Arthur DeWitt Armstrong

November 17, 1930 - October 31, 2024

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Massapequa Funeral Home, South Chapel

4980 Merrick Road

Massapequa Park, NY 11762

516-882-8200 |

Wednesday 11/6, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Massapequa Funeral Home, South Chapel

4980 Merrick Road

Massapequa Park, NY 11762

516-882-8200 |

Wednesday 11/6, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

service

Reformed Church of Massapequa

302 Ocean Ave.

Massapequa , New York 11758

Thursday 11/7, 10:00 am

cemetery

Pinelawn Memorial Park

2030 Wellwood Ave

Farmingdale, NY 11735

(631) 249-6100 |

Thursday 11/7

Armstrong, Arthur DeWitt

Born November 17, 1930, he died quietly October 31, 2024 after powering through many health challenges without complaint. After the death of his wife, Myrill “Betty” Elizabeth Pellette, of 68 years in May 2020, he continued to be a devoted father to his daughter, Myrill Elise Armstrong Solaski (Paul), and vibrant grandfather “Poppy” to his four grandchildren: Myrill Jean (Farid Rener), Ariel Elizabeth (Daniel Liebowitz), Robert Arthur, and Lorienne Elysia. Poppy also loved to spend time with his great grandchildren: (Myrill) Leila, Windsor, Eden, and Ruby.

Growing up in Brooklyn, he was an active member of the historical Flatlands Dutch Reform Church, where he met Betty. As newlyweds, they moved to Massapequa in 1952. Together they were charter members of the Massapequa Reform Church. Arthur served as a Deacon, Elder, Property Commission Chair, Youth Group Advisor, Friend of the Nursery School, and a daily worker and presence at the church he loved. He loved and was loved by his church family, nieces & nephews, co-workers, neighbors, and pretty much everyone he knew or met.

Arthur was a proud United States Navy Veteran (Kiowa ATF72). He began his work career as a model maker and later earned a mechanical engineering degree at SUNY Farmingdale. He enjoyed a long career as a dedicated Hazeltine electronics employee.

Arthur loved golf, model railroading, fishing, clamming, and creating. After building his own workshop, he could imagine, design, and build anything out of metal or wood.

Visitation will take place at the Massapequa Funeral Home South on Wednesday November 6th from 2-4PM and 7-9PM. A funeral service will be held on Thursday November 7th at 10AM at the Massapequa Reformed Church followed by graveside prayers at Pinelawn Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, please make any donations to our Veterans and/or the Massapequa Reformed Church.

Massapequa Funeral Home

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Massapequa Funeral Home, South Chapel

4980 Merrick Road

Massapequa Park, NY 11762

516-882-8200 | Map

Wednesday 11/6, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Massapequa Funeral Home, South Chapel

4980 Merrick Road

Massapequa Park, NY 11762

516-882-8200 | Map

Wednesday 11/6, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Reformed Church of Massapequa

302 Ocean Ave.

Massapequa , New York 11758

Map

Thursday 11/7, 10:00 am

Pinelawn Memorial Park

2030 Wellwood Ave

Farmingdale, NY 11735

(631) 249-6100 | Map

Thursday 11/7

Armstrong, Arthur DeWitt Born November 17, 1930, he died quietly October 31, 2024 after powering through many health challenges without complaint. After the death of his wife, Myrill “Betty” Elizabeth Pellette, of 68 years in May 2020, he continued to be a devoted father to his daughter, Myrill Elise Armstrong Solaski (Paul), and vibrant grandfatherContinue Reading

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My deepest condolences to the entire Solaski Family, especially Mryrill. I never had the chance to meet your dad, but he will live on at the Biasi residence. We hope to enjoy many years of children enjoying the beautifully crafted rocking horse that my family acquired serendipitously. Love & prayers to all.

My sincere. condolences to all the family. Myrill and Paul, you have been amazing carers.

Dear Armstrong Family, I send my deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved Arthur who was my lifelong friend Artie. Some of my most cherished memories include Artie We shared many fun times in our younger years and great conversations in our later years as well. His friendship has been a blessing in my life.I know he is up above reunited with Betty in paradise. Please know that will remain in my thoughts and prayers Rest in Peace Artie Until we meet again With love Joe McManus

I'll always remember Poppy and Paul coming down and helping repair my house after Katrina. (They did do some golfing and site seeing too.) He always seemed to enjoy interacting with my sons and grandson when we came to visit. He always had a smile. We'll miss that.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.