Rodney Hart Armstrong

Rodney Hart Armstrong, age 90, of Union City, Ohio, passed from his earthly life into his heavenly home, on October 2, 2025. He died peacefully after a challenging time of health issues following several strokes.

“But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” Isaiah 40:31.

This scripture exemplifies the faith that Rodney had in his personal relationship with his Lord and Savior. His life was a testament of faith, strength, love and encouragement to all who knew him. He had a special giving nature and always an encouraging smile or words to uplift someone. Rodney was a leader, setting an example throughout his life.

Rodney was born with his twin brother Rodger on June 13, 1935, to their parents, Harry Blaine and Adene Marie (Shockney) Armstrong. His relationship with his brother was a special one, They were inseparable, living beside each other all of their life. They grew up on the Armstrong family farm in Darke County, Ohio. Rodney graduated from Jackson High School in 1953, followed by service in the National Guard.

He met his sweet wife Virginia, who grew up in Richmond, Indiana and later moved to Darke County. After they married in 1957, they established their home in the house where Rodney was born and had always lived. In later years, they built a new home also located on the family farm. They were married for over 53 years when Ginny passed away in 2010.

Rodney and Virginia were blessed with five children, seven grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren and they all survive. Rodney’s children are Cyndi Armstrong, Mark and his wife Sheila Armstrong, Paul Armstrong, Dan and his wife Charity Armstrong, and Elisabeth and her husband Michael Esposito.

Rodney’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren are Sarah and Mitch Knight and their sons, Desmond and Gabe, Ian Armstrong who is engaged to Sheyanne Olson, and Isaac and Tayler Armstrong and their daughter Ophelia, Zach and Lexie Armstrong and their son Corbin, Amanda Armstrong, Grant and Gracie Esposito and their son Grant, Jr. “Joey”, and Quinlan and Jenna Armstrong.

Rodney loved to hunt and was a collector of rifles. He spent many happy years deer hunting in Wyoming with one of the hunting ranches being in the shadow of Devils Tower. He was a lifetime member of the NRA. Every groundhog and coyote in the community learned to hide from Rodney and his gun.

However, his most treasured times were those spent with his family. Rodney loved his family with all of his heart. He especially enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren participate in sports. He often said his best memories with his children were made around the kitchen table or playing baseball in the yard. He was overjoyed when twin grandsons arrived in the family being a twin himself. They all were so special to him and brought lots of love to his life.

Rodney farmed from the age of 14 with his father and brother, and he also had a long career of 40 years as an agricultural crop insurance adjuster. He worked until the age of 85 years old for RCIS – Rural Community Insurance Services and had previously worked for Rain & Hail. He enjoyed working with so many farmers across the country. He made new friends every day.

Rodney attended church at Bible Tabernacle in Muncie, Indiana. He was a church deacon, adult Sunday School teacher for many years, and he was loved and will be greatly missed by his church family.

Rodney is also survived by his sister-in-law, Marion Armstrong, nieces and nephews, Rachele (Bill) Armstrong Marsh, Sharon Armstrong, David (Rhonda) Armstrong, Cathy Coulter Ray, Jon (Melissa) Coulter, Randy (Debbie) Coulter, Susan (Blake) Coulter McLaughlin, Steve (Allison) Coulter, Pam (Gabe) Coulter Gonzalez, Lara Coulter, David (Susan) Coulter, Connie Coulter Zins, Karen (Joe deceased) Coulter Myers, Steve (Michelle) Coulter, and Chad (Rachel) Coulter.

Many other relatives including great-nieces, great-nephews and Rodney’s Shockney cousins also survive.

Rodney was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Adene (Shockney) Armstrong, his beloved wife, Virginia (Coulter) Armstrong, mother and step-father-in-law, Freda (Grant) and Charlie Lindemuth, father-in-law, Chester Coulter, his twin brother and best friend for life, Rodger Armstrong, brother and sisters-in-law, Charles and Donna Coulter, Robert and Caroline Coulter, James and Peggy Coulter, Don and Jody Coulter, and Ed and Nancy Coulter, two nieces, Tonya Coulter Miner and Barbara Coulter Kundtz, as well as aunts and uncles.

Rodney requested that no funeral services be held. Arrangements were entrusted to Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville, Ohio. A private burial took place at the Union City Cemetery, Union City, Indiana.

If desired, contributions may be made to Everheart Hospice, Greenville, Ohio. The Armstrong family would like to thank the Everheart staff for their caring and dedicated assistance during the last year, as well as the staff at Comprehensive Home Health and the office of Patty Sutter, NP. A very special thanks to the Everheart Team of Mandy, Stacey, Shiloh, Chelsea, Nicole, and Doug who were exceptional with their support.

Condolences may be sent to the family at 848 State Road 47, Union City, Ohio, 45390.

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” 2 Timothy 4:7.

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com