Clair Armstrong

Join us 3:00 pm June 15, 2025 at Tahoma National Cemetery as we celebrate the life of Clair Armstrong, born in 1931, passing November 2024.

Clair attended Broadway High School and graduated from Garfield High School. He joined the Navy, fighting in the Korean War, serving as a Electronics Technician First Class, and earning 3 medals during his time of service. Clair left the Navy in 1955, and a few days later married his wife, Ruth. He attended the University of Washington, obtaining his BA in Electrical Engineering, and worked 37 years at Boeing on a variety of projects. Clair enjoyed classical music, local football, and Sounders soccer. He volunteered for Boy Scouts, and youth soccer, serving as a volunteer referee.

Clair is preceded in death by his sister; his youngest son; and his wife, Ruth. He is survived by his oldest son, 2 daughters; and a grandson.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to King FM in Clair's honor.

Arrangements Entrusted to Emmick Family Funeral Home of West Seattle