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KEITH D. ARMSTRONG
Born: Apr 11, 1936
Date of Passing: Jan 16, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryKEITH D. ARMSTRONG April 11, 1936 - January 6, 2017 Keith passed away in Phoenix, Arizona after suffering a stroke. Coupled with Parkinson's disease, the infirmities were too great. Keith is survived by his devoted wife of close to 60 years, Iris; their children, Carol Elias (Oahu, HI), Douglas Armstrong (Winnipeg) and Jill Armstrong (Calgary); his grandchildren, Sarah, Keith, Rachel and Kevan Elias and their father Monte; Kyle, Jessica (great-grandson Jaxon) and Mitchell Armstrong and their mother Evelyn; Karl Armstrong and Stephanie Brown (Ryan); Keith's sister Jean Swift (Glen). He was predeceased by his parents, E. A. (Eddie) and Beatrice Armstrong, and granddaughter Bella Elias. Keith spent the majority of his working life with Great West Life in Winnipeg, first in Public Relations followed by Group and Individual Sales where he became the first Manager of Selectpac. Keith and Iris were long time members of Niakwa Golf Club. He served as President of the Manitoba Golf Association and Chair of the Manitoba Open. The golf and curling prowess of Iris and Doug were whole-heartedly supported by Keith as were all the athletic activities of his grandchildren. He was a past member of the Board of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers; supporter of the Winnipeg Jets and Goldeyes. For the past many years Keith and Iris wintered in Mesa, Arizona; residing in the Leisure World community, where they enjoyed the company of many new friends as well long time Winnipeg friends. He will be greatly missed by all. Service will be held later this summer. Donations may be made to the Manitoba Parkinson's Society.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 21, 2017
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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My sincere condolences to the family. May all the great memories help ease the pain. Keith will be remembered as kind man who everyone respected and loved. Rest in peace. Hugs to the family. Love Anita Motyer - Posted by: Anita Motyer (Friend) on: Feb 01, 2017
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Hi Iris, Elaine and I want to extend our deepest condolences to you and your family, we know he will be sadly missed by every one. See you in the spring. Gerry and Elaine - Posted by: Gerald Bentley (Friend) on: Jan 23, 2017
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To Iris and family......I am very sorry to hear of Keith's passing. He was a great supporter to Iris and Doug in their curling endeavours. Iris, you were very fortunate to have Keith as your life long partner. You shared many special moments and events together. I am very grateful to have spent a small part of your journey together. Sincerely, Cathy Shaw - Posted by: Cathy Shaw (Friend) on: Jan 22, 2017
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Sincere sympathy and condolences to Doug and your family on the loss of your Dad. I had the pleasure to know your Dad from my days at Great West Life and he was a wonderful, friendly man to everyone who had the pleasure to meet him. Cherish and treasure all the happy memories of Dad at this most difficult time. Bev and I send warm hugs to you Doug, your siblings and your families. - Posted by: Brent and Bev Mackie (friend) on: Jan 22, 2017