Condolence: We were sorry to hear about Les passing.Les was our friend at 50 Point for a lot of years. He will be sadly missed.Our condolences to Peggy & children. Dave & Bev "Firestar"

Condolence: Our deepest sympathy. Our prayers and thoughts are with you Peggy and your family. We have so many happy memories of Les and will always remember him.

Condolence: Burlington lost a giant of a man, my friend and predecessor Les Armstrong passed away at the age of 80. I say predecessor as Les was the first member, and the first president of The Friends of Freeman station. To say Les was the first President sounds so administrative; so matter of fact - it doesn't really do his work saving the station justice. For me it's like saying Sir John A was a politician, or Joseph Brant was a farmer. As our first President Les made saving our old Grand Trunk Station possible. Being part of the first board of directors of Friends of Freeman Station with community leaders such as George Curran, the late Jane Irwin and Les Armstrong as our President, made our goal of saving the old Burlington Junction Station at Freeman that much more easy. Not that saving the station has been easy, but with a profile and standing that only comes from having spent many years working for causes in our community, Les' reputation, skill and influence opened doors and gave The Friends of Freeman Station a certain dignity that we might not have otherwise had. Les earned respect in Burlington not just by his long & deep roots in our town but by working to make this a place to be proud of. When I joined the board of Friends of Freeman Station, I knew of, and had met Les over the years for several of the projects he was involved in, such as Aldershot Village Vision and the Historical Society. I have to admit, I was more than a little intimidated, Les seemed larger than life with a knowledge and passion for the station. After about two meetings I found Les' passion for saving the station not only infections but also inspiring. Les had a way of speaking to our board in such a way that we never lost sight of our goal, and encouraged all of us not to give up even when things looked bleak. Many times after some long meetings Les and I would spend time talking. We'd talk about the station, about his memories and connection to the station in particular and to Burlington in general. We also talked about radio and TV and shared some stories about that industry as he and my late father were contemporaries in South West Ontario many years ago. Les also told me about his father's store & how much life in Burlington has changes, and how, in some strange ways, it is very much the same place. Les loved the town he was born in and he was happy to share that love with any and all, in an easy going manner that was really quite disarming. Since I became president of Friends of Freeman Station, Les' advise, guidance and occasional gentle admonishments have been very important in helping me keep some perspective on our task to finish saving and restoring Freeman Station. In the three years I got to know Les so very well, he and I became good friends. This is a friendship that I'll always treasure, and will think of Les often. As many people know, Les was an avid sailor, and he used to end his EMail messages with the line: "Anyone can steer a boat in calm waters", this simple line is so very true of so many things in life and especially true of my friend Les. I truly believe that Les is docked now in much calmer waters, but we should all take Les's motto to heart and weather what ever the seas of life may throw at us. Sail on in peace my friend, sail on to calmer waters. Kind Regards, James Smith President, Friends of Freeman Station

Condolence: Such a loss to the City of Burlington, Les was a positive force in our community and always had a great sense of humour!

Condolence: My deepest sympathy goes to Peggy and family.

Condolence: With deepest sympathy to Peggy and family. I was privileged to have helped Les with the Burlington Historical Society newsletter. He was very giving and will be missed.

Condolence: We are so very sorry, for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, during this difficult time

Condolence: My condolences to Peggy and the family. I only knew Les through the Burlington Historical Society. It didn't surprise me to read of all the other organizations Les has been a member of over the years, and to read about his travels and adventures. His spirit will live on in Burlington.

Condolence: We were saddened to hear of Les's passing. Les was our dock mate and good friend at 50 PT. we shared the same finger for over 10 years. He will be sorely missed. Our deepest condolences to his family.

Condolence: Russ, Tracie & family - please accept our sincerest sympathy in the loss of your Dad.

Condolence: Our sincerest sympathy. Great sailing memories of Les both at fifty point and travels around the thousand islands and Quebec City trip. Condolences to the family. From Giles and betty Beaudoin, in Hopetown Bahamas

Condolence: Les will be missed. A gentleman and community builder. Walter Mulkewich.

Condolence: Dear Peg. You and your family are in our thoughts. Family and friends are so important as we go through life. You have always been there for us and we are here for you. Love always, Nancy and Laird

Condolence: So sad to hear about Les. He was such a great guy. We both served on the first Board for Friends of Freeman Station and I admired him greatly. The day we met he told me his father and my grandfather had been childhood friends. He made me laugh and when he banged that gavel, people listened! My condolences to his family. Pam (Freeman) Wilkinson.

Condolence: To The Armstrong Family: Sharon & I send our Sympathy to you. Our Dad - George Johnson was his Scout and Rover Leader with the 1st Burlington Scouts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Nancy (Johnson)Horne Sharon (Johnson)Janushewski

Condolence: Les was always a staunch member of the Amateur Radio Community and a sturdy sailor. Both groups have lost a memorable and caring contributor. Our love to Peggy.....

Condolence: Dear Peggy, please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of Les. It's a great loss to all of us in the heritage community here in Burlington. We shall all miss him.

Condolence: My deepest condolences to Peggy and family, Les will be missed dearly but will remain forever in your hearts

Condolence: Wishing you all much peace and love during this difficult time. May your Dad's memories live on in all of you. Thinking of you Russ, Tracie and family .

Condolence: Our deep sympathies Peg and family at this very sad time. We have only known Les for a short time but always enjoyed his love of life and hearing of his adventures. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Condolence: Peggy and family, I am so sorry to hear of Les' passing. It was a pleasure to meet him and to work with you on the history of my family and the area. My thoughts are with you at this time