Armstrong, James J. of Marshfield, formerly of Dorchester, August 17, 2012 at the age of 84. Beloved husband of the late Valerie H. (Covell) Armstrong. Loving father of James Armstrong and his wife Laurie of Hanson, Paul Armstrong and his wife Jill of Marshfield, Peter Armstrong and his wife Kim of Marshfield and Andrea Downey and her husband Robert Jr. of Marshfield. Loving grandfather of Caroline, Kelly, Chris, Whitney, Paul “PJ”, Nathan, Lindsey and Matt Armstrong and Valerie and Andrew Downey. Dear brother of Robert Armstrong of Texas and George Armstrong of New Hampshire. Son of the late James and Helen (Regan) Armstrong. James was a long time resident of Marshfield. He worked as a truck driver for Teamsters. James served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He was a member of the Marshfield VFW and American Legion. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Christine’s Church,1295 Main St. Rte. 3A, Marshfield on Saturday, August 25 at 9:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers contributions in James’ memory may be made to the VFW Post 8345, 655 Main St., Marshfield, MA 02050 or the MSPCA, 350 South Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02130.