James P. Armstead, 89, of Cross Lanes went to be with the Lord on September 20, 2026, in Hubbard Hospice House after a short illness.
He was born September 2, 1937, the son of Carl and Addie Armstead. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years Pansy, and several brothers and sisters.
James was retired from Sears Robuck Automotive after 36 ½ of service. He was a US Army veteran. A loving father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend that will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Left to cherish her memory are his sons, Carl " Corky" (Charlene) and Mark Armstead; grandchildren, Amber and Brittany; and great-grandchildren, Austin, Carlee, Bentley, Damon, Adrian, Kamille, and Josh, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Celebration of James’s life will be 1:00 P.M. Friday, September 25, 2026, at Tyler Mt. Funeral Home with Pastor Mayford Witt officiating. Burial will follow in Tyler Mt. Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes with Military Graveside Rites conducted by St Albans VFW Post 6418 and American Legion Post 73.
Gathering of family and friends will be from noon until time of service at the funeral home.
Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.tylermountainfuneralhome.com
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