George “Norman” Armstrong, 91, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2019 surrounded by his family who love him dearly.
Norm was born in Oakland, Calif. on Jan. 21, 1928 to Archibald and Irma “Lucie.” He attended the University of California, Berkeley where he studied business administration and accounting. In 1946, after one semester at Cal, Norm selflessly enrolled in the Army and joined the Air Corps.
Shortly after his return to school, he met the love of his life Burnice Denton, who he was
married to for nearly 70 years. In 1960, they moved to Phoenix where they raised their son Cord.
Norm had a long and successful career as a certified public accountant in Phoenix. He, along with his partner Archie Walker, co-founded their own firm, Walker & Armstrong in 1971. The business still thrives today.
Norm loved Arizona and being the handyman he was, built a cabin in Munds Park that would
become the Armstrong family’s favorite oasis.
Whether for advice, a helpful hand or a good laugh, Norm was so many people’s go-to guy. He will be remembered fondly. He is survived by his wife Burnice, his son Cord, his daughter-in-law Barbara and his grandchildren Brent and Alejandra.
Manuel Lagunas Jr
May 15, 2019 at 12:24 pmCord, my deepest condolences to you and your family. I have nothing but happy memories of your father. He was a wonderful and funny man. Just cherish the memories of times you have of him.
Sarah Hudelson
May 17, 2019 at 5:02 pmTo Burn and the family, I was so saddened to hear of Norm’s death. I so enjoyed getting to know him on Palm Lane. I found him to be highly intelligent, quick witted, very funny, with a rascally sense of humor. I loved the story of your romance with Norm, Burn, and the fact that your love story continued for almost seventy years. Thanks for sharing him with the Palm Lane HOA Community for so many years.
You are in my thoughts and my heart.
Linda Walker
July 2, 2019 at 11:45 amMy sincere condolences. I am happy that you all enjoyed so many years with Norm. Archie has been gone for 10+ years now and I well remember how much Walker & Armstrong meant to him.