Brian W. Armstrong

Brian W. Armstrong, age 71, of Canton passed away November 6, 2023, surrounded by his loving family following a valiant fight against ALS. He was born in Canton on June 7, 1952, to Charles and Betty (Schwalenberg) Armstrong and graduated from Sebring High School, Muskingum College, where he met the love of his life, Nancy. Brian also graduated from the University of Akron with his Master’s Degree in Counseling. Brian dedicated his career to the education and coaching fields. He spent over 40 years at Northwest High School, where he founded the Cross Country Team and coached basketball and track.

Brian is survived by his wife, Nancy; daughters Julie (Michael) Dolfi and Ashley (Matthew) Eiden; grandchildren Ella Dolfi and Brett, Palmer, and Avery Eiden; brother Bruce (Donna) Armstrong.

A memorial service will be held, Saturday, November 11 at 1:00 PM at the Northwest High School Gym. Following the memorial service, a reception will be held in the Commons. The family is requesting in lieu of flowers memorial contributions be made to the Northwest Runners Club, Coach Armstrong Scholarship Fund c/o Apple Creek Bank, PO Box 621 Canal Fulton, Ohio 44614.

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