Grace Armstrong

October 26, 1946 – January 17, 2023

Grace Armstrong passed away peacefully in Stockton, California on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones.  She was 76 years old.

She was a resident of Stockton for over 58 years.  She attended San Joaquin Delta College.

Grace was the beloved wife of over 45 years to her soulmate Robert Armstrong of Stockton; the loving mother of Priscilla Louie of Boston, Massachusetts; caring stepmother of Pamela (Dwayne) Wilkinson, Wade (Denise) Armstrong, Melinda (Roger) Keener, and Darcie (Vincent) Garcia, all of Stockton; dedicated sister to Frank (Kwai Fun) Lam of Stockton, Sam (Frances) Lam of Stockton, John (Susan) Lam of Elk Grove.  She was a doting aunt, great-aunt, and grandmother to many.

A retiree of Hormel Foods, where she worked for over 36 years with a perfect attendance record, Grace won many company accolades, including numerous Employee of the Month Awards and two Hall of Fame Awards. Grace enjoyed gardening, especially in her backyard where she had magnificent trees of pomegranates, tangerines, oranges, lemons, limons, and so much more. 

Grace was known for her warmth and hospitality.  There was a feeling of welcome to be enjoyed at her home.  She was a thoughtful and kind person who was frequently relied on by her loved ones in time of need.   She liked photography, dim sum, international cuisine, tai chi, and traveling around the world, especially cruises where she made lifelong friends.  Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.  A great cook, Grace loved hosting dinners, parties, and holiday get-togethers. 

For all of us who loved Grace, a bright light has gone out in our lives.  This enchanting and caring lady will be missed by many.

Grace was preceded in death by her parents and a younger brother Yuk Wing Lam.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Grace’s memory to the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center, Health Sciences Development, 4900 Broadway, Suite 1150, Sacramento, CA 95820.

SERVICES:

Family and friends are welcome to the viewing between 4:00PM and 7:00PM on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 14165 Beckman Road, Lodi, CA 95240. 

The memorial service will be on Saturday, February 18, 2023 from 1pm to 3:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 14165 Beckman Road, Lodi, CA 95240