Peter David Armstrong, 19, of Oak Park, died on Nov. 12, 2025, in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Born on Feb. 17, 2006 in Chicago, he grew up in Oak Park, attended Grace Lutheran School in River Forest and Oak Park and River Forest High School.
He had a passion for all things sports and was a die-hard Chicago Cubs fan. His love for sports began on Oak Park’s soccer and baseball fields where he made many lifelong friendships. It wasn’t until the COVID pandemic that he discovered his ultimate sport, golf. A quick study, he enjoyed a successful high school career with the OPRF golf team, which led to enrolling in the golf management program at Methodist University in Fayetteville.
His best memories were probably made close to home, on the 800 block of Wesley in Oak Park. Block parties, summertime Friday night gatherings, Easter egg hunts, Nerf gun battles, and unspoken shenanigans with his sister and friends filled his years. He was also an avid collector, from miniature statues to golf hats and putters. His collections were symbols of special places and cherished memories.
He had a strong faith and was active in the community at Grace Lutheran Church where he was known to be empathetic, sensitive, fun-loving, intensely competitive, goofy, reserved, respectful, humble, and kind.
Peter is survived by his parents, Neal and Esther (Schuette) Armstrong; his sister, Rachel (“Sammy”); his grandmother, Sandra Schuette and grandfather Paul Armstrong; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; and his beloved corgi, Tobe. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Kay Armstrong, and his grandfather, Rev. Ronald Schuette.
A memorial service will be held at Grace Lutheran Church, 7300 Division St., River Forest, on Saturday, Dec. 20 at 11 a.m. There will be visitation with the family before the service beginning at 9:30.
In memory of Peter, the family has established a scholarship fund in his name to support future Grace Lutheran School families. Donations may be made online at GraceRiverForest.org. Click on the Donate button, then choose Memorial Gift.
