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Clinton Arrington Obituary
AMHERST Clinton Julius Arrington, 83, died Monday, Aug. 30, 2010, at his residence. He was the husband of the late Theora Iseman Arrington.
Born Sept. 19, 1926, in Amherst County, he was a son of the late John Lucas and Christine Lawhorne Arrington. He was a member of Blue Ridge Baptist Church and a U. S. Navy veteran of World War II.
He is survived by a son, Larry Arrington, and wife, Kellie, of Amherst; five daughters, Betty A. Evans and husband, Ronnie, of Amherst, Susan A. Parks and husband, Bob, of Suffolk, Debbie A. Campbell and husband, Randy, of Amherst, Laura A. Campbell and husband, Frankie, of Amherst, and Tina Robbins, of Lynchburg, four sisters, Thelma Pomeroy, Rovina Campbell, Madeline DeChant and husband, Harold, and Alice Martin, all of Amherst; 11 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, Cecil and Melvin Arrington, and two sisters, Lorrene Beasley and Marie Andrews.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. today, Sept. 1, 2010, at the Blue Ridge Baptist Church, with the Rev. Allan Monfils and the Rev. Bob Parks officiating. Burial will follow in the Amherst Cemetery with military honors by the American Legion Post #16 of Lynchburg.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Blue Ridge Baptist Church, P.O. Box 863, Amherst, VA 24521.
Driskill Funeral Chapel, Amherst, (434) 946-5529, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Clinton Arrington
Janet Abbott
September 7, 2010
Dear Betty, Sue, Debbie, Laura & Larry, I was so sorry to hear of your
father's death. I know how much you will miss him, but you have the
comfort of knowing you will all be together again. I remember him as
a very sweet man who always had something funny to say. You are
all a wonderful testiment to his love for the Lord and for each one of
you. Your Dad was a true great man of faith.
Much Love to You
Mel & Sue Clark
September 2, 2010
Dear Ronnie & Betty,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Betty's father. Just remember that God is in complete control and that all things are in his hands. We love you both in the Lord, and please feel free to call us at anytime for any reason.
Love in Christ,
Mel and Sue
Joelle Iseman Robinson
September 2, 2010
Dear Betty, Sue, Debbie, Larry, and Laura and families,
Our deep sympathies for the loss of your dad, granddad and great-granddad. There's no one else like Uncle Clint and I will miss him very much. My heart is sad for you and me for our loss of such a great, fun, loving man. I wish I could have been there to visit; know I was there in spirit! Our love and prayers are with you.
Love,
Joelle and family
Tommy & Patsy Gowen
September 2, 2010
We were so sorry to hear about Clint's death. He was such a sweet good man and certainly touched the lives of so many people. I know you will all miss him but I hope you can find comfort in knowing he is now in heaven with others who loved him so much. I can only imagine the smiles as they greeted him. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love you all.
Virginia Campbell-Turner
September 2, 2010
I'm sorry to hear about Uncle Clint. He will be missed. He always greeted us happily and had lots of things to say to keep us laughing and smiling.
Love you all,
Jenny
Andrea Romaker
September 1, 2010
My Deepest Condolences to the Arrington Family, It's been many years since I seen your father, however the memories that I cherish of him and your family will stay with me forever. Your Father was a strong loving person, and showed much love for each and everyone of you. God Bless your Family during this time.
Much Love,
Andrea (Campbell) Romaker
Kevin Iseman
September 1, 2010
Betty, Sue, Debbie, Larry, and Laura
Our deepest condolences and love to each of you. So sorry we could not make it home for the funeral. He was truly one of the finest men I have ever or will ever know. If any of you ever need anything, please let me know.
Love,
Kevin, Teri, Trevor, Mikelle, and Kyle
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