Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Grand Blanc, Michigan
WALLI, Arne P. ? Of Grand Blanc, formerly of Flushing, age 93, died
Thursday, May 8, 2014 at Cranberry Park Assisted Living in Clio.
Funeral service will be held at 12 noon Tuesday, May 13, 2014 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road.
A Private burial in Montrose Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation.
Visitation 12-8 p.m. Monday and 11 a.m. Tuesday until the time of the service at the funeral home.
Arne was born January 2, 1921 in Wright MN, the son of Jacob and Sophia Walli. He graduated from Cromwell High School in MN. Arne was a veteran of World War II. He married Frances Rose Skrzela on August 23, 1944 in Flint, MI. Arne and Fran opened Walli?s first Drive-In Restaurant in 1950. He continued growing his businesses adding 2 additional restaurants and 3 hotels. His most popular restaurant was Walli?s Supper Club, ?Famous for Smorgasbord?. Arne was a member and Past President of the Beecher Lions Club and was one of the original five who incorporated the ?Flint Area Convention and Tourist Council? in 1976.
Surviving are his sons, Ken (Gloria) of Grand Blanc, Bob (Sandy) of Grand Rapids;
5 grandchildren, Tim (Jacquie) Walli, Tami (Steve) Wolfram, Ron (Erin) Walli, Bob Walli and Vicki Walli;
7 great-grandchildren, Makenzie, Lance, Payton, Reese, Sydney, Shea & Avery;
2 brothers, Sulo (Delores) and Ray (Donna).
He was preceded in death by his wife Fran, sisters, Ida. Laura, Alma Bordwell and Jennie Waisanen, brothers, Eino, Arthur, Henry, Ernie and Carl.
The family would like to offer a special thank you to the Staff at Cranberry Park in Clio for their wonderful care.
Arnie was one of the nicest men and best boss I had in the 5os and 60s
Sandra (Willams) Byberneit
May 02, 2019 | Houghton Lake (Flint), MI | Acquaintance
It was an honor and privilege to work for such a good man. I worked for almost 17 years at the restaurant on Center road. He will surely be missed. My condolence to the family. God Bless. Bonnie DeFord Maggard
May 15, 2014
Ken, Gloria and family- As a 1963 graduate of Beecher High School, Walli's hold a very special place in all of our hearts. Our deepest condolences go out to the entire Walli family.
God Bless!
Dale & Ann Dobbs
Dale Dobbs
May 15, 2014 | Bradenton, FL
So many fond memories of Arne from my trips to Michigan for the Walli family reunion as a kid. He was really the figure head of the family. What a generous man and I'm glad to have known him and have a few good memories. Last time I saw him a few years ago he still remembered a funny anecdote about me from decades earlier and had a nice talk about my future goals. My deepest sympathy on your loss.
- Lonnie Bradford (son of Melinda Walli, grandson of Carl Walli).
Lonnie Bradford
May 15, 2014 | Kaneohe, HI
Our Deepest Sympathy,
FIRST CLASS TRAVEL CLUB...and
neighborhood members of Wallis.
From the entire membership.
Sadie Williams
May 14, 2014 | Grand Blanc, MI
Arnie and Fran were wonderful people. I worked for the both of them in the late 50's and easily 60's. The best I ever worked for. I was a car hop and later a waitress on the day shifts. Then there was Kenny and Bobby. lol!! Thanks for the wonderful memories. Life was wonderful and safe in those days. Now that was a great life. I remember Arnie's laugh and watching for him to set on the stool at the end of the counter on north Saginaw St. He always remembered me when I saw him many...
Sandy Williams-Byberneit
May 13, 2014 | Houghton Lake, MI
I will always remember the visits, dinners and especially the card games we had together in Florida. We will miss him.
Donna & Gene Mann
May 13, 2014 | Flushing
I am saddened by the loss of Grandpa, I wish I could of been there to pass on my condolences. Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…my thoughts are with the family during this difficult time. Lisa Walli
Lisa Walli
May 13, 2014 | Grand Rapids, MI
Thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.He was a very special man.
Darlene Sensor
May 13, 2014 | Prudenville, MI
