Martez "Clay" Armstrong was born July 2, 1992 in Beloit, Wisconsin to his mother Edrienne Hodges (Steven) of Beloit, WI and William "Charlie" Armstrong (Catherine) of Red Hill, MS.  He departed this life on Monday, May 24th, 2021 at the North Mississippi Medical Center.

At an early age, Martez "Clay" joined Sherman Grove MB Church, where he remained faithful until his death.  He was a graduate of East Union High School and continued his education at Northeast Community College.

Martez lived life to the fullest.  He often spent time with family and friends, especially his brothers.  He always made time to help others and enjoyed coaching little league sports.

He is survived by his grandfather Frank Hobson ( Lorriane ) of Beloit, WI; siblings William "CJ" Armstrong (Cherish) of Red Hill; LC Gassaway of Tupelo; Alon Hodges of Beloit, WI; Creigthen Armstrong (Tiara) of Nettleton; Charity Armstrong of Nettleton; special friend Jessica Franklin and son Trace Wilson of Tupelo; two nieces Aslynn -Grace and Remi-Grace; two nephews Ashton Jr. and Savior; aunts Vickie Armstrong (Edward) and Roxanne Armstrong of Red Hill, MS; Della Crowley of Dallas, TX; Vanessa Hodges of St. Paul, MN; Fantilla Hodges of Beloit, WI; April Box (Michael) of Conroe, TX; a special aunt Lossie McGee (Eddie) of Red Hill, MS; a host of cousins, other relatives, and friends.

Martez "Clay" was preceded in death by his grandparents Emma Hodges of Rockford, IL; Mary "Ilene" Armstrong and Will Charles Armstrong of Red Hill, MS.