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Christine Fae Chaffee Armstrong
1926 - 2020
BORN
1926
DIED
2020
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Christine Armstrong Obituary
Newfield - Christine Fay Chaffee Armstrong, 94, traded her earthly home for her Lord and Saviors' on Thursday, July 9th, 2020. She was the youngest of 8 surviving children born to Thomas and Mary Emma (Palmer) Chaffee on May 31, 1926, in the family home on Bank Street, Newfield, NY.
She attended the Kellogg's Corners School House which is now located on the grounds of Newfield Central School, prior to moving up to the 'new' Central School.
Christine married Edgar H. Armstrong and together they raised 7 children who survive her, Candice (Chuck) Mosher, E. David (Carol) Armstrong, Timothy (Patricia) Armstrong, Peter Armstrong, Pamela (Jeffrey) Dubert, Thomas (Laurie) Armstrong and John (Kelly) Armstrong. She is also survived by 16 grandchildren, Chad, Brett, Tim, Colleen, Michelle, Meredith, Sean, Callie, Ben, Tyler, Sarah, Bethany, Emily, Ashley, Caleb and Daniel; 8 great-grandchildren, Brielle, Annika, Renaissance, Mason, Michael, Elizabeth, Teddy, Nya and 2 on the way; as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edgar, her siblings, Maynard, Elbert, Doris, Madge, Pauline, Charlotte, Phyllis and their spouses, her grandsons, Steven and Michael Dubert.
Christine was a firm believer in our Lord Jesus Christ and the promise of eternal life. She often found solace in her bible and the songs she would sing in her church and home.
Christine was a self-taught musician and could play many instruments. She loved to write poetry and songs and shared them with those she cared about. She had a quick wit and could deadpan a comment with the best of them, even at the ripe old age of 94-this trait was passed on to several of her children and grandchildren.
As a family we would like to thank her Dr's., Sharon Ziegler and Lynn Swisher for keeping her healthy and the staff and her friends at Longview who gave meaning to her life these many years. Bangs Funeral Home will be assisting the family.
Graveside services will be held Saturday Aug. 22, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. at Woodlawn Cemetery Newfield, NY, face masks required.
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sonja vann
August 27, 2020
Pam (and family)
I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She, and your Dad raised a pretty terrific family. I'm sure she was proud of every one of you :-)
My thoughts and Prayers are with you all. May you find peace in knowing that she is at rest, and with her loved ones.
God Bless!
Sonja and Mark Vann
August 21, 2020
I remember visiting Christine with my little brother when the family lived in the little house by the covered bridge. I also got to visit with her a few times when she and Charlotte were at Longview. Pleasant memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Janet Johnson Grasso (Dolly Skala)
Lucina
August 19, 2020
Pam so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Remember the good times and all that she taught you.
Mary Chaffee
July 11, 2020
She was a light in this world. She was a lovely individual who will be missed. I remember her warmth and kindness. Truly a nice person.
I will remember her fondly.
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