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Jean worked side by side with her devoted husband Louie at both Arena Farms in Fulton and later at Arena's Eis House Restaurant in Mexico from the 1960's through the 1980's. For over two decades she meticulously tended her beloved gardens at the Eis House until her passing. She loved to play golf and was very active with various social service initiatives, as well as providing compassion and understanding to those in need. She will be greatly missed.
She is survived by her three loving sons, John D. of Newark, NJ, Robert T. of Boulder, CO., and Paul A. of Mexico; her daughter-in-law, Sarah; two grandchildren, Louis Ross and Marteen Rose. Jean also leaves behind three siblings, Anthony (Sandy) Guidone, Cathy (Tony) Tucci and Mary (Les) Deemer; her sister-in-law, Rae Arena; brother-in-law, Dr. Angelo Arena and many nieces, nephews and friends.
A Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, June 27 at Holy Trinity Church, corner of Rochester & South Third Streets in Fulton. Calling hours are 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., Wednesday at Foster Funeral Home, 910 Fay Street, Fulton.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jean's name to Unity Acres, P.O. Box 153, Orwell, NY 13426 or Camp Good Days, 356 North Midler Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13206.
Foster Funeral Home, Inc.
Date of Death: June 22, 2013
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Memories and Condolences
for Jean Arena
Pamela Domick
June 21, 2014
Me too... I just came across your mass card yesterday and reread all these entries of love for you. Pamela
Lee Cash
June 19, 2014
I still miss you!
Dane Miller
July 1, 2013
To the Arena family;
I just heard of Jean's passing today. I am shocked. Jean was a customer of mine for a long time. I will miss her and the great conversations we had going back and forth from her house to my shop. May God bless her and may He give you strength during this difficult time.
The Three sisters at the Regional Market
Les Deemer
June 28, 2013
The Tulik Family
June 28, 2013
It was a joy to have worked for Jeane and an honor to have know her!
Sheila T.
June 27, 2013
Jean has made an impact on my life that will never be lost to her passing.I dare say there are many who have experienced same, as wittnessed by the offerings here.
Simply remembered: Jean Arena lived, laughed, and loved - admirably.
Thank you, my friend.
Cate Tierney
June 26, 2013
We will miss you Jean. We had fun at Les Mis in NYC with Pat AHern's bus tour! God speed and we will pray for you and your family during this difficult time Peace and hugs. Cate Tierney and Jack Fahey Savannah, GA
Beth Kinne
June 26, 2013
Jean had much insight, much generosity and I experienced both from her. May your loss be lessened with comfort she would wish for you.
June 26, 2013
I used to think Jeanne and I were related because her mom Mary was my God Mother and spent many hours in Pt Bryon. Our paths crossed later in life and I enjoyed our talks as adults, and it seems like only yesterday that you walked for 3 days in Colorado for the cancer walk. I had hoped you'd come to visit me in Oregon, but then we lost touch. As one avid gardener to another....I will miss you. Pamela Domick
Carol Capogreco-Wells
June 26, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Jean's passing.She was a role model of devotion,positive energy,and strength.Her smiling face and kind spirit will never be forgotten.
Kaye Jaeger
June 26, 2013
Jeanne was a role model of caring and living life to the fullest...one day at a time. She will be missed.
Penny and Fred Raynor
June 26, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss of a wonderful lady. My Mom (Susan Domick) and I loved to walk her gardens with her. You are in our prayers.
Tye Brady
June 25, 2013
So very sad to hear. Jean was a great person and my first employer. She was very kind and cared tremendously for others. She will be fondly remembered.
Pat & Family Benjamin
June 25, 2013
Our deepest sympathies in warm memories of a beautiful, kind, hard working messenger of God.Jean will be greatly missed by many.Heartfelt strength and prayers be with you.
Suzanne & Jim Stout
June 25, 2013
I will miss Jean's serenity and dedication at our Tuesday/Thursday Yoga classes. Jim and I send our deepest sympathy to the whole family.
June 25, 2013
To Paul and the Arena Family....Deep sadness fills my heart for your loss. May God comfort you and your family thru this time of sorrow.. Paul Clements, Ossining, New York
Dale Jacobson
June 25, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I had the honor of knowing Jean so many years ago as the wife of Ron Jacobson. What a beautiful inspiration she was to all who knew her. Whenever I saw her she always spoke and made me feel special. May she rest in peace and enjoy her eternal life, reuniting with her beloved Louie.
June 25, 2013
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing Paul. The times we talked with her we found her to be a most gracious individual. Our deepest sympathies are sent to you and your family.
James and Liz Stephens
Ron, Linda & Brian Buckley
June 25, 2013
We were so shocked and sorry to hear of Jean's passing. She was a VERY gracious lady and she will be missed.
Tony Mangano
June 25, 2013
To the Arena Family,
Please accept our condolences for your sudden loss. Jean was a dear friend of my parents, Sam and Marie Mangano, and befriended my younger brother Michael. She would often send postcards from her trips and never forgot his birthday or special holiday. She was a special person and will be greatly missed. How blessed and lucky we were to know her!
Tony and Chris Mangano
Kathleen Hogan
June 25, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Suzzanne Rosselot
June 25, 2013
Jean,you will be missed, every week. I am so sorry for your family to have to let go of you so early. Loved hiking with you. For sure, I will miss your vivaciousness and the reminder to be myself!
David Hill
June 25, 2013
Paul and Sarah my family and I are so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was always so kind every time my Mom and I came to the Eis House every Friday. She will be missed.
June 25, 2013
Jean was in our yoga class at the YMCA.She was a bright star,and we will miss her dearly.Namaste'Jean
The yoga girls
Nancy Marks
June 25, 2013
I will always look at the Eis House gardens as a reflection of the beautiful person who tended to them. Jean will be missed and my heart goes out to her family and friends.
Deborah Schembri
June 25, 2013
Paul and Sarah , your mom was my hero, i didn't have to talk or see her daily, but i knew she was there for me, as for so many others that loved her so. RIP my dear friend, you will be missed!! xoxo
Le Moyne College, Office of Alumni and Parent Programs
June 25, 2013
Please accept the sympathy of Le Moyne College on the occasion of the death of your mother. Be assured of our prayers for her, for you and for your family.
Michele Lallier
June 25, 2013
I am so sad to hear of Jean's passing and my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Jean was so much fun to be around when I worked at and visited the Eis House. She had a way of making everyone feel welcome when they were there!
Pamela Walker
June 25, 2013
I am so shocked and saddened to learn of Jeans passing. she was one of my favorite customers where I work at Natur-Tyme. whenever I saw her in the store I'd walk right up to her and see what she needed. she was always so vibrant and lively.
Barb Hall
June 25, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the family. I met Jean several years ago. She and I had golfed together a few times. She was an inspiration to me. She was a kind hearted person. This classy lady will never be forgotten. You will be missed by many people Jean. RIp
June 25, 2013
Paul,Sarah and family very sorry for your loss. Mike Mitchell
GRETTA STORRS
June 25, 2013
I AM SOO SHOCKED TO SEE THIS! JEAN & I ALWAYS GET TOGETHER WHEN I COME TO NY IN SUMMER AND WAS LOOKING FORWARD TO OUR VISIT. SHE WAS SUCH A SPECIAL PERSON AND LOVING FRIEND. I AM SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS HER FAMILY IS FEELING AND FOR ME. SHE WAS A WONDERFUL FRIEND. JEAN, YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART!!
June 24, 2013
I would like to start a Jean story book
but I think the library of Congress would be the only place that could hold it all .the title would be good times with jean . the chapter
titles would sound like this ,gardening with Jean ,golfing with Jean traveling with Jean , road
trips with Jean ,you can your own titles ,Jean you will always be with me
mark osta
Raylene Spriggs
June 24, 2013
Paul. Sarah, Louis and Marteen, I am so very sorry for your loss. I have always admired Jeans gardens. Raylene Spriggs
Diane spuches
June 24, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 24, 2013
Paul and Sarah, we are so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Chet and Lisa Hains
June 24, 2013
Paul and Sarah, we are so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Chet and Lisa Hains
Suzie Buckley-Bunce
June 24, 2013
So sorry for your loss Paul & Sarah you are in our thoughts & prayers
karen obrien
June 24, 2013
What a shock. Jeans warmth and caring made days brighter for so many. There was not a time I spent with her I did not come away happier. She will be greatly missed. I am so very sorry. To honor her we must all smile more and be kinder to others.
Karen O'Brien (Fulton, NY)
Ray White
June 24, 2013
Jean had left a foot print on my heart that could never be washed away. My sympathy to the family and all who knew her.
sandra fitzgerald
June 24, 2013
Sending deepest sympathy to family and friends.Jean will be sadely missed by all who knew her.
Brenda & Thomas Dann
June 24, 2013
So very sorry to hear of her passing. Our condolences to all who loved her.
Janet Ohlsen
June 24, 2013
Jean was the most caring, understanding and a wonderful friend. Jean, you helped and continue to help me make my life full. your support and love of life will always be of inspiration
She live a full and happy life. You will be missed.
Beth Cheney Greer
June 24, 2013
Jean was a wonderful person; full of life and fun. She gave me a ride in her Porsche one day; what a blast and what a lead foot! We discovered that I had babysat her brothers kids when I was younger. My deepest sympathy to all the family. I am saddened by her passing; she will be missed.
Lee Cash
June 24, 2013
Such a loss of a bright light to the world.
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