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BATON ROUGE, LA - The Reverend Miller Francis Armstrong III, died on Wednesday, March 19 at 12:10pm at home in Baton Rouge with his family by his side. At 80 years old he was born on Nov. 11, 1937. Father Armstrong is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mary Ann Armstrong, children : Matt Armstrong, Slater Armstrong, Mary Martha Quinn (Mrs. David B. Quinn), Dorothy Shemwell (Mrs. Robert Harris "Lad" Shemwell, Jr.) Grandchildren: Jack Quinn, Mary Frances Quinn, Ellie Quinn, Rachel Armstrong, Angus Armstrong, Brooke Shemwell, Sarah Margaret Shemwell, and Merritt Shemwell and his brother Robert Bruce Armstrong and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Miller Francis Armstrong, junior and Dorothy Morrison Ball Armstrong.
He graduated from the school of theology at the University of the South, Sewanee, TN. in 1953. He was ordained into the priesthood in 1954. He served numerous congregations throughout Texas and Louisiana including Christ Memorial Episcopal Church in Mansfield, LA. Father Armstrong was a dedicated leader of Cursillo and Kairos Ministries and the Episcopal ministry in Louisiana State Prison at Angola. He served for a time as a Hospice Chaplain in Louisiana in the 80's, Chaplain for the Refugio, TX and New Roads, LA Fire Departments, Boy Scouts in New Roads and Mansfield and was a member of the team that brought the very first Cursillo and Kairos celebrations in the Episcopal Church to Louisiana in the 70's. The funeral service will be at Christ Church Cathedral in New Orleans on Friday, March 28 at 11am. Interment will be held at a later date in Marshall, Texas. Memorials may be sent to Nuba Christian Family Mission, Inc., P.O. Box 4221, Baton Rouge, LA 70821.
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Memories and Condolences
for Miller Armstrong
Alana Cruse
March 31, 2008
To the Armstrong Family,
I will always remember Fr. Miller saying to me, " I am homesick, but not ready to go home yet". It was the first time I saw heaven in such a way, an inviting place with loved ones waiting to welcome me, the place I truly belonged. I look forward to seeing him again in our heavenly home.
My prayers are with you all,
Alana
Betty Arnold Henderson
March 31, 2008
Mary Ann, please accept my deepest condolences in Miller's passing. I so enjoyed sharing conversations with both of you at our class reunions in Marshall. Miller was so obviously a gentleman of quality. He must have touched many, many lives during his life. I know, fully well, the feelings you have at this time. While the debilitating grief will always be with you, I promise you that it will become easier to bear with the passing of time. Memories are a poor substitute for the living, breathing man, but the sweetest ones will keep you going just when you think you can't. The Lord does not send us more than we can bear. You and your precious family are in my thoughts, today and always.
Ed & Linda Bain
March 28, 2008
May we rejoice with the angels.
Let us celebrate the wondrous life and death of Miller Armstrong.
A servant of GOD sent among us.
Whose passing brings tears, smiles, and glorious memories.
May the peace of the LORD be always with you.
A Father, A Priest, A Preacher, A Teacher, A Sage.
Most importantly, A Guide between secular and spiritual.
A Thinker and Student with an eye askance, urging us
To think more, listen deeper, speak after thought instead of before.
May the peace of the LORD be always with you.
Thank you O GOD that this man could touch my soul.
That my spirit was lifted and sorrows were eased.
That, in the turbulence of life, a hand reached out
With love, compassion, hope, and promise.
May the peace of the LORD be always with you.
Rejoice, Rejoice for much as Christ is risen,
Miller is risen to be with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
True joy for a true and faithful servant,
Come home from a long journey to rest.
May the peace of the LORD be always with you.
May we who remain cherish his memory.
May we be as kind, gentle, thoughtful and caring
With others in our lives as Miller was with us.
And, may his touch remain on us until truly we meet again.
May the peace of the LORD be always with you.
ecb 2008
Kimberly and Katarina Hyatt
March 28, 2008
Mary Ann and Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Miller was a great person he will be missed.
Kim Richert
March 28, 2008
Mary Ann and family,
I will truly miss Miller, as will the many ministries and people that he served. He helped me to see that, while we are imperfect beings, God can still use us in mighty ways... as he did Miller. I pray comfort to you and your family, Mary Ann, and a joyous reunion with the Father for my friend Miller. May you soon be dining at His table...
Mark Robinson
March 27, 2008
Father Armstrong was instrumental in support through my adolesent years into young adulthood through my friendship with Matt, Slater and family. He will be missed.
Sue Anderson
March 26, 2008
The Armstrong Family,
Miller,as he asked our daughter to call him, brought our family back into the church, St. Paul's, New Roads. My husband, Wayne, was delighted to have seen Miller recently in connection with the Prison Ministry program at Angola. Miller brought much joy to our family as I know he did yours. We will miss him. Love Wayne, Sue, Kelley and Seth Anderson
Bob Dennison
March 25, 2008
To Miller's Family,
I am saddened to learn of Miller's death but we know he did God's work well here on earth and is at Peace.
Miller and I were near contemporaries in Weslaco, and I have visited with Robert many times in Weslaco in years past.
Kathleen Waring
March 25, 2008
To the Armstrong Family,
We love your family and are sorry for the loss of your sweet husband, father, and grandfather.
May you find peace,
Kathleen, Ben, Ellie and Nina Waring
New Orleans, LA
Nancy McIntyre
March 24, 2008
Dear Mary-Ann
I am very sorry for your loss. I will always remember Miller's hugs. You knew you had been higged by one of god's angel.
Ann Fisher
March 24, 2008
To Miller`s family:
Ed and I send our sincere sympathy to you all. I`m sorry we have never met you . I lived across the street from the first little Episcopal church in Weslaco. Miller was my favorite dance partner at League on Sunday nights. Mercer was not only my neighbor, but friend, too. We will miss Miller, as we do Mercer.
God bless and comfort each of you.
Sincerely,
Ann Waller Fisher
Selma Frase Corley
March 24, 2008
Bro. Miller was also a Graduate of Weslaco High School in 1945 and in that time he was always highly respected as a neighbor, a friend and classmate. I am sure that he will be missed by those who knew him. He will always stay a precious memory in the hearts that he touched. Our regards and Deepest Sympathies go out to his family. Selma Frase Corley, on behalf of the "WHS PRECIOUS MEMORY NEWSLETTER".
Jay Barnes
March 24, 2008
Mary Ann, Matt, Slater, Mary Martha and Dorothy,
Thank you for sharing this kind, wonderful man with your church family for so long. I can't even begin to list the many ways he touched my life and the lives of others. His love of the Lord could be seen on his face and heard in his voice. And while he was my priest for many years, he was always much more than that...he was my friend.
The heavenly choir has no doubt gained a few decibels with their newest arrival. And while we can't hear the beautiful music of his life with our ears, we will forever feel it in our hearts.
"Some people awaken us to new and deeper realizations...for we gain insight from the passing whisper of their wisdom."
May God bless and comfort you all during this difficult time. I love you all.
John Robin Leonard
March 24, 2008
Mrs. Mary Ann, Matt, Slater, Mary Martha, and Dorothy,
I was saddened to her about the Rev. Millers Passing. I have very good memories being around your house, I learned a lot when I was there. When Matt and I got into mischief the Rev. was always on top of things to straighten us out. I can still hear Rev. Miller’s deep voice echoing through the woods during our Boy Scout days, with his famous armadillo call. My thoughts and prayers will always be with y’all.
Susan Hackett Walpole
March 24, 2008
Fr. Miller was one of those fantastic people who touched everyone's life in wonderful ways, including mine. He always remembered me no matter how many years passed between meetings - and always shared a kind word and hug. He will be sorely missed and remember always with great love. My heart and prayers are with you all at this time.
Lisa Beamon-Cox
March 23, 2008
So sorry to hear of Father Armstrong's passing. May you feel God's comfort in the weeks and months to come. Cherish your memories of him.
Lucy Pegues
March 23, 2008
Mary Ann and all the rest of you. My God daughter Debbie Kellogg from Baton Rouge called me today to tell me the sad news. I will let Jane know and will write or get in touch with you very soon,. I am so sorry - I love you and Miller so much. Lucy Pegues
Lynn Festavan, John Pickens & Family
March 23, 2008
Dorothy,
We extend to you and your family our most sincere sympathy at this time of loss. We pray that God will give you comfort, peace and strength in the days ahead as you mourn your Father's loss and celebrate a life well lived.
Love,
Becky Jarreau
March 23, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of Father Armstrongs passing. My family and I have very fond memories of him that we still talk about to this day. He was so instrumental in all of our lives. What a tremendous man he was and our thoughts and prayers are will all of you, Ms. Mary Ann, Matt, Slater, Mary Martha and Dorothy.
Randy, Brenda, Brent & Bryon Summers
March 23, 2008
To The Armstrong Family,
Our prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow.
BETTY LAURENT STONAKER
March 23, 2008
dear dorothy and fly. i am so sorry to read bout your dad. he was such an outdtanding pastor and good friend to all. may GOD'S peace and love be with all of you at this time. with love and prayers, betty laurent stonaker, jimmy, johnny and jody
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