Obituary of Dr. David Thomas Armstrong

Peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospice on Monday, August 1st, 2016, with family by his side, Dr. David Thomas Armstrong of London and formerly of Adelaide, Australia, in his 87th year. Husband of the late Catherine Downey-Armstrong (2012). Loving Dad of David (Wendy) Armstrong of Stouffville, Susan (Warren) Lindsay of London, and Meredith (Jeff) Biehn also of London. Dear step-father of Georgina, Fiona (Roel), and Sophie, all of Australia. Loving brother of Hugh Armstrong of Calgary, Donald (Pam) Armstrong of Kinburn, and the late Mary (Bill) Carss of Arnprior. Proud ‘Papa’ and Grandpa to Tori (Ben) Bartosik, Melissa, Chris (Bianca) and Rob Armstrong, Megan (Luke) Mann, Scott and Ryan Lindsay, Leanna and Olivia Biehn, and Molly Haitjema. Great-grandpa to Zosia and Gabriela Bartosik. Missed also by his dear friend and first wife, Carolyn Armstrong. David was a world-renowned research scientist in reproductive physiology. He inspired and mentored many at Western University, London, and The University of Adelaide in Australia. Cremation has taken place. The memorial service will be held at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Wednesday, August 10th, 2016 at 11:00 a.m., with visitation one hour prior. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of David are asked to consider St. Joseph’s Hospice or make a blood donation to Canadian Blood Services.