From CBS News' Bill Harwood
03:20 PM EDT, 08/25/12 ADVISORY: Neil Armstrong, first man on moon, dies at 82
By WILLIAM HARWOOD
CBS News
Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon and an enduring icon of the
space age and America's greatest technological triumph, died Saturday, multiple
sources said. He was 82.
We are heartbroken to share the news that Neil Armstrong has passed away
following complications resulting from cardiovascular procedures, he family
said in a statement (http://www.neilarmstronginfo.com).
Neil was our loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.
Neil Armstrong was also a reluctant American hero who always believed he was
just doing his job. He served his Nation proudly, as a navy fighter pilot, test
pilot, and astronaut. He also found success back home in his native Ohio in
business and academia, and became a community leader in Cincinnati.
He remained an advocate of aviation and exploration throughout his life and
never lost his boyhood wonder of these pursuits.
As much as Neil cherished his privacy, he always appreciated the expressions
of good will from people around the world and from all walks of life.
While we mourn the loss of a very good man, we also celebrate his remarkable
life and hope that it serves as an example to young people around the world to
work hard to make their dreams come true, to be willing to explore and push the
limits, and to selflessly serve a cause greater than themselves.
For those who may ask what they can do to honor Neil, we have a simple
request. Honor his example of service, accomplishment and modesty, and the next
time you walk outside on a clear night and see the moon smiling down at you,
think of Neil Armstrong and give him a wink.
73, Jeff WB2SYK
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