ARMSTRONG, David Edward – 75, Truro. With great sadness, we announce the passing of David Edward Armstrong, on Thursday, February 19, 2015, at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Truro, he was the son of the late Charlie and Annie (Hayman) Armstrong. David is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Tillie; son, Scott (Tammy); daughters, Anne Armstrong (Kevin Fraser), Sarah (Glen) Terfry, Martha (Winston) Brown; brother, Charles “Skip” (Patricia); cousins, Bunny Hayman, Mary Walsh, Jean Caldwell, Marg Wiechie, Janet Dudones; several special nieces and nephews. He was the loving grandfather to Matthew, Brooklyn, Thomas, Alicia, Allie, Jared, Caitlyn and Alicia. A graduate of Acadia University (’60), he was a successful businessman, serving as Vice-President and President of the family business, C.D. Armstrong Insurance Ltd. for 50 years, retiring in May 2014. He was a well-known and respected member of the community and served as Chairman of the local YMCA, member of the Colchester Regional Hospital Foundation and Chair of the CCAA National Basketball Championship Committee. David was a loyal volunteer for the Progressive Conservative Party of Nova Scotia and the Conservative Party of Canada. A gifted athlete, he excelled in basketball and played for both the Acadia University Varsity Basketball Team (’57-‘60) and the “legendary” Thunderbirds. A Truro resident his entire life, David gave back to the community as a strong supporter of minor sports programs as a coach, sponsor, organizer and fan. Funeral service will be held 3:00 p.m., Sunday, February 22, 2015 at First United Church, 711 Prince Street, Truro, Reverend Valerie Kingsbury officiating. A reception will follow in Memorial Hall. Family flowers only. Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall – Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by viewing David’s obituary on-line and selecting “Send A Condolence” at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com