Ronald N. Armstrong

November 17, 1932 - April 11, 2016

Ronald N. Armstrong of Mt. Pleasant formerly of Grand Ledge, Michigan passed away April 11, 2016. He was born November 17, 1932 in Grand Ledge to the late Ernest E. and Ivy M. (North) Armstrong. Ron was a 1950 Graduate of Grand Ledge High School and was a Korean War Veteran and served two tours in the Army. Ron Later worked at Oldsmobile as an office clerk. He then moved to Isabella County, Michigan and became a Park Ranger. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed writing poems and short stories. His stories were mostly about the outdoors and anecdotes related to his life experiences which usually contained many humorous events. Some poems were published in various journals. His other passions were taking care of his cats, helping neighbors and eating buffets at the Ponderosa Restaurant. The family would like to thank the staff of Hospice House of Mid-Michigan for the excellent care and support they provided for Ron and his family. He is survived by children, Penny M. (Duane) Laney, Richard R. (Deborah), Catherine J. and Barry A. Armstrong; 8 grandchildren; siblings, Marty (Gail) Shoemaker, Bonnie L. Davison, Douglas D. and Mike E. Armstrong. Ron was preceded in death by brother, Gilbert M. Armstrong. A graveside service with military honors will be held Friday, April 15, 2016, 1:00pm at Oakwood Cemetery, Grand Ledge. Memorial contributions may be given to the Isabella County Parks, 200 N. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858. Arrangements by the Holihan-Atkin-Barclay Funeral Home, Grand Ledge.