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John C. Arvin
GARY, IN - John C. Arvin, age 71, passed away at his home in Gary on January 11, 2020.
John was the owner of Arvin's Cedar Bar in Calumet Township for 44 years, and worked with the Painter's Union Local 460 both as a painter and business agent for 41 years.
He is survived by his loving wife, Debra; his son, John E. (Amy) Arvin; his daughter: Christine Arvin; his step-sons: Larry and Christopher Vickery; cherished grandchildren: Payton Evans, Troy (Andrea) Kemper, C.J., Laura, Emily, John and Gavin Vickery; and great grandchildren: Timothy and Nevaeh Kemper; and many friends.
Preceded in death by his parents: John V. and Nellie Arvin; and dear son: Clayton Arvin.
Friends are invited to call on Thursday, January 16, 2020 from 4:00-8:00 PM at RENDINA FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Cleveland Street, Gary. Funeral service Friday, January 17, 2020 at 10:00 AM also at the funeral home. Interment Ridgelawn Cemetery.
For more info, call 219-980-1141 or visit www.mycalumetpark.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Arvin
Al Cunningham
January 11, 2021
Hard to think John has been gone from us for a year. My condolences to the entire family
RICH & BRIAN NOVAK
January 22, 2020
JOHN ENJOYED MANNY LAMB&PIG DINNERS AT YOUR PLACE,WITH MIKE ,GEORGE,&KOLLITAS R.I.P
steven rattray
January 18, 2020
rip john god love ya thanks foreverything
GARY SORIA
January 18, 2020
to the family of John Arvin, sorry for your loss. he was a very kind man and may he rest in peace.
Sheryl Moore
January 17, 2020
My deepest sympathy to John's family. John was a good man . I knew him for a lot of years as he frequented the Paragon , I never seen him with out a smile . RIP my friend . You will be missed .
Kimberly Ellis
January 16, 2020
Debbie I am so sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you and the family. Rest in peace.
Christopher Stone
January 16, 2020
RIP John
Patrick Lelek
January 16, 2020
So sorry about John's passing. He will be missed by many people, he was a good man. God Bless his family.
Mark Thiros
January 16, 2020
John was a good man and a good friend to the Hunky Hollow. He will be missed.
Annie & Dean Petho
January 15, 2020
God speed, Arvin! You will be missed by many.
Michael Jacobsen
January 15, 2020
I will miss John when I first started teaching the Opcmia Cement Masons John told me (over a Beer) how important of a job I have being responsible For bringing the next generation of Cement Masons into the future he definitely made me realize I had a huge responsibility. I never lost track of that RIP my Brother
Arthur Roberts
January 15, 2020
Always with a real handshake & smile-John
was a true Union Man who with his many
unselfish ways will be remembered in doing
so. Thanks Again.
Diane Andrews
January 15, 2020
He was a rock at times thru my life. And I will always remember the help he gave me. Enjoy eternity as you enjoyed life. Xoxo
Kim & Jeff Vandergraff
January 15, 2020
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers.
Sharon Botts
January 15, 2020
So sorry to hear this, may you Rest In Peace John !
Jay and Amy Gidley
January 15, 2020
John you were such a great man. You will be missed by so many. Prayers to your family from ours. May you rest in peace.
Mark and Monica Sakon
January 15, 2020
John will be missed by everyone that knew him, know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers
cindy & John Bires
January 15, 2020
such a nice guy. Condolences to the family. John will be so very much missed. Gone to soon. Rest in Peace John
January 15, 2020
John you will be missed by many You always treated me good and always greeted me with a smile I'll miss you until we meet again love ya , your friend Rodney
Bernie & Lenora Swets
January 15, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
James and Anita Steele
January 15, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.John you will be missed. By MY condolences to all Debbie and Chrissy and family Love to all
Lolie Estrada
January 15, 2020
May God watch over you forever more...you were a true gentleman and great neighbor...Lolie and David Estrada
Lorry Malott
January 15, 2020
To truly WONDERFUL human being. Prayers for your family and friends. From Donny Nixon and Lorry Malott.
Lorry Malott
January 15, 2020
Your integrity, compassion and honesty will be truly missed . You were a true friend, and LEGEND. Donny and I were blessed to call you our friend.
Colleen Fahey
January 15, 2020
May you rest in peace
Al Cunningham
January 14, 2020
I always enjoyed being around John. We worked together forming IUPAT District Council 91. He will be truly missed. My prayers to the family. RIP my friend and Union brother.
ramon & Beth morales
January 14, 2020
RIP Arvin much respect for the time we knew you..
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