Joseph S. Armstrong
January 03, 1948 - June 08, 2026
Visitation: Thursday, June 18, 2026, 2-4, 6-8 pm; Devlin Funeral Home, North Hills
Service: Friday, June 19, 2026, 10 am; Christ Our Savior Parish, St. Peter's Church
Joseph S. Armstrong
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, uncle, friend and teacher, Joseph S. Armstrong, who passed away on June 8, 2026.
Joe was born on January 3, 1948, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to the late Joseph and Margaret Ann Armstrong. He grew up in West View and later made his home in Valencia.
A proud graduate of North Catholic High School and Duquesne University, Joe dedicated his life to education. He began his teaching career at St. Peter’s Catholic School while also working part-time at Sears, and went on to enjoy many years as a respected educator before retiring from the North Hills School District. His passion for teaching, attention to detail, and commitment to his students left a lasting impression on countless young lives.
Sports were one of Joe’s great loves. He served as a baseball umpire, kept score for the North Hills High School volleyball team, and spent many enjoyable hours on the golf course, A devoted Pittsburgh Penguins fan, Joe rarely missed the opportunity to cheer on his favorite team. He also treasured the friendships he built through the many groups and activities he enjoyed throughout his life.
Joe is survived by his brother, Jeffrey Armstrong, and Jeffrey’s wife, Linda.
He was a devoted and loving uncle to Nicole Kladny and her husband, Nick, and Bobby Armstrong and his fiance’e, Maddy. He was preceded in death by his brother, Fr. James Armstrong.
Those who knew Joe will remember a man with a heart of gold. He was often the first to offer help, encouragement, or support to family, friends, neighbors, and former students. His kindness, generosity, quick smile, and genuine concern for others touched many lives and will never be forgotten.
Family and friends will be received on Thursday, June 18, from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m.
at Devlin Funeral Home, 806 Perry Highway, Pittsburgh, PA 15229
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 19, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Peter’s Church on Pittsburgh’s North Side, officiated by Father Ken Marlovits.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to your favorite charity in Joe’s memory.
He would have appreciated that gesture of kindness.
And finally, Joe, if you’re reading this from Heaven, please resist the urge to make corrections and have us start over. Once a teacher, always a teacher.
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