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William E. Armour

Date of Death: March 19, 2020
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William Eugene Armour, age 63, died at home with his family at his side on Thursday, March 19, 2020 after battling lung cancer for 10 months. Bill was born to Edward and Cecelia Gatts Armour in Washington, D.C. on May 4,, 1956.  Bill grew up in Oxon Hill, MD and is a 1974 graduate ofContinue Reading

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Jan Roxborough, Oxfordshire, UK left a message on March 30, 2020:
Dear Rosann and Nicholas, I am so sorry for your loss. All my thoughts and love are with you at this time. I remember very clearly the first time I met Bill. Early December 1997, I'd been in the States for a month and a half and Rosann and I were in the basement bar in their Falls church house, preparing to go to the office Christmas party. Bill came bounding down the stairs, brandishing an enormous bottle of Goldschlager with glee and a huge smile on his face. He made me my first To-Go-Cup; 2 pints of Vodka and Tonic (easy on the tonic and 1 cube of ice since I was British). For the next 22 years, he treated me as a member of his family for all the BBQ's, high days and holidays.He forgave me when Rosann blamed me for everything (......didn't necessarily forgive Rosann) and always welcomed me into his home. A big bear of a man, sometimes grumpy, remarkably shy, always sarcastically witty and with a huge heart, full of kindness. The world is a smaller and much sadder place without him. xxoo
Cris Young left a message on March 28, 2020:
Rosann and Nicholas: our sincere condolences for Bill’s passing. Nigel and I recall such an amazing weekend with you both and Jan in Virginia a few years ago. We have fond memories of visiting Arlington cemetery and all the famous Washington monuments. It was a glorious weekend and Bill was in good form, as was everyone. Nigel helped Bill bbq and worked the “smoker” for ages. Friends came round, we had Rosann’s great corn dish, and the weather glorious. Bill and Nigel exchanged motorcycle stories. This is how Bill will be remembered; smiling, content and with a beer in his hand surrounded by family and friends. May he rest in peace. Cris & Nigel
Cris Young left a message on March 28, 2020:
Rosann and Nicholas: our sincere condolences for Bill’s passing. Nigel and I recall such an amazing weekend with you both and Jan in Virginia a few years ago. We have fond memories of visiting Arlington cemetery and all the famous Washington monuments. It was a glorious weekend and Bill was in good form, as was everyone. Nigel helped Bill bbq and worked the “smoker” for ages. Friends came round, we had Rosann’s great corn dish, and the weather glorious. Bill and Nigel exchanged motorcycle stories. This is how Bill will be remembered; smiling, content and with a beer in his hand surrounded by family and friends. May he rest in peace. Cris & Nigel
Elias Liaros left a message on March 27, 2020:
Very sad to hear about Bill passing. My sincere condolences to Rosann, their son and family. I will never forget a couple of occasions Bill and I connected, that shows his big heart, kindness and happy demeanour. Late 90s in Bill and Rosann’s house during a gathering with friends, Bill showed me his precious bicycle hidden in the garden shed. He talked with pride and determination about working and restoring it one day. On another occasion Bill invited me to go see a Redskins game with him at FedEx field. As this was my first time in a live game, it was a fantastic event for me. Bill was the perfect host, and got me introduced to the whole Redskins experience that day. Will never forget that. Rest in Peace my friend.Elias
Kerry Megginson left a message on March 27, 2020:
Dear Rosann and Nicolas ~ I only met Bill a couple of times and, to me he was a lovely gentle guy with a great sense of humour and a love of family and bikes. If it wasn’t for Bill I would never have gone to the Bikers Ace Café that time with Jan. I remember that my brother would have been jealous of us going there as he shared Bill’s passion for bikes, especially old ones ! My abiding memory, however, was us all getting stuck in Jan’s lift in Putney where we all tried to remain calm and sensible even though we were really a little drunk and panicked ! I’m pretty sure Bill was the calmest. Sending our love and thoughts from North Yorkshire xxx Kerry, Andy, Iain & Stephen
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Rich Rotella left a message on March 26, 2020:
This is a great man and an even better Uncle. He always made me laugh, smile and feel better about myself. Uncle Bill was an awesome role model and my sincere love, condolences & support goes out to everyone who knew him. My Father Thomas loved you with all his heart Uncle Bill and he prayed that you ultimately came to Christ along your path. God Speed, Bill... keep the boat docked for us. We All Love You.
Hung Do left a message on March 26, 2020:
Rosann, my heartfelt sympathy to you and Nicholas. It was a great loss in such a difficult time. I was deeply saddened with the news of Bill passing. I was so lucky to have known and worked with Bill for 17 years up until his retirement. We both started on the Job Corps Program back in 2000, mine was two months after his. First with PBDewberry and later with Parsons, all together we had so many surveys and travels across the country from East coast to West coast, including Hawaii, Alaska and Puerto Rico.More than just a co-worker we became good friends. We shared some up and down moments in life. He attended my mother funeral in 2004. I attended his father funeral in 2007. I had lunch with Bill, his mother and Rosann when his mother moved from Florida to Virginia. In the office we often go for lunch together with some others, many times at the Vietnamese Soup Pho 75 in Rosslyn or Tachibana Sushi bar in McLean, our favorites. Off work, I had the privilege to invite him to my housewarming party and myself was invited to quite a few Christmas parties at Bill home with his family and circle of his high school friends. I vividly remember at one Christmas party I drank so much that I fell asleep on the couch and ended up spending a cozy night at his house. Those good old days are engraved in my memory.Till We Meet Again, rest in peace Bill Armour, my buddy.
Tom Fisher left a message on March 26, 2020:
Bill was a pillar at the PBDewberry and then Parsons office here in Arlington. He and Constantin held court there along the windows and kept the survey teams steady with wry humor and professionalism. He was deeply respected by all of us who worked and traveled with him. He was generous with his knowledge and yet did not suffer fools. We were much diminished by his departure. I’m proud to have known him but very saddened by his early departure. Deepest condolences.
Walter Rosenstock left a message on March 25, 2020:
Sad to hear about his passing. Known him since my childhood days in Oxon Hill, MD. My condolences to family.
Mary Horzempa left a message on March 23, 2020:
I am deeply sorry for your loss Roseanne.
John & Mary Driver left a message on March 22, 2020:
Rosann & Nicholas - Our heartfelt sympathy to both of you. It was with such deep sadness that we heard of Bill's passing. We feel so fortunate to have such fond memories of our times together. Whether it was skiing in Colorado, boating on the Chesapeake, barbecuing in the back yard or holidaying in Bermuda, Bill was always such an important part of making those occasions so special. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. Love, John & Mary
Aileen and Allen Davis left a message on March 22, 2020:
Rosanne and Nick - please accept our deepest sympathies. We will always remember Bill grilling food for the parties in the backyard of your Falls Church house and taking pictures of the boys at little league games. Our love to you both.
Cathi Ferrari left a message on March 20, 2020:
Rosann My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Simpson Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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