Lone Tree Golf Course Tournament Director Richard Armstrong Dies At 66 After Battling Cancer, Survived By His Wife Shari Petersen

In 1986, while working at Rock Bottom, Richard's future wife, Shari Petersen, was introduced to him by her brother, Roger.

May 5, 2026

This article was last updated by Manoj Gadtaula on May 5, 2026

Lone Tree Golf Course director Richard Armstrong died after a brief battle with cancer.

Richard graduated from Liberty Union High School in 1977. He was passionate about music and started as a DJ.

In 1979, he purchased a small record store, Rock Bottom Records, in Antioch.

He “Mr. Rock Bottom” and later opened a second store in Livermore called Galaxy Records.

After 34 years, Richard closed the store and followed his new passion, golf. His new career took him to Lone Tree Golf Course as tournament director.

Richard was an athlete and played in many city leagues for basketball and tennis.

He was also a talented softball pitcher and had won many tournaments statewide as part of Rock Optical, a team he co-sponsored.

Richard Armstrong Passed Away Due To The Complications Of Cancer

Born in 1959, Richard Armstrong took his last breath on May 2026, at 66, after a battle with cancer.

Loved ones and relatives have poured their heartfelt condolences to Richard’s family to stay strong in this heartbreaking moment.

Richard Armstrong passed away after suffering from cancer. (Source:)

As per Richard’s , a memorial will be held for him on Friday, May 16, 2026, from 2:00 to 5:00 at Lone Tree Golf Course.

He will always be remembered for his unforgettable contributions as a Lone Tree Golf Course tournament director.

Rest in Heaven, Richard Armstrong.

Richard Armstrong Is Survived By His Wife, Shari Petersen

In 1986, while working at Rock Bottom, Richard’s future , Shari Petersen, was introduced to him by her brother, Roger.

Richard and his wife enjoyed serving the public. They adored all animals, especially the many cats and sheltie dogs they had.

In addition, they sponsored many animals at the Antioch Animal Shelter.

After dating for several years, the couple tied the knot in 1988.

Sadly, their married life ended after 37 years following the tragic death of Richard Armstrong. As per the source, they were not blessed with any children.

Before Richard’s death, he looked forward to annual trips to Maui with his wife, Shari Petersen.

Shari has avoided social media, so little information about her personal life is known.

In Case You Didn’t Know

• Over the past 30 years, Richard relocated his music store four times—never moving more than a block. However, after downsizing to a smaller location in the Eastwood Shopping Center, the business experienced a noticeable decline.
• His store was known for rarely selling out of the latest CD, cassette, eight-track, or vinyl record on its release day, for Armstrong’s inside information about upcoming concerts, and for being one of the first stores to allow customers to listen to music before purchasing it.
• Richard loved to make people happy and enjoyed singing to his fur babies. He always smiled except when his Philadelphia Eagles lost the match.

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