S. Natalie Armstrong

GORHAM — S. Natalie Armstrong, 74, died Saturday, June 18, 2016, at her home in Gorham.

She was born Jan. 4, 1942, in Gorham, a daughter of Clarence and Ida (Cousens) James.

Natalie grew up in Gorham and attended local schools. She had a great work ethic and enjoyed careers at Graybar Electric, W.T. Grants, Sylvania, Fairchild, and Unum, from where she retired in 1998. She enjoyed painting, bowling, beano, casinos, dancing and crocheting. Natalie was also a member of the fraternal order of Eagles and Elks Lodge #188.

In addition to her parents, Natalie was predeceased by her husband of 52 years. Lester Armstrong; sister Carol Plummer; brothers, Clarence James Jr. and Edward James; and a granddaughter.

She is survived by her children, Brent Armstrong of Greene, Todd Armstrong of Naples, Holly Sirois of New Hampshire, and Carissa Bucklin of Florida; 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and her sister, Barbara Nevers.

Natalie will be laid to rest with a private graveside service at Hillside Cemetery, Gorham. To express condolences or participate in Natalie’s online tribute visit www.dolbyfuneralchapels.com

Those wishing to remember her may make gifts in her name to: Hospice of Southern Maine, 180 U.S. Route 1, Suite 1, Scarborough, ME 04074.