Paul F. Armstrong, 60, of Elson Drive, Riverside, died unexpectedly on May 28, 2017. Born in Providence, a son of the late Albert and Claire M. (Dame) Armstrong, he lived in East Providence for 50 years.

Mr. Armstrong was an aviation mechanic for American Airlines for the past 30 years. He graduated from East Coast Aerotech, Class of 1981 in Lexington, Mass.

Paul enjoyed hiking, skiing, riding motor cycles and researching family history. A sports enthusiast, he was a devoted New England Patriots fan.

He is survived by a brother, Thomas E. Armstrong and his wife Linda of Riverside; a sister, Marcia A. Armstrong of Riverside and a nephew, David T. Armstrong of Lincoln.

His funeral was held on Wednesday, June 7, from the W. Raymond Watson Funeral Home, 350 Willett Ave., Riverside with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Brendan Church, Turner Avenue, Riverside. Burial followed in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Contributions in Paul’s memory to Spurwink-RI, 1 Spurwink Place, Cranston, RI, 02910 would be deeply appreciated. The agency provides support to individuals with developmental disabilities.