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Elsie Armstrong

May 4, 1943 ~ January 30, 2024

Elsie M. Armstrong, 80, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at Crestview Specialty Care in West Branch, Iowa. Funeral Services: 10:30 a.m. on Monday, February 5, 2024, at Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Cedar Rapids, with burial to follow at Oak Shade Cemetery. Visitation: 5-7 p.m. on Sunday, February 4, 2024, at the funeral home. Those unable to attend are invited to watch the service via livestream. Please find the livestream link on Elsie's Tribute Wall. Elsie was born on May 4, 1943, in Cedar Rapids, the daughter of Marvin E Wilson and Lois M Andrews. She was married to Robert on March 20, 1982, in Cedar Rapids.She worked at Living Center West and West Ridge Care Center for several years as a Dietary Supervisor. Elsie then worked at Meth-Wick Arbor Place as a CNA/Universal Worker until she retired. Elsie enjoyed family gatherings, crocheting baby blankets for all her new grandbabies, and baking Christmas cookies and candies for all the families to enjoy. She was a huge Elvis fan and loved her family more than anything. She is survived by her children, Richard Armstrong of Cedar Rapids, Jody Thompson of Cedar Rapids, Jeff (Brooke) Armstrong of Cedar Rapids, Joe (Lynn) Armstrong of Vinton, David Armstrong of Texas, Michael (Jamie) Armstrong of Newhall; two sisters, Lois Ann Algueseva of Arizona, and Judy Kay Capper of Cedar Rapids. She has a total of 100 grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Elsie was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Joe; twin brothers, Donny and Bobby; sister, Dianna; son-in-law, Greg; and four grandchildren, Johnathan, Joseph, Savannah, and Wade. Elsie's family would like to thank all the staff at Crestview Specialty Care in West Branch and Care Initiatives Hospice staff for their care and love for our mom during her stay there.

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  1. We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services – Cedar Rapids

  2. Elsie and I worked together for a number of years. I also remember her fondly. She was a gentle, thoughtful soul. My deepest sympathy to the family.
    Shirley Miller

  3. I worked with Elsie during her time at MethWick. She was a wonderful caregiver and coworker – always sharing her beautiful smile. My sympathies to all her family.

  4. Sympathy to Elsie’s family. May the memories you hear about her ease your grief. I remember her so fondly as a wonderful caregiver to my mom (Teddy) at Arbor Place for 7 years. Genuine care and concern were definitely her skills. 🙏🏻


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