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Arch West Obituary

West, Arch C. The inventor of the Dorito Corn Chip passed on September 20, 2011. Arch C. West is credited with taking this product from conception all the way to market. He was born in Indianapolis on 9-8-14. He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlotte F. West. He is survived by sons Jack wife Paula, Greg wife Ann, Dick, daughter Jana Hacker husband Gary, Barbara and grand/great grandchildren- Caroline, Suzy, Jack Jr., Tori, Tim, Chris, Laura, Sarah, Jon, Katherine, Brian, Britt, Nicholas, Elizabeth, Alexandra, Cody, Callie and Carson. Arch graduated from Franklin College where he was a member of Delta Rho fraternity. Some life highlights: He served as a lieutenant in the Navy in WW2, worked on Madison Ave in NY, NY was recruited to come to Texas to work as marketing VP for the Frito-Lay company. After retirement, he and Charlotte volunteered on FEMA's disaster relief team. He was a founding member of Ridgeview Presbyterian church and served on various Boards of Directors. He is admired and loved by many; he will be missed.

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Published by Dallas Morning News on Sep. 22, 2011.

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Elizabeth DiGregorio

October 13, 2011

To the Arch West Family, I had the honor of working with your father in Ft. Chaffee, Arkansas where we were both FEMA disaster workers. His passion, enthusiam, and humor got us through some tough times. I loved meeting your gracious mom as well. What a team they were! Thank you for sharing your parents with me.

Darlene Frawley

September 27, 2011

God Bless you for leaving this world a better place than when you arrived

Don Birdseye

September 27, 2011

Greg and Dick: I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. I'll always remember the welcoming warmth I felt whenever I was with your family.

SCOTT CHAMBERLAND

September 26, 2011

REST IN PEACE

September 26, 2011

Much to our delight, Arch & Charlotte lived here at the Classic Residence for many years & you could not meet two finer people! We often referred to them as the "King & Queen of the Classic" because they were so beloved by all in their "kingdom"!
Dee Thornton, Director of Resident Services

Idarion King

September 26, 2011

I just learned a bit of history today. I never knew that Mr. West was the creator of the snack I have grown to love. May he rest in peace. I will be praying for the loved ones he left behind. GOD BLESS YOU

Henry Gunn

September 23, 2011

I am sad to hear of yours and Greg's loss.

Cindy Patterson

September 22, 2011

The torch doesn't pass from one generation to another without great pain and difficulty but when it does we step in and with God's grace and courage, brace our shoulders and carry it proudly because of the pride we have for the ones who passed it on.

Brie Triplett (Sabin)

September 22, 2011

What a great guy!! One of the best "Dads" of our group growing up. I will miss him but have peace knowing he is now with his Lord and Charlotte.
Lots of prayers for the family. Love you all.

Sheryl Mexic

September 22, 2011

Arch and Charlotte were my neighbors and I miss them. I never knew he invented Doritos.

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