Florence Armstrong’s Passing
Leaves a Void in History
One of our favorite lighthouse people, Florence Armstrong, passed away this
past September. Born in 1915 she was the second child of Velma and Willie
Corbett who tended a number of lighthouses along the Maine coast, including
Monhegan Lighthouse, Tenants Harbor Lighthouse, and Little River Lighthouse
where Corbett served as the last keeper of the United States Lighthouse
Service at the station.
Over the last few years Florence shared many memories and stories with us.
She recently told me that she had hoped to return to Little River
Lighthouse, but said it would have to be by helicopter, since actually
landing at the dangerous boat ramp would be too risky at her age.
Unfortunately we were never able to help her fulfill that dream.
In celebration of her life the pamphlet and cards handed out at her memorial
service featured Little River Lighthouse on them and the old hymn “Let the
Lower Lights be Burning,” which is the theme song of the American Lighthouse
Foundation, was sung at the conclusion of service. She will always be with
us in spirit each time we go to the island.
Donations in her memory can be sent to:
Friends of Little River Lighthouse
A Chapter of the American Lighthouse
Foundation
P.O. Box 671
East Machias, Maine, 04630
You can
also make a donation today using PayPal...
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