Lelan Armstrong

Lelan Armstrong, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away on January 8, 2025, at the age of 89.

Lelan was born on February 2, 1935, in Shay, OK to Cary and Lela Armstrong. He was the youngest of seven children. Lelan attended and graduated from Boise City HS while working at his brother’s gas station. Soon after, he went to work for Tower Seismograph which brought him to Wyoming where he permanently settled in Casper in 1960. 

Lelan married Lavada White, with whom he had three children: John, Craig, and Judy. Though life took them on different paths, they remained united through the blessing of their children.

 Later, Lelan married his soulmate, Shirley Stevens, and they shared 50 wonderful years of marriage. Along with welcoming into his life Shirley’s three children Nancy, Hugh Wayne and Billy Don. They built a blended family filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.

 Lelan dedicated much of his career to Fay Peeble’s Trailer Sales which later became Stalkup’s RV, where he worked tirelessly for 39 years, and made lifelong friends. Lelan was known for his strong work ethic and warm, approachable nature.

Lelan will be remembered for his kindness, integrity, sense of humor, ability to connect with others, and his great love for his family. He attended every sporting event his kids, grandchildren and great grandchildren participated in until age prevented it. He also loved fishing, traveling to see family, sharing stories, or simply enjoying life’s quiet moments. Lelan lived with grace and gratitude. He also was a man of quiet strength and steadfast dedication.

Lelan is survived by his loving wife, Shirley, his children John (Sandy) Armstrong, Craig Armstrong, Judy (Larry) Jansen, Nancy Lindsey, Hugh Wayne (Minnie) Stevens, Billy Don (Carol) Stevens and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, extended family, and dear friends who will carry his memory in their hearts.

He was preceded in death by his parents, six siblings, son-in-law Doug Lindsey, and daughter-in-law Jackie Armstrong

A celebration of Lelan’s life will be held at Faith Bible Chapel on January 16th, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Dale Fitzsimmons officiating. 

Lelan’s life was a testament to love, perseverance, and generosity. His legacy of love will live on in the hearts of all he knew. He will be deeply missed but forever remembered.

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