Thursday, September 17, 2009

Carleen Armstrong passes away

I received the following note from Jim this morning, and am publishing it here as I know many people have had her in their thoughts since word broke about her illness.

"It is with our deepest sorrow and regret that we inform you of Carleen's passing tonight. She fought a courageous battle against Cancer to the very end. We will miss her dearly.

Arrangements will be decided shortly. We know your thoughts and prayers are with us."

Carleen was a great supporter of wheelchair curling and made an appearance in this short documentary.

10 comments:

Michael Alberg said...

Our deepest regrets Jim.

Michael & Norma Alberg
(Manitoba)

Anonymous said...

A fine lady with a tremendous family. She will be missed

Anonymous said...

This is a very special family. I have had the pleasure of knowing them, although not as close as I woukld like, for over 15 years.

Their parties at their home were legend.......sometimes as many as 150 people......their kids were the biggest priority to jim, and particularly Carleen. Jim and Carleen fed off each other in an extraordinary way that just seemed to work so well.

Our prayers are with Carleen, Jim, and family

Wayne Ficek said...

Thinking of you and your family in our prayers.


Wayne and Darci Ficek
Kenora Ontario

Anonymous said...

Our most sincere thoughts are with Jim and family

Anonymous said...

Jim and Family

Please accept my deepest condolences.

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.

Collinda Joseph
Ottawa

Tingmeso said...

My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family Jim.
Ernie Comerford
London

Anonymous said...

OUR SPORT HAS LOST A GREAT FAN AND ADVOCATE.

MAY THE ARMSTRONG FAMILY FIND SOME COMFORT IN THE BEST WISHES OF THIS SITE.

Bruce Cameron said...

Jim and Family

On behalf of all the members of the Capital Wheelchair Curling Club we offer our sincerest condolences at this most difficult time.

Bruce Cameron
Ottawa

Jacqui Kapinowski said...

Dear Jim & Family,

Very sadden to hear about the loss of Carleen. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Wishing you all the best in this difficult time.

Jacqui & Harry Kapinowski
Team USA