Born April 25, 1938 in Mitchell, South Dakota: a long time resident of Folsom, CA, passed June 19, 2012 at the age of 74. Beloved husband of 37 years to LaNette. He was a devoted father and grandfather. He is survived by his loving children; Brian, Dan, Cynthia, Diane, Jeanette, Leslie, Ed, and Lisa: brother Lloyd and sisters Donna, Darlene and Lois: 16 grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews. Art enlisted at the age of 17 in the USAF. His career spanned 22 distinguished years as an Aircraft Mechanic and Flight Engineer, including 2 years in Vietman and 1 year in Thailand. He retired in 1977 and worked 20 years in Civil Service. He was an avid golfer, fisherman; loved working in the yard and traveling in his 5th wheel. He was fun to be around and had many friends. Services at Miller Funeral Home, 507 Scott Street, Folsom, CA. Rosary 7PM June 27, Funeral Mass at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 307 Montrose Drive, Folsom, CA June 28 at 10AM, reception following. Internment: Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, 5810 Midway Road, Dixon, CA. Remembrances in Art's name may be made to UCSF Foundation, Box 45339, San Francisco, CA 94145. On memo line put #41709, Multiple Myeloma.