Robert Wade Van Arkel

Robert Wade Van Arkel

Robert Van Arkel Obituary

Published by Wallace Family Funeral Home and Crematory - Newton on Apr. 24, 2019.
Robert was born on March 5, 1960 and passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2019. Robert was a resident of Newton, Iowa at the time of passing. He was raised in Newton, Iowa and graduated from Newton High School in 1978. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 26, at the Newton Church of the Way. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Bob's name (checks made payable to Kim Van Arkel) may be left at the church the day of the service or at the funeral home.

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April 25, 2019

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April 23, 2019

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Linda and Cameron

April 25, 2019

We are so very sorry for your loss. Although we cannot be with you in person, our hearts are with you and we hold you close.

Heather Agnew-Moore

April 23, 2019

I am sad beyond words for your loss. I pray that God be with you and your family in the days and weeks ahead.

Mark Babcock

April 23, 2019

Our prayers for God's comfort and peace are offered for the Van Arkel family. We are deeply saddened at this sudden, tragic loss. Mark Babcock

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April 25, 2019

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