Requiescat in Pace Alexander "Tank" Armor

This one will be known to none of you, I imagine, although he had some celebrity within the sphere of Strongman athletics. He was a personal friend of mine. His military service left him in a wheelchair, which he took as a challenge; he was kind and encouraging to me when I was developing as a Strongman athlete even though he was a decade younger. He himself won awards and recognition, and helped the sport develop a category for those faced with challenges like his own.

One hopes King Charles II learned something from this exchange.

I will simply quote his father's remarks.

In Loving Memory of My Son, Alexander Armor

June 6, 1986 – August 30, 2025

With deep sorrow and immense pride, we honor the life of Alexander Elliot Armor, who passed away on August 30, 2025, at the age of 39 quietly in his sleep. A man of rare depth and boundless talent, Alexander lived a life that defied limits and inspired all who knew him.

Although born in Calgary, Alberta on June 6, 1986, Alexander moved to boarding school for his last 4 years at Hargrave Military Academy in Virginia where in his senior year he served as Band Major. 

Alexander served his country with distinction in the United States Army, earning the rank of Corporal before being medically retired. His service was marked by courage, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to others. 

Learning was very important to Alexander, and as such he holds a Doctorate in Military and Strategic Studies,  a Ba in Philosophy and a Bs in Neuroscience.  His life was filled with research of new subjects and expanding his horizons.

After his military career, Alexander became a trailblazer in the world of adaptive athletics. He broke numerous world records in adaptive Highland Games and adaptive strongman competitions, and in 2018, he introduced adaptive Highland Games to the International Highland Games Association (IHGA) at the historic Mey Games, in the presence of the now King Charles. His pioneering efforts earned him the title “Father of Adaptive Highland Games,” and his legacy continues to empower athletes across the globe.

But Alexander’s strength extended far beyond the field. He was a gifted musician, known for his artful guitar playing and mastery of multiple instruments. His original recordings—still available online—reflect a spirit that was both fierce and tender, capable of expressing the full spectrum of human emotion. Music was not just a hobby for Alexander; it was a language he spoke fluently, alongside many others. A polyglot, he could converse in several languages, bridging cultures with ease and curiosity.

In quieter moments, Alexander found joy in crafting custom knives by hand, blending artistry with precision. Each piece he created was a reflection of his patience, skill, and reverence for tradition. 

He also served his community as a proud member of the Hermitage Springs Volunteer Fire Department, always ready to lend a hand or risk his own safety for the well-being of others.  In an attempt to further serve his community Alexander Armor for TN House - District 38 ran for State Representative of Tennessee in 2024.

Alexander is survived by his devoted father, Dale Armor, and his beloved son, Jonah Lee Danger Armor, who inherits not only his name but the indomitable spirit of a man who lived with purpose and passion. His uncle Bruce Armor and his grandmother Maureen Armor.

Alexander’s life was a symphony of service, strength, creativity, and love. He lifted stones, saved lives, wrote songs, and forged steel—but most of all, he lifted hearts. His legacy will live on in every athlete who dares to dream, every melody that stirs the soul, and every flame of courage that burns in the face of adversity.

Rest well my son, Alexander. 

You were—and remain—unforgettable.