and friends. She remained active in her country club committees and pursued daily fitness routines. Pam's love for animals, children, and her community was evident to all who knew her. Pam is survived by her devoted husband of 65 years, Richard; her sons, Matthew Armstrong (and wife Suzanne) of Greenwich, Connecticut, and Rod Armstrong of Jupiter, Florida; and her grandchildren, Dylan, Ashton, Alexa, and Andrew. She is predeceased by her brother, Dana Bartholomew. The family will hold a private burial service in Sheffield, Massachusetts later this month. She will be buried in Sheffield Center Cemetery on November 28, 2025 at 12 noon.