BORN

1924

DIED

2017

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2115 Lincoln Ave

Evansville, Indiana

Rossiter "Ross" Armstrong Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 13, 2017.

Rossiter "Ross" Andrew Armstrong, 93, of Evansville, IN, died Monday, March 13, 2017, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital, succumbing to pulmonary fibrosis. He was born January 9, 1924, in Detroit, MI to the late Rossiter and Virginia (Sholar) Armstrong, Sr., natives of Hopkinsville, KY.

His family returned to Hopkinsville, where he attended various elementary schools and graduated from Hopkinsville High School in 1942. He entered the armed forces shortly after graduation and was enrolled at Coe College in Cedar Rapids, IA, earning his US Army Air Corps pilot's wings with a rank of Second Lieutenant and piloting B17 Bombers. Ross opted to return to civilian life and was discharged in 1945 when the war ended. He returned to Hopkinsville and partnered with a friend to open an appliance sales and repair service. Ross terminated this business venture and began a career with Interstate Finance Co. (aka, CrediThrift of America, American General Finance Co., and Springleaf Financial/One Main) that spanned 42 ½ years, retiring in January 1989. He had also been a licensed realtor. He was a member of St. John's East United Church of Christ, was a Mason, a 50 year member of the Shrine, and a Carnegie speech advocate.

Ross was preceded in death by his parents and first wife, Martha (Pennington), whom he married on Valentine's Day in 1948.

He is survived by his current wife of 34 years, Beverly (Stearsman) Armstrong of Evansville, IN; son, Michael A. Armstrong and his wife, Vickie (Ripplemener); twin granddaughters, Heather Branham and her husband, Nick, and Lindsey Armstrong, all of Indianapolis, IN; half-sister, Louise Guinn of San Jose, CA; step-son, Ashley A. Alexander and his wife, Roberta (Forston), of Henderson, KY; step-daughter, Waverlyn Alexander Karch and her husband, Kurt, of Haubstadt, IN; step-grandchildren, Dr. Amanda Alexander Kline, DVM and her husband, Heath, of Evansville, IN, Dr. Adrian Miller, MD and her husband, Jeff, of Paducah, KY, Ashley Alexander II and his wife, Anna (Floyd), of Seymour, IN, Kayla Karch Wilder and her husband, Aaron, of Indianapolis, IN, and Allen Karch of Haubstadt, IN; great-granddaughter, Reagan Barnham; step-great-granddaughter, Milena Wilder, both of Indianapolis, IN; and step-great-grandsons, Camden, Alexander, and Luke Miller of Paducah, KY, and Ashley Alexander III of Seymour, IN.

Memorial Services will be 2:00 PM Thursday, March 16, 2017, at Alexander East Chapel, officiated by Rev. Kenneth Townsend. Friends may visit Wednesday from 2:00 to 8:00 PM and Thursday from 12:00 PM until service time at the funeral home. Ross will be cremated and private burial will be held at a later date.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Ross's caregivers, Mary Kate Abercrombie, Tamika Mack, Tammy Koester, and Malea Wolfe.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Buffalo Trace Counsel of Boy Scouts of America, the Boys and Girls Club, Shriners Hospitals for Children, or to any favorite charity. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderEastChapel.com.

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March 16, 2017

Tammy & Bill Koester

Our deepest sympaties and prayers. I didn't know at the time that I met him that he piloted one of the greatest birds of WWII. May he reach the hights of heaven and touch God's face in that B -17. A salute and a prayer with honors...Tammy & Bill Koester.

March 15, 2017

Ron Boren

Mike, So sorry to hear about your Father. I never met him but I am sure he was a wonderful man. I have heard nice things about him from friends that knew him at American General. I wish your family well. Sincerely,

March 15, 2017

I am very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. My heartfelt condolences to the family during this time of sorrow. (1Corinthains 15:26) (Isaiah 61:1,2) Please find peace in knowing that He understands your grief and He cares. 1 Peter 5:6, 7

March 15, 2017

Diane Angermeier

My deepest sympathy to Bev & the family. I remember when Bev had lunch last week with our AGF group, she took home a special dessert for Ross.

March 14, 2017

Bob and Judy Breneman

Our deepest condolences for the loss of your father, Mike. We know you will miss him dearly. You, Vicky and the girls are in our prayers.

March 14, 2017

Ralph & Joyce Wallace

Aunt Bev. and Family, Joyce and I want to surely express our condolences and we know that he will greatly be missed as we have always known how much you have shared his love. We Love you, keep strong!

March 14, 2017

Our sympathy goes out to you and all your family..May Ross find peace from the trials he endured.He can rest with Jesus. Bill and Mary Jo

March 14, 2017

Tamika Mack

I will miss you greatly Mr.Ross. I will never forget our long talks and laughter. Even on Saturday as you spoke but only a few words and our last laugh together you was strong. I enjoyed working for you and taking care of you. My heart is broken but I know you are in peace. You were my second father I will never forget you. You was a great man. R.I.P Mr.Rossie. (Boss man)

March 14, 2017

LaToya Bussell

R.I.P Mr. Rossy now you are in Jesus arms, My condolences to the family and friends you are all in my prayers.

March 14, 2017

Eddie Keach

My sympathy to you Beverly and family.

March 14, 2017

Aunt B, there are no words to lessen the magnitude of your grief in this difficult time. May your precious memories of 34 + years with Ross warm your heart. You, Wave, Ash and family will be in my prayers. Sending you love and my deepest sympathy. Margaret A. G.

March 13, 2017

Shirley Carroll Garner

Beverly, my heart is heavy for your loss. Ross was a good man and I know he will be greatly missed by you and all of the family. My deepest condolences dear cousin.

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