John “Bubba” Edward Armstrong, 62, of Fortson, GA passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2020 at his residence. A memorial service will be held at Vance Brooks Funeral Home, 4048 Macon Road, Columbus, GA on Saturday, August 22, 2020 beginning at 3 pm with Edmond G. Haines officiating. The family will receive friends Saturday, AugustContinue Reading
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John “Bubba” Edward Armstrong, 62, of Fortson, GA passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2020 at his residence. A memorial service will be held at Vance Brooks Funeral Home, 4048 Macon Road, Columbus, GA on Saturday, August 22, 2020 beginning at 3 pm with Edmond G. Haines officiating. The family will receive friends Saturday, August 22, 2020 at Vance Brooks Funeral Home from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm, two hours prior to the service.
Bubba was born on November 29, 1957 in Columbus, GA to the late John Henry Armstrong, Jr and Dorothy Marie Summers. He was employed for 24 years with the Muscogee County School District where he worked as a special education teacher at Cusseta Road Elementary. Bubba genuinely loved and cared for his students and always enjoyed taking them on the yearly field trips to Butts Mill Farm. His benevolent spirit extended beyond the classroom, which was evident in his decision to become a long-time member of the Salvation Army. Bubba’s hobbies included reading and working with plants; he was well known for having a green thumb. Bubba will be greatly missed by his family and friends, but his memory will forever live on in their hearts.
Other than his parents, Bubba is preceded in death by his grandparents, Mary P. Summers and Marvin E. Summers and his nephew, Anthony Todd Strickland.
Survivors include his spouse of 37 years, Robert Woodrow Jones, Jr.; daughter, Ansley Murphy and husband, Kevin, of Columbus, GA; sons, John Robert Armstrong of Fortson, GA, Jeremy Steven Armstrong and wife, Megan, of Cleveland, TN, and Joshua Paul Armstrong and wife, Gabrielle; sisters, Sharron Hirzel of Columbus, GA and Terrie Hill and husband, Kenneth, of Manchester, PA; seven grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Paws Humane, 4900 Milgen Rd, Columbus, GA 31907.
Emily Schott (Emma Grace Armstrong)
left a message on January 3, 2021:
I hated to hear of his passing I remember him briefly
Eddie Gordon
left a message on August 24, 2020:
Best teaching in the entire world and will be deeply missed and never forgotten.
Lydia Wilks Williams
left a message on August 22, 2020:
I'm gonna miss you nephew.
Love Aunt Lydia
Jeremy Williams and Family
left a message on August 22, 2020:
So sorry for your loss Bobby.
Debbie Dykes Kutulas
left a message on August 20, 2020:
Deepest sympathy
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Donna Hoerter
left a message on August 20, 2020:
I am so sorry Bobby my heart's breaks for you and your children .John was a great person and will be missed. I love you. Donna
Chance Williams
left a message on August 20, 2020:
Our condolences. So sorry for your loss.
Zina
left a message on August 19, 2020:
John will be truly missed. He was kind soul. I thoroughly enjoyed having him as a friend. I will miss his stories and the laughs we shared. My heart hurts so much for those of us who called him friend and for the family he loved so much. You are in my prayers, Bobby. He loved you dearly. Rest peacefully, my friend, until we meet again.
Sharron Hirzel
left a message on August 19, 2020:
My dearest Bubba you're the only brother I've ever had besides Bobby and although I'm the oldest last year you were the big brother I've always wanted you sat with me while Dale had brain surgery then you came and set with him while he was under hospice and you held my hand when I made his cremation Arrangements I don't know what I would have ever done without you and Bobby. I miss you but I will see you again I one love you Sharron
Sharron Hirzel
left a message on August 19, 2020:
Bubba you'll always be Bubba to me and I was always called Sam by you we gave each other our nicknames
John Robert Armstrong
left a message on August 19, 2020:
Love you dad, till we meet again
Wendy Mock
left a message on August 19, 2020:
My heart is with the family---Bobby--I always have you in my prayers---this journey will be difficult--walk with the Lord--he will take each difficult step with you--Trust in Him---so many great memories--we had so much fun at State Games---it was a blessing to know him--he will be missed---Sending hugs--
Wendy
Faith
left a message on August 18, 2020:
Until we meet again my friend
Faith Armstrong
left a message on August 18, 2020:
My Dearest FRIEND will miss you but you will always be in my heart. One of my favorite memories had just met you and we delivered thanksgiving baskets made you stop to help the old woman that fell down you did even though you said she was drunk. She told the cops you was taking care of her. Oh boy I was laughing so hard. I knew than you were a great person you would help anyone. I was so truly blessed when you came into my life. I wish I would of told you more that I was thankful for all you did for my boys. You were a great dad to them they have grown up to be good men because of you and Bobby. I LOVE YOU MY FRIEND WONT SAY GOOD BY ILL BE SEEING YOU IM SO BLESSED TO HAVE YOU IN MY LIFE LOVE BIG JOHN (BUBBA) as always Faith
Faith Armstrong
left a message on August 18, 2020:
My Dearest FRIEND will miss you but you will always be in my heart. One of my favorite memories had just met you and we delivered thanksgiving baskets made you stop to help the old woman that fell down you did even though you said she was drunk. She told the cops you was taking care of her. Oh boy I was laughing so hard. I knew than you were a great person you would help anyone. I was so truly blessed when you came into my life. I wish I would of told you more that I was thankful for all you did for my boys. You were a great dad to them they have grown up to be good men because of you and Bobby. I LOVE YOU MY FRIEND WONT SAY GOOD BY ILL BE SEEING YOU IM SO BLESSED TO HAVE YOU IN MY LIFE LOVE BIG JOHN (BUBBA) as always Faith
Ralph Crow
left a message on August 18, 2020:
In memory of John "Bubba" Edward Armstrong, Ralph Crow lit a candle
Ronnie Huff
left a message on August 18, 2020:
He will be missed.
Isabella broggi
left a message on August 18, 2020:
In memory of John "Bubba" Edward Armstrong, Isabella broggi lit a candle
Beth Christine
left a message on August 18, 2020:
Uncle Bubba you will be missed. Praying for our family in this sudden loss.
Rest in peace.
Love,
Beth
Elizabeth Long
left a message on August 18, 2020:
In memory of John "Bubba" Edward Armstrong, Elizabeth Long lit a candle
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Stella
left a message on August 18, 2020:
Rip
Melinda Shaver
left a message on August 18, 2020:
Prayers for you and your family, Gone but not forgotton
Brandy Hoak
left a message on August 18, 2020:
In memory of John "Bubba" Edward Armstrong, Brandy Hoak lit a candle
Alwanda Williams
left a message on August 18, 2020:
Praying strength and peace for the family as you travel along this journey. John was a great friend and coworker. He will forever be in my heart.
Brandy Armstrong
left a message on August 18, 2020:
In memory of John "Bubba" Edward Armstrong, Brandy Armstrong lit a candle
Tony P. Williams
left a message on August 18, 2020:
I hope you can rest with no pain now , and my blessings go out to your family .
Terri
left a message on August 18, 2020:
My most sincere condolences go out to the family. He was an outstanding man.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Emily Schott (Emma Grace Armstrong)
left a message on January 3, 2021:
I hated to hear of his passing I remember him briefly
Eddie Gordon
left a message on August 24, 2020:
Best teaching in the entire world and will be deeply missed and never forgotten.
Lydia Wilks Williams
left a message on August 22, 2020:
I'm gonna miss you nephew.
Love Aunt Lydia
Jeremy Williams and Family
left a message on August 22, 2020:
So sorry for your loss Bobby.
Debbie Dykes Kutulas
left a message on August 20, 2020:
Deepest sympathy
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Donna Hoerter
left a message on August 20, 2020:
I am so sorry Bobby my heart's breaks for you and your children .John was a great person and will be missed. I love you. Donna
Chance Williams
left a message on August 20, 2020:
Our condolences. So sorry for your loss.
Zina
left a message on August 19, 2020:
John will be truly missed. He was kind soul. I thoroughly enjoyed having him as a friend. I will miss his stories and the laughs we shared. My heart hurts so much for those of us who called him friend and for the family he loved so much. You are in my prayers, Bobby. He loved you dearly. Rest peacefully, my friend, until we meet again.
Sharron Hirzel
left a message on August 19, 2020:
My dearest Bubba you're the only brother I've ever had besides Bobby and although I'm the oldest last year you were the big brother I've always wanted you sat with me while Dale had brain surgery then you came and set with him while he was under hospice and you held my hand when I made his cremation Arrangements I don't know what I would have ever done without you and Bobby. I miss you but I will see you again I one love you Sharron
Sharron Hirzel
left a message on August 19, 2020:
Bubba you'll always be Bubba to me and I was always called Sam by you we gave each other our nicknames
John Robert Armstrong
left a message on August 19, 2020:
Love you dad, till we meet again
Wendy Mock
left a message on August 19, 2020:
My heart is with the family---Bobby--I always have you in my prayers---this journey will be difficult--walk with the Lord--he will take each difficult step with you--Trust in Him---so many great memories--we had so much fun at State Games---it was a blessing to know him--he will be missed---Sending hugs--
Wendy
Faith
left a message on August 18, 2020:
Until we meet again my friend
Faith Armstrong
left a message on August 18, 2020:
My Dearest FRIEND will miss you but you will always be in my heart. One of my favorite memories had just met you and we delivered thanksgiving baskets made you stop to help the old woman that fell down you did even though you said she was drunk. She told the cops you was taking care of her. Oh boy I was laughing so hard. I knew than you were a great person you would help anyone. I was so truly blessed when you came into my life. I wish I would of told you more that I was thankful for all you did for my boys. You were a great dad to them they have grown up to be good men because of you and Bobby. I LOVE YOU MY FRIEND WONT SAY GOOD BY ILL BE SEEING YOU IM SO BLESSED TO HAVE YOU IN MY LIFE LOVE BIG JOHN (BUBBA) as always Faith
Faith Armstrong
left a message on August 18, 2020:
My Dearest FRIEND will miss you but you will always be in my heart. One of my favorite memories had just met you and we delivered thanksgiving baskets made you stop to help the old woman that fell down you did even though you said she was drunk. She told the cops you was taking care of her. Oh boy I was laughing so hard. I knew than you were a great person you would help anyone. I was so truly blessed when you came into my life. I wish I would of told you more that I was thankful for all you did for my boys. You were a great dad to them they have grown up to be good men because of you and Bobby. I LOVE YOU MY FRIEND WONT SAY GOOD BY ILL BE SEEING YOU IM SO BLESSED TO HAVE YOU IN MY LIFE LOVE BIG JOHN (BUBBA) as always Faith
Ralph Crow
left a message on August 18, 2020:
In memory of John "Bubba" Edward Armstrong, Ralph Crow lit a candle
Ronnie Huff
left a message on August 18, 2020:
He will be missed.
Isabella broggi
left a message on August 18, 2020:
In memory of John "Bubba" Edward Armstrong, Isabella broggi lit a candle
Beth Christine
left a message on August 18, 2020:
Uncle Bubba you will be missed. Praying for our family in this sudden loss.
Rest in peace.
Love,
Beth
Elizabeth Long
left a message on August 18, 2020:
In memory of John "Bubba" Edward Armstrong, Elizabeth Long lit a candle
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Stella
left a message on August 18, 2020:
Rip
Melinda Shaver
left a message on August 18, 2020:
Prayers for you and your family, Gone but not forgotton
Brandy Hoak
left a message on August 18, 2020:
In memory of John "Bubba" Edward Armstrong, Brandy Hoak lit a candle
Alwanda Williams
left a message on August 18, 2020:
Praying strength and peace for the family as you travel along this journey. John was a great friend and coworker. He will forever be in my heart.
Brandy Armstrong
left a message on August 18, 2020:
In memory of John "Bubba" Edward Armstrong, Brandy Armstrong lit a candle
Tony P. Williams
left a message on August 18, 2020:
I hope you can rest with no pain now , and my blessings go out to your family .
Terri
left a message on August 18, 2020:
My most sincere condolences go out to the family. He was an outstanding man.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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