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Arlon Gripentrog Obituary

Gripentrog, Arlon Ross Swartz Creek Age 79, died July 26, 2015. Funeral services will be held 2 PM Friday July 31, at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek. Visitation will be held 11 AM until time of service. Those desiring may make contributions to the American Diabetes Association or Parkinson's Foundation. Arlon was born November 25, 1935 in Flint the son of Leonard and Dorothy Gripentrog. He married Barbara J. Lee on March 15, 1965 in Kankakee, Illinois. He was a construction Foreman for the City of Flint. He enjoyed woodworking, football and baseball. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; son, Todd Lee Gripentrog of Burton; grandson, Tyler Gripentrog; sister, Kay LeTourneau; 2 brothers, Kurt Gripentrog and Denny Gripentrog; several nieces and nephews; 2 special friends, Gary Lehr and Chris Olivo. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Gary. Tributes may be shared on the obituaries page at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com

Published by Flint Journal from Jul. 27 to Jul. 30, 2015.
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My deepest sympathy to Arlon's family, and my thoughts and prayers are with you. He was a wonderful friend!
Marilyn Hull West

July 30, 2015

Sorry to hear of Arlon's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Ken and Phyllis Byers

July 29, 2015

So sorry to hear this....sending sympathy and prayers to family & friends.
Friends with Barb & Arlon many, many years.

Janice Evans-Bombe

July 29, 2015

"Grip" was a fine football player at Flint Northern, and part of a very nice family. I was closer to his younger brother, Kurt - but knew Arlon both from high school and from the City work he did. Great guy!

Jack Minore

July 29, 2015

Sending my condolences to the family. May God give you strength and peace during this difficult time. (Psalm 29:11)

July 28, 2015

May Arlon rest with the Holy Spirit along with his loved ones. The whole Gripentrog family was a blessing to me, especially my dearest friend, Kay. Their mom, Dot, was my second mom growing up!
Namaste
Mary Davies and Don

Mary Davies

July 28, 2015

Sorry about your loss. Arlon was a great person. I always enjoyed knowing him. Remember the good times.

Madeline Martin

July 27, 2015

"Grip" was my supervisor many years ago when I worked summers for the Park & Recreation Board in Flint. He was a great boss and am sure he had a good life.

Rick York

July 27, 2015

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