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Steve Arrowood Obituary
He was born in Gastonia on Oct. 3, 1932, son of the late Lewis William and Maude Hull Arrowood.
Mr. Arrowood grew up in West Gastonia. He was a charter member of East Garrison Baptist Church. Steve was a US Army Korean War Veteran, where he was a machine gun specialist.
For more than 20 years. he was employed with Groves Thread Manufacturing Company and later retired with George Mason Realty after 15 years. Mr. Arrowood loved scouring the flea market for treasures and spent his weekends doing just that. Over the years, he was always there to lend a hand and check in on the elderly shut-ins that he knew were in need. He never met a stranger and had a strong, deep love for his family.
A service to celebrate his life will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday at Greene Funeral Service, South Chapel in Gastonia, officiated by Pastor Pat Arrowood.
A visitation will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Survivors are his loving wife of 56 years, Evelyn Parrott Arrowood, of the home; daughters, Becky Kendrick and husband Allen of Kentucky, Donna Arrowood of Gastonia, Martha Miller Pelc and husband Russ of Dallas, Beth Archer and husband Richard of Gastonia; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild; sisters, Hilda Olive and husband Jack of Gastonia, Ann Williams of South-port, Patsy Summitt and husband Ben of Gastonia; brothers, Bill Arrowood and wife Pat of Newbern; very close friend and buddy, Tim Martin and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Steve Lewis Arrowood Jr. and a brother, Benjamin Arrowood.
Interment will be at Gaston Memorial Park in Gastonia.
Memorials may be made to Gaston Hospice, P. O. Box 3984, Gastonia, NC 28054
Condolences may be sent to www.greenefuneral.com
Arrangements by Greene Funeral Service, South Chapel in Gastonia.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steve Arrowood
David, Lil D', Cory Jordan
July 30, 2008
Our condolence goes out to all in this time of grief. The memories I hold in my heart and in my mind of U will always bring comfort and a smile
to me.
Love and miss U Uncle Steve.
Martha Miller Pelc
July 28, 2008
I am Steve's daughter, Martha Jane.
I want to express my sadness and upset over the fact that I inadvertantly left out Steve's brother's name from the obituary.
Ray Everette Arrowood was Steve's eldest brother and much loved by Steve. Ray sadly passed many years ago and in my grief I simply was not thinking straight. I am sorry for any hurt that this may have caused for Ray's family. They are all very much loved and I want them to know this.
I asked for everyone to look the information over and no one saw my omission..
Please forgive me for this. It saddens my heart to think that I left Ray out.
Dad loved him so much.
Thanks for all of your kind words and deeds during this time of deep loss for our family.
We are blessed to be so loved.
Martha
Amy South
July 24, 2008
I really wish I had gotten the chance to visit with Uncle Steve once more. I remember the day we went to the cemetary when I was in my teens and he told me the story about the flowers there. It is one of my treasured memories. Uncle Steve was no stranger to generosity. God bless you all during this time.
Pam Kelly
July 23, 2008
All of Steve's friends at St. Michael's Thrift Store will miss him. He's been a part of us for many years - always with a smile and a hug and a story to tell.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family as we say goodbye to our friend, Steve.
Pam Kelly, Carolyn Bergman, De Watson and all of the Volunteers
angelia flemmons
July 23, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Maryjane & Joel peavy
July 22, 2008
We meet Steve 1 time and we fell in love with all of you.Just wish we could havehad more time together.Love to all.
Melisa Lackey
July 22, 2008
I will always remember Uncle Steve as a jokester. He always made me laugh.
Dan & Susan (Wallace) Robinson
July 22, 2008
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort and peace in the days and weeks ahead.
Misti Congleton
July 22, 2008
I just want to offer my deepest condolences to your family in the loss of your loved one. I work across the hall from Beth and have been talking back and forth with her about her dad. May God give you peace and comfort at this very hard and sad time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Chapel Grove Day Care
July 22, 2008
Ms. Evie, we at Chapel Grove Day Care are so sorry for the loss of your beloved Steve. If ever you need us, call.
Lisa Hyder
July 22, 2008
Mrs. Arrowood
I am so sorry to hear about Steve. He always came to pay his insurance with a smile on his face. We will greatly miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Dave Brockman
July 22, 2008
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
J J Heath
July 22, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers, please accept our deepest sympathy. ( valve team )
Michaelyne South
July 21, 2008
I will miss him so much. He was like the father I lost many years ago. He was so much like my dad, his brother. Full of love. I love you all and do wish I could be there with you.
Dorothy & Rebecca Hansford
July 21, 2008
Rebecca and I are so sorry to read about Steve. We always enjoyed talking to him when he came over to our house. We will miss him dearly. May God bless you and your family. We moved to Wichita to be near my son after Troy passed away. He thought the world of Steve.
Love, Dot and Rebecca
Jerry and Vicky Hinson
July 21, 2008
We are sadden by Steves passing will miss him always,was a very kind man and good friend.
Ronnie & Trudy Pope
July 21, 2008
We were so sorry to hear about Steve. Our prayers are with you during this time.
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