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Carl Armstrong

Passed 09/02/2022

Obituary For Carl Armstrong

Carl Vincent Armstrong was born on May 7, 1965, in York, South Carolina to Catherine Armstrong and the late William Armstrong. He transitioned this life on Friday, September 2, 2022.

He graduated from Clover High School and earned a degree in Automotive at York Technical College. He loved to do art, collect antique cars and to go to his grandson football games. He worked at Clover Middle School for twenty years. He was formerly employed by Ecosystems, Inc and by Industrial Fabricators. He was preceded in death by his father: William Armstrong, a sister: Darragh Wright; father-in-law: Willey McDowell and mother-in-law: Brenda Murrell.

He leaves to cherish his memories to his wife: Shannon McDowell Armstrong; stepchildren: Shanta McDowell, Brenda Hardin, Tony Jackson, Jr., Cassandra JacksonJohnson and Antonio Jackson; his mother: Catherine Armstrong; his sisters: Billie Ross (Glen) and Tiffany Burris (Eric); his brother: Scott Armstrong (Ajo’ke’); sisters-in-law: Angela Gardner, Ulrike McDowell, Arica Phillip, and Brenda Addison; brothers-in-law: Bradley Wilson and Wiley McDowell; thirteen grandchildren; special grandson: Lamagea’ McDowell and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Viewing at the funeral home on Wednesday; September 7, 2022 from 12:30 until 7

Funeral: Thursday; September 8, 2022 at Holy Jerusalem Life Changing Ministry-800 Shannon Bradley Road, Gastonia at 2:00 p.m.

Visitation is thirty minutes before the service at the church

Interment: Lakeview Memorial Gardens, York, SC

Masks are required at all services and funeral will be live on funeral home facebook page


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Vince will be greatly missed. Always loved seeing him and his mother at yard sales. He always had such a beautiful smile and was such a great guy! Thoughts and prayers are with his family.

To Mrs Tip and the entire Armstrong family I send my deepest condolences. As I used to walk to the gym bduring those Clover summer days I always remember passing your house and Mr. Bill and Vince would be working in the yard. Whether Vince was pushing or on the riding mower, he always waved with that radiant smiled. I am confident we can trust God with your care because He loves you all so! ...peace & blessings, Michael & Erica Sherer

Condolences to the Family!! His Mother's Twin🙏🙏

We want to offer condolences to the family on the passing of Vince. Watson Family

Love, cousin Sandy (NYC) ❤️ - last post

My dear Vince, I haven't seen you since we were much younger. I remember you driving aunt Tap's station wagon to grandma's house and thinking, "Wow you can drive that? I was impressed as a kid from NYC where parents always drove. I loved your quiet gentle soul and your infectious smile. You are already missed by so many. I love you Vince. Take you rest now & I'll see you again one day! ❤️

To my loving mother Shannon Armstrong I pray for comfort for our loving step dad is at peace, no more pain he is resting, we will all hold a special place in our hearts, love your daughter and his grandchildren Aaliyah and Ava~ Papa Vince will be missed

Rest In Peace, Vince. Your smile will add more to Heaven.

I am so very sorry to hear about Vince's passing. I was blessed to work with him at two different locations, the Community Cash and Clover Middle School. I will always have those fond memories of his sweet smile and contagious laugh. He will be greatly missed. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Our hearts go out to the entire family. Take solace in knowing that Vince is no longer in pain and that he has been reunited with his Dad and Sister! 🙏🏽 The Dulin Family

Vince was one of my classmates from the Class of 1983 he was always so nice even after high school I would see him he would always speak and have that smile on his face. He was truly a godly man. My thoughts and prayers are with his family in this time of sorrow.

Betty Jo Rhinehart Campbell

Vincent is such a grand figure in my most fond childhood memories. He is often in my thoughts and always in my heart. His warmth and kindness were impactful on my youth. My deepest condolences to all who are feeling this loss.

Love always. Ken Love & family

Vince was truly a sweet and humble individual. I was privileged to work with Vince at Community Cash. We enjoyed our time together. I remember the late Bill Turner telling me he was hesitant to hire Vince, because he didn't know if Vince could handle the work load. He said it didn't take long to realize that he was wrong about ole Vince. He wished he could have five more, just like him. Vince will always be a Clover Jewel in my book. We were all blessed for knowing him. See you again someday my friend. Oh, say hello to Mr. Bill Turner and Catfish. Tell'm Clover misses them too.

I worked with sweet Mr Vince for many years he was a good Godly man and I know he is at rest with the savior - I pray for peace for his family. Katie hagy

There are just no words adequate enough that can express my feelings. The memories invade my mind and I am grateful to have such fond memories. Take your rest, sweet Vince!! We LOVE you!! Sending my heartfelt condolences, love and endless hugs to my family. Love, Sandy, Morris, Kristian & Trey

"We are confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord." – 2 Corinthians 5:8 (NKJV).

Father God may you comfort the family of Bro. Carl "Vincent" Armstrong. Just thinking of all the wonderful, fond, and precious memories as we all grew up from children to adults traveling from one another's residences from Gastonia to Clover or Clover to Gastonia.

Reunions, family gatherings, food, relatives near and far and there's no family like our family, as we thought and believed.

It's hard to believe that you will no longer be here in the physical but, watching over us all from above with Uncle Bill and all the other family members that have gone before us.

You will truly be missed, VINCE, you take your rest.

Love you much, Cousin!!!

Alice Armstrong (Jackie) & Family

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Gregory Funeral Service | Gastonia, NC

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