BORN

1937

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Eastern Gate Memorial Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens

1985 West Nine Mile Road

Pensacola, Florida

Jodie Armstrong Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 19, 2013.

Jodie Henry Armstrong (Papa, Peep, Pop) passed away on June 18, 2013 at the age of 76. Jodie was born in Georgiana, Alabama to Mr. Jessie J. Armstrong and Mrs. Clodie R. Armstrong. He moved with his family to Pensacola when he was a child and he lived there for the remainder of his life.

Jodie met the love of his life Catherine S. Armstong (mMeme, Grandma) at Sanders Beach and they were married in 1958. Jodie Cathie shared 55 years of love and devotion, together they raised three loving daughters; Teresa, Becky and Sharon.

Jodie retired from the Pensacola Police Department in 1992 after 30 years of service as a patrolman, TAC, detective and training officer. He was a mountain of a man and a role model for everyone who met him. He loved the outdoors, hunting fishing and camping but nothing brought him greater joy and happiness than spending time with Cathie, their children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and his puppies. Sundays and holidays at their home (aka 410) were always filled with love, laughter, and Pop and Meme's Sunday Dinner Specials. Over the years countless number of family, friends, including numerous police officers, have enjoyed the fun, love and chaos at 410.

He is survived by his loving wife, Cathie; children, Teresa L. (Gregory N. Shows) Shows, of Gulf Breeze, FL, Becky R. (Rickey E. Cook, Sr.) of Pensacola, FL, Sharon K. Davis of Pensacola, FL; grandchildren, Cpt. Jeffery P. (Michelle) Colley, Jr. of Pensacola, FL, Rickey E. Cook Jr. of Los Angeles, CA, Katin R. Davis of Pensacola, FL, Jodie A Cook of Nashville, TN, Sara J. Davis of Pensacola, Gregory N Shows Jr. of Gulf Breeze, FL, Willie M Cook of Pensacola, Rachel C. Shows of Gulf Breeze, FL; great grandchildren, Savannah B. Colley of Pensacola, FL, Jeffery D Colley of Pensacola, FL; brothers, Jamie (Charlotte) Armstrong of Pensacola, FL, Lloyd (Linda) Armstrong of Milton, FL; as well as numerous loving nieces, nephews and friends. Pallbearers will be the Pensacola Police Department Honor Guard.

Visitation will be on Saturday, June 22, 2013 from 9:30 am until 10:30 am at Eastern Gate Memorial Funeral Home. The funeral service will be at 10:30 Saturday at the funeral home also. Burial will follow at Eastern Gate Memorial Funeral Home. Condolences may be left at www.easterngatememorial.com.

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June 24, 2013

Chuck Kennedy

Jodi was a good friend at the PPD. We shared many tales after work and he taught me patience; not by words, but through his actions.RIP

June 24, 2013

Tim & Dawn Burke

I had the distinct pleasure of working with Jodie from 1984 to 1993. I've never met a finer man. Later I had the pleasure of working the beat next to him and after his retirement I was given his old "beat" to work. Those were big shoes to fill. We all looked up to him in awe and respect and he always took care of us "rookies". We lost a great man but Heaven is richer for it!! God Bless you and the family...you are in our prayers.

June 24, 2013

Yvonne Andrews

Sharon,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

June 23, 2013

JOE MIORI

RIP MR JODIE, GOOD KOWN YOU,, FOEMER PENSACOLA POLICE EXPORLER,,,

June 22, 2013

David Kearley

I am so sorry to hear of Jodie's passing, Cathie. I will pass it on to all of Shirley's kids. Will see you soon.

June 22, 2013

Pamela Nolasco (O'Herra)

Aunt Cathie my heart goes out to you with lots of love and prayers. I only got to meet Uncle Jodie once when you came to Casper and we had the time of our life dancing at the Beacon all night. He was a happy and inspirational person. Mom and dad and sis and Bubby will be waiting for him at the pearly gate waiting to carry on the party.Mom and dad loved you all so much. Love and miss you Uncle Jodie.

June 22, 2013

Yevette & Michael Lash-Chandler

Sharron We are so very sorry for your loss of your Dad, Michael Chandler & Yevette Lash, we love you very much and we are always here to love and support you in your time of need. Our prayers are being said for everyone involved, and peace and grace be with you at this time in your lives. We love you so very much !!

June 22, 2013

Micki Rader

Cathie,
My heart hurts for you & the family. You are in our thoughts & prayers. Jodie is with God now & I pray that brings you some peace. With Love

June 22, 2013

Geoffrey Hall

I am sorry to hear of Officer Armstrong's passing. He was very well-liked. I grew up in the 1960's-'70's Scenic Heights-Eastgate area of Pensacola, and we kids always thought a lot of him.

June 22, 2013

Tammie McCracking

Mrs. Armstrong, Teresa, Becky and Sharon; I'm so sorry for your loss. Lisa (Haley)called me today and told me about Mr. Armstrong passing. My love and prayers are with your family. I know first hand how hard it is to lose someone you love. If there is anything I can do please let me know. Lisa knows how to get in touch with me. I think about all of you all the time. Just remember Mr. Armstrong will always be with you and watching over you. Again, I'm truly sorry for your loss.
Love,
Tammie (Haley) McCracking

June 21, 2013

cathie, so sorry to hear of jodie's passing. my prayers are with you. skeeter passed away this past oct. so I know how your feeling. all my love brenda henderson

June 21, 2013

dot and gene warren

My thoughts and prayers are with you Cathie. Jodie was a great guy and will be missed very much.
love you. dot&gene

June 21, 2013

Pat Moyer

Cathie, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Please remember all the good times you and Jodie shared and how happy your wonderful family made him.

Pat (Ezell) and Bill Moyer

June 21, 2013

lisa libby

Uncle Jodie will be missed...Love you all very much-Lisa

June 21, 2013

Becky, Rick, and Family- Randy and I want to extend our greatest sympathies to your family. The loss of a parent is a hard thing to cope with. But know that your Dad will always be with you and watching over all of you. Love, Mary and Randy Utterback

June 21, 2013

Mike & Terry Thompson

Dear Cathy & family, Jodie was a great role model for many of us at PPD. He was kind & had a great sense of humor. May God Bless each of you.

June 21, 2013

Teresa,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time.

Deanna Hixon and Family

June 21, 2013

Judy & Wayne Cork

Ms. Cathie, I am so sorry for your loss. I know you will miss Mr. Jodie so very much, but I hope the many wornderful memories you have will bring you comfort. God bless you and your family; you are some of the nicest people I know.
Love, Judy & Wayne Cork and Rita & Bub Golson

June 21, 2013

John Winn

My prayers and thoughts are withe you. My heart goes out to the whole family I fully understand your loss. Uncle Jodie will be missed. He touched so many lifes and set a very honorable example for all to follow.
My love to you Aunt Cathy and Girls.

June 21, 2013

Ruthie Johns

Cathy, girls & family members,

I am sadden to read about Jodie. Cathy, I know he was the love of your life, and how much you will miss him. Hold on to those precious memories! You and the family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Cathy, I love you.

June 21, 2013

Pam Reeb

Dearest Cathy, You are in my thoughts & prayers. Now we have a special angel up above to watch over you guys. If there is anything I can do please let me know. Love you & miss you.

June 21, 2013

June and Andy Cspps

Love and prayers for you Cathy (grandma ). Y'all will always be our favorite traveling couple.

June 21, 2013

Butch O'Brien

Jodie, I miss you. The love and respect I have for you and the entire family is beyond words. We'll meet again.

June 21, 2013

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June 21, 2013

Christine Doren

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family Becky. I remember everytime you talk about your dad it was laughter and smile, you guys must of had sooo many good times, and always remenber him that way.

June 21, 2013

Kathy DeLaune

Becky, my heart breaks for you and your family at this time of sadness. Please know I'm praying for you all. I know how close your family is and how much family means to you. I know your Dad is in heaven watching over you all and loving you, too, Keep that knowledge close as these trying days pass. I love you, Kathy DeLaune. I'll be in touch soon.

June 21, 2013

molly gravitt

kathy i am so heart broken to hear of jodies passing pensacola lost a great man love you

June 20, 2013

Mary GrandPre

You will be missed. Love you Uncle Jodie.
All my thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of grief.

June 20, 2013

Sandra Oliver Martin

Becky, Sorry to hear about your dad. I remember how you always spoke very highly of him as well as your mother. I will be praying for you and your family during this difficult time. May the love of Jesus wrap his arms around all of you. Sandra Oliver Martin ( Savannah GA)

June 20, 2013

Melissa Candler

My prayers go out to this loving family at this time of grief. When I first arrived in Pensacola, I knew no one and Sharon was one of my first friends and took me out to "410" for a Sunday dinner, where I was made to instantly feel like I was part of this wonderful family. I will never forget their kindness. I hurt for your loss and know he will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him.

June 20, 2013

Angela 'Angel' & Richard Cuadras

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

June 20, 2013

Shada Mammelli

I am so sorry for your loss. I'm really sorry I can't be there. I'm glad I got to see him at Christmas. I love all of you and my prayers are with you.
Love, Shada

June 20, 2013

Rita Craig

May God shine his loving light on all of you in this sad time. Jodie was a wonderful man and this world will miss his laughter and love. Our hearts and prayers are with you all. We will be with you soon, Love, Rita and Girls

June 19, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the family!!
Aunt Catherine my love goes out to you. I wish I could come,but soon I will come and see you!! I love you very much. Love, Donna Kay, John and KIDS

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