Born July 13, 1938 in Spokane to Rosemary and John A. Armenia; John died August 28, 2010 in Bellevue, WA. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Brenda; sister Diane Wolfe-Lurus of Spokane; 6 sister-in-laws, 3 brother-in-laws, many nieces and nephews, and several godchildren. John grew up in Spokane graduating from Gonzaga Prep and Gonzaga University where he earned his undergraduate and master’s degree. In 1984 he received Gonzaga University’s Alumni Merit Award. He earned his doctorate in Educational Leadership from WSU in 1978.
John had a long and distinguished career in education as a teacher, administrator, and professor. He was passionate about teaching and learning, and mentoring other educators. Upon his retirement as director of City University of Seattle’s Educational Leadership Program in 2008 he was awarded the title of Faculty Emeritus. He served as President of the Washington State Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa from 2004-2009 and in May was elected to the board of directors of PDK International.
John worked to provide service to others in the larger community through his active membership in Rotary International. From 1983-2006, he was a member of the Rotary Club of Gig Harbor. In 2006 he joined the Bellevue Breakfast Rotary Club.
John had a positive influence on the lives of many people who will miss him greatly. One of his personal life goals was to make a difference which he truly did through his many contributions. He was a special person who lived life to the fullest, accomplished a great deal and earned his place in Heaven.
A Funeral Mass celebrating John’s life will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 9460 NE 14th St, Bellevue on Thursday, September 9 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The Dr. John Armenia Scholarship Fund at City University of Seattle, 11900 NE First St. Bellevue, WA 98005.
Arrangements under the direction of Sunset Hills Funeral Home, Bellevue, WA.
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