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Thomas Armstrong Obituary
October 13, 1989 - March 5, 2017
Apex, NC
Thomas "Tommy" Craig Armstrong, 27, went to be with his Lord on Sunday, March 5, 2017 in the late morning. Tommy was born on October 13, 1989, at Rex Hospital in Raleigh, N.C. to John "Jack" Morris Armstrong and Teena Jane Martin Armstrong.
In addition to his parents he is survived by his two brothers: Samuel Martin Armstrong of Apex, Douglas Elliott Armstrong of Crestview, FL, and an uncle, Clint Franklin Martin, Jr. of Kenly N.C.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, March 18, 2017, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Peace Presbyterian Church, 1777 W. Chatham St., Cary, NC 27513. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. A private burial will be held at 4:00 p.m. at Wake Memorial Park Cemetery in Cary.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Vietnam Veterans of America at www.VVA.org.
Tommy grew up in the Cary-Apex area, attended Cary Christian School (class of 2008), and attended some college at Campbell University and Wake Technical Community College. He was a lover of "mopars." Along with his dad and brothers, he restored a 1966 silver Dodge charger. He later bought and helped restore a 1969 Dodge charger. Being a car guy, it was not surprising that he wanted to learn all he could about cars, and this was his vocation, auto mechanic. He had just started a new job at C&C Auto. Besides cars, his main hobby was fishing. He was an avid lake, pond, and salt water fisherman. Many times he would fish before and after work! He and his brothers also enjoyed golfing, skeet shooting, and hunting. He was a member of the Fuquay-Varina church of Christ.
"Tommy, left this world a better place this past Sunday morning. In his short 27 years, he brought all who knew him memories that only an accepting heart and a loving soul could provide. Tommy was special in that way. Who you were, or where you were at in life didn't matter to him. You were important, you were loved, and he let you know that.
To Tommy, "his people" (all of us close to him) were the most valued gifts this life had given him. If you were lucky enough to have known Tommy, you knew he wouldn't just give you the shirt off his back; he would take you shopping, buy you dinner, and then give you a small loan until you got back on your feet. That was how our brother made a big impact on our hearts." Tuck
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The Compassionate Friends of Wake County
May 5, 2017
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Armstrong,
It is with a heavy heart that we send this message to you. Sadly, we have learned about the passing of your beloved son Tommy. There are simply no words that can adequately express what it is to suffer the loss of a beloved child. We are bereaved parents who have also experienced this same devastating loss and we want to reach out to you in behalf of our group: The Compassionate Friends of Wake County. We are a non-profit and non-denominational support group that consists solely of parents who have lost children of all ages. We are part of the worldwide organization The Compassionate Friends which can be accessed at www.compassionatefriends.org. Our website is on the latter which you can get to by clicking on Chapter Locator and then going to NC. Our group meets twice a month in Raleigh. If you have any questions, please call our message line 919-833-4022. There is always a bereaved parent on call who will get back to you in one to three days. We are so sorry for your loss and please know that you and your precious child are in our thoughts and prayers.
With caring and concern,
The Compassionate Friends of Wake County
I am so sorry for the loss of your precious son. My heart goes out to you and your family as you go through this very difficult and painful time. Tommy sounds like he was a wonderful young man who will be missed very much.
Sincerely, Mara Lewis (Mom of Kenny who passed away at the age of 15)
I reach out to newly bereaved parents in behalf of The Compassionate Friends of Wake County
March 18, 2017
May the God of All Comfort show His presence as you walk through this deep valley. Praying for you without ceasing.
The Winter-Hartley family
March 16, 2017
May the powerful and encouraging words written in the bible be able to sooth the pain of your broken heart having loss your dear loved one. (Matthew 5:4) reads.. "Happy are those who mourn since they will be comforted." Sincerely, I offer my deepest condolences during this time of sadness and grief, and may the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ continue to comfort you. ~with christian love, agape.
March 15, 2017
Jesus wept after the death of his friend Lazarus. John 11:35 We weep along with you.
His example was written in the Bible to give us hope. Rom. 15:4
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PJ
March 14, 2017
I would like to express sympathy to the family and may the support of family and friends help you though this most difficult time.
Cynthia Jackson
March 13, 2017
We earnestly pray you'll feel Christ comforting and strengthening you as you endure this unimaginable loss. Our prayer-filled love to you all. - from Calvin, Cynthia, Will & Joy Jackson.
Carter Minor
March 13, 2017
Teena, Jack, Doug, and Sam please know that my heart goes out to you in sympathy and with prayers to our God and Father that he will comfort you and give you His peace that goes beyond our comprehension. I mourn with you.
In Christ Jesus,
Carter Minor
J. Trent Hicks
March 12, 2017
We offer our sincere condolences; and an unlimited supply of hugs to all the Armstrong family as they grieve this loss.
Penny Smelcer
March 12, 2017
Please accept my deepest condolences. Doug and Sam, I remember you both fondly as students, and I am sincerely sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Blessings and comfort to you and your parents. ~Mrs. Smelcer
LeAnn, Trevor, and Tyler Hirt
March 11, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all - please know we are here for you.
David and Denise Lee
March 10, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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