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Mr. Ray Armstrong, Jr.

Passed 06/21/2023

Obituary For Mr. Ray Armstrong, Jr.

Mr. Ray Armstrong, Jr. was born in High Point, NC, on April 2, 1956, to Mattie Armstrong East and the late Ray Shaw Armstrong, Sr.; In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Ray Hart, Charles Armstrong, Donald Armstrong and Michael Armstrong; one sister, Jennie Mae; brother-in-law, Ernell Davis; one niece, Cheryl Armstrong.

Ray attended High Point Central High School. He was employed as a Custodian for Food Lion, High Point, NC.

Known for his gregarious personality, Ray was a fun, loving, and caring person and had a big smile that would light up a room. He enjoyed hanging out with his friends and spending quality time with his family. In his leisure time, he enjoyed fishing and the sweepstakes.

He leaves to cherish his memories; his mother, Mattie Armstrong East; son, Timothy Crouch; sisters, Lavern Steed, Melinda Armstrong, Cynthia Walden, Patricia Davis, and one brother, Marvin Armstrong, all of High Point, NC; a very special friend, Mary Champion of the home; best friend and cousin, Leroy Ingram of High Point, NC; and a host of nieces, nephews, other cousins, and friends.

Funeral service will be held Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at 12:30 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Service, Inc. The family will receive friends at the chapel from 12:00 p.m. until 12:30 p.m.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.


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elizabeth freeman sent Sweet Moments for Mr. Ray Armstrong, Jr. - June 26, 2023

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Tanika Smith sent Ocean Breeze Spray for Mr. Ray Armstrong, Jr. - June 26, 2023

May God's grace give you strength and comfort during this difficult time.

Charles, Tanika, Ryan and Chayse

Saddened to hear of the transitioning of my good friend from years past. He was such a sweetheart and no matter what, always had my back. I can still see those Dimples and that twinkle in your eyes when we were laughing, which was often "Tank". I will hold those memories close in my Heart. My Prayers are of Comfort to the Family, Mary,Fr'amily, and Friends whose lives were touched by his physical presence. Rest PeacefullyπŸ’– Mercedes "Mercy" Murchison

My condolences to the Armstrong family; may God grant you peace and comfort during this time of bereavement. Janice Stevenson Robbins Be Blessed Always!!

Dearest Armstrong Family, I love you, each and every one. And ever since I received the news that Mr. Ray Armstrong no longer walks among us, I have been earnestly praying for you all. May the Lord encompass you all, family and friends, in His Loving Arms of Grace and may you feel...truly feel the comfort that Only our Heavenly Father can give.

Love and Peace from Melanie B. Jones, Kelly Denise, & the Boyd Family

Sending prayers to the Armstrong family.Our deepest condolences.The Anderson Family

Sending prayers to Tina Williams and family our deepest condolences from the Akzo Nobel Family

To the Armstrong Family, God's love and mercy will give you peace, comfort and understanding during today and beyond. We will always keep you in our thoughts and prayers. The McCullough Family.

Sorry for your loss. Continued prayers for the Armstrong family. Ron McCall Valdosta GA

Sending my heart felt deepest sympathy to the Ray Armstrong Jr family. I'm glad I had a change to get to know you before transition to your new home. You was always quite unless I said something to you. Rest easy . Brenda Graham & family

Sending condolences to the Armstrong family during this time also keeping you all in my prayers!! Janet Hill Graham

To be absent from the body is to be present with the lord, may God give you and your family comfort in this time.... Praying Strength

Angie ,Courtlend and Cameron

I thank God for sending Ray to be a supportive companion to my mom, Mary, over these past 9 years. He will be missed on this side but to be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord. To the family, may the God of all comfort keep each of you during this time.

" Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted" - Matthew 5:4

Charles, Tanika, Ryan and Chayse Bowie, Maryland

Sympathy notes

Armstrong Family ,During your time of sorrow we send you our love, prayers and strength. It's never easy to lose someone you love dearly but it's easier to remember the life and joy you shared. A wonderful person gone too soon.

Williams Family

My condolences to Ray's family and friends. I had the privilege of working with Mr. Ray at Food Lion. He was a blessing and will surely be missed.

My condolences to Ray's family and friends. I had the privilege of working with Mr. Ray at Food Lion. He was a blessing and will surely be missed.

Good Evening to My Mother and the Armstrong family .. I'm Nichole to My Uncle Ray Jr ..He was the uncle that everyone loved ..He love people and had a smile to die for.Missing you I'm praying for this family as for day's to come and always.Just to say a word to our family the Adam's family my uncle loved you all.. I'm going to miss hearing him at Christmas singing the Bass part of Silent Night ..Him and Hank had that Bass voice ..Love u my Uncle until me meet again ...Tina Nichole Walden.

Cynthia,We are so saddened to hear of your brother passing.He was a great man,and we never forget his infectious smile.Please let us know if there anything you need..From Minnie's Flower Shop and Friends

Sending my condolences and many prayers to my family. I'm going to miss having the family catch up conversations when we see each other in Food Lion. You can now R.I.P. Your cousin, Rhonda Sawyer

Rest in peace Dock.Dock we will always miss you, and you always have a place in our hearts.Deeply sorry and saddened by the demise of you.Death is something inevitable.May God give us the strength to deal with loss of you..Rest Easy Unk....From nephew Brian Armstrong

To Vern and the Armstrong family. Sending lots of love and prayers to you all doing this time of sadness. May the comfort of God be with you. Our families will always be connected, and Tank with be missed. Tammie Steele Warren

My thoughts and prayers are with you family during this time. I wanted to offer my condolences to let you know I'm thinking of you. Love cousin Tina

I'm Cynthia Geraldine Armstrong Walden .He calls me Geraldine

Sending Condolences to my family ! My Best friend and Brother .. I'm Geraldine , Geraldine to my brother he loved me and I loved him.. My brother left me without saying good goodbye to me.Missing my brother is a very hard pill to swallow.. I have my cousin Gwen to call me Geraldine .He would tell me when I'm looking good to him he would tell me Geraldine your car is dirty that's not you ..To know my brother is to know he don't like a dirty car..When he would get a new lady he would ask me what I think about dating her ..of course Geraldine had a answer .My opinion didn't never count I really didn't know why he asked. Saying you love a person to me is showing and saying it comes last ..Family love One another because you will never know when it will be your time ..Saying goodbye at a funeral and the person can't say nothing is a hurting thing ..Ray Jr don't worry about me The Lord got Me .love you my brother my friend . Geraldine .

Some times words are just not enough. This is one of those things. To our Family the Armstrongs. Tank was really Family, where ever we were gathered together my brother Tank would always show up and he was always Welcome. I don't come that way a lot but I always looked to see my brother Tank. He will be missed but remembered always. In loving memories,Rick Adams

My sincere condolences go out to the Armstrong Family in time of bereavement. It truly saddens my heart, that you are no longer with us.Ray was a meek & humble man; who diligently took time in serving others.I especially thank him for being that "special someone" in my sister Mary Champion's life. He highly regarded me as his sister-in-law, and I respected that. He often asked me, "You got anything sweet down there"? I enjoyed satisfying his "sweet tooth", by baking cakes & pies.Ray worked & served at Becky & Mary Cafe; then went on to work at Food Lion on N.Main Street. He had a impeccable smile & always greeted one with it.Ray will be missed for sure. Thank you Mr. Ray Armstrong Jr. for just being you, a man who didn't mind being a "Giver". (Time & services) a workman that needed not to be ashamed. Your sincereness will never be forgotten. May you Rest in Peace Mr. Ray Armstrong Jr. "To be absent from the body; is to be present with the Lord". ( 2 Corinthians 5:8). With Love, Viola Gates.

Sending sincere prayers and condolences to my Armstrong Family our 1st cousin Tank was always around the Adams Family as one of the Brothers...although a cousin he fit right in at all our functions growing up and as older adults.. RIP Cousin

JoAnne Adams Bobbitt Dallas TX

Praying for the Armstrong Family From the Witherspoon Family and the Rorie Family πŸ’”πŸ˜­ Praying for you Stacy Lou Lou And the Immediate Family πŸ’“πŸ‡πŸ™πŸŒΉπŸŒˆπŸ’

Sending my Condolences and Prayers to Each and Everyone of the Armstrong Family and Friends for the Loss of your Family. Continue to rest in Peace πŸ•ŠοΈπŸ•ŠοΈπŸ•ŠοΈπŸ•ŠοΈ and please stay Strong Love Ms Sheila Pittman and the GaIney Family

Sincere condolences to Laverne and the Armstrong family. May God's supernatural power comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time.

God Bless, Teresa F. Robertson Class of 73

My sincere condolences to Mr.Ray Armstrong, Sr. and the late Mrs. Viola Thompson's family.Ray, Jr's father and grandmother worked with my father and they were family friends. May our Eternal Master continue to give you peace during your greviencing. Jeannette Ferguson Porter/ W-S,NC

Sending prayers and condolences to the family love always Rosa Linton Ervin

Uncle Tank This Was A Shocker To Me... But I Know That GOD Don't Make No Mistakes... Get Your Rest Now... LOVE ALWAYS AND FOREVER YOUR FATCAT aka Stacy JohnsonπŸ˜°πŸ’”

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

Phillips Funeral Service, Inc. | High Point, NC

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