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Chester Arthur Obituary
Star, Idaho: Chester Anthony Arthur, age 70, of Star, Idaho, died on August 29, 2011 after a brief illness. He was born in Ithaca, New York on November 9, 1940 to Clifford D. and Rose Tobias Arthur. Prior to moving to Idaho in August 2010, he resided in Cherry Valley, California. In addition to his wife of 46 years, Carol Spencer Arthur, he is survived by his sons, Kristopher (Terri) of Cedarpines Park, California and Eric (Charity) of Star, Idaho; brothers, Clifford (Catherine), Wayne and sister, Sandra Ayers, all of Ithaca; grandchildren, Alyssa and Andrew; step-granddaughters, Krista, Dana, and Abbey, as well as many brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins. He is pre-deceased by his parents and sisters, Sharon and Joyce. Chet graduated from Ithaca High School in 1958 and served in the U.S. Army from 1961-64. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree from SUNY Buffalo in 1970, a Master of Science degree in Education from Canisius College, Buffalo in 1972 and a Master's level credential in teaching Severely Emotionally Disturbed (SED) children from UC Riverside. His teaching career spanned over 30 years at the High School level and included English and Special Education. He published a prize- winning short story "A Marker for Joyce" in 1987. He retired in 2002 and enjoyed traveling, golfing, bowling and above all, spending time with his family. A memorial service will be held at St. Michael's Episcopal Cathedral in Boise at 2pm, Saturday September 10th with a Thanksgiving celebration of his life to follow on September 11th at his home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests simply gifting an individual or family in need or a donation to: St. Michael's Episcopal Cathedral, 518 N 8th St., Boise, ID 83702 or St. John's Episcopal Church, 210 N Cayuga St., Ithaca, NY 14850.
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Harold Adams
August 29, 2020
Carol & family,
Thinking of you and the family during this time of remembrance of Chet! May God bless you and bring you peace and even a bit of laughter of all the memories you all held dear! Love & prayers, Harold & Beverly Adams
Matthew Arthur
September 8, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear of Chet's passing, even though it has been several years since I have seen him, I thought of him often. Chet and Carol where always so happy to see family when we got together. I remember visiting Chet and Carol 10 years ago with my sister in California. we had such a great time talking and learning about our father and old times in Ithaca, NY. He will be truly missed. My heart goes out to the family.
Matthew
Linda Rumsey
September 7, 2011
Although it has been many years I still have very fond memories of Chet, his love of life and always looking for answers. I am sorry my children did not know their Uncle Chet, Aunt Carol and cousins better. Chet made life better for those he knew. May God keep Chet and his family in His heart.
Linda Rumsey
Colleen Arthur
September 6, 2011
You will be missed very much Uncle Chet. Peace and love to Aunt Carol and family
Harold Adams
September 3, 2011
Carol & family, We will truly miss Chet! He always brought a smile and lots of love wherever he went. You could tell he loved you , his children, grandchildren, and his brothers and sisters! I'm glad we got to spend time with him @ the family picnics when you all came back to NY. Love you Carol-you are in our prayers! Harold & Bev Adams
GLORIA SPELL
September 3, 2011
REST IN PEACE. A VERY SPECIAL PERSON. GOD BLESS. GLORIA SPELL
Theresa & Raymond Pomietlarz
September 3, 2011
I remember Chet keeping the illusion alive for his boys during the Christmas Holiday by climbing onto the roof to create foot prints of Santa and reindeer s. That's how much he loved his sons. Will be greatly missed.
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