David Armstrong, 78, passed away on July 14, 2022 and is now at home with the Lord. He passed peacefully surrounded by his loved ones. Services will be conducted at 1:00 PM Saturday, July 23, 2022 at the Open Air Chapel in Evergreen Cemetery. Family will receive friends on Friday, July 22, 2022 from 7:00 PM till 8:30 PM at Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home.
David was born in Paris, TX to Artie and Eula Mae Armstrong on April 10, 1944. After graduating from Paris High School, he worked at Frank Council’s Market and Campbell’s Soup to put himself through college. David graduated from East Texas State University in 1967.
Shortly after his graduation, David received his draft notice and entered the U.S. Army. He served as a combat medic in Vietnam.
After his service, David became a teacher, eventually retiring after more than 35 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents Artie and Eula Mae Armstrong, his wife Pamela Armstrong, his brothers Robert and Jack Armstrong, and his son-in-law Joel Ereman.
He is survived by his children Andrea Ereman and Marcus Armstrong and other dear family.
Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.fry-gibbs.com
