Norma Dell Armstrong, 95, of Tallahassee, FL and formerly of Jacksonville, IL, died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at Allegro Senior living in Tallahassee, FL. She was born March 31, 1926, in Anna, IL, the daughter of James F. and Frances E. Leach Wahl. She married Alec Russell Armstrong on September 7, 1953, in Anna, and he preceded her in death on July 9, 1985. She is survived by two children, Susan Jean (Russell) Banjavcic of Prescott Valley, AZ, and Kenneth Russell (Deborah) Armstrong of Tallahassee, FL; two grandchildren Jenny (Joe) Szoltysik and Lindsey (Andrew) Owen, two great-grandchildren Tyler and Amber Owen, and her brother James (Judy) Wahl. She was preceded in her death by her sister and brother-in-law Jean Ellen and Don West. Norma graduated from high school in Anna, IL and then from Washington University in St. Louis, with a Masters Degree in Social Work. She was then a Social Worker at the Illinois School for the Deaf in Jacksonville, IL for 28 years. Norma was an Elder at Central Christian Church and sang in the church choir. For many years she assisted the local stroke support group, delivered Doorbell Dinners, enjoyed bridge games with friends, camping/boating at Lake Jacksonville, sewing, crafts and planting/tending to flowers in her yard. A celebration of her life will be held on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, at 1:00 p.m., at Central Christian Church in Jacksonville, IL. The family will meet friends 12:30-1 p.m. prior to the service. Arrangements are provided by Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home and Crematory, 1100 Lincoln Ave, Jacksonville, IL, 217-243-4000. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to make a donation may do so in memory of Norma Armstrong to the Illinois School for the Deaf, 125 Webster Avenue, Jacksonville, IL 62650 (phone 217-479-4286). Please note "the Needy Children Fund." Norma always encouraged her children to explore their interests and to follow their dreams, for which they are forever grateful. Memorial Service Central Christian Church Tuesday, June 07, 2022 1:00 PM 359 E. College Ave. Jacksonville, IL 62650