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Michael Arvay Obituary

DELAND - Michael Arvay, 64, passed away unexpectedly April 13, 2024, at his home.
He served in the U.S. Navy, stationed in Jacksonville, assigned to the USS Forrestal.
Michael became a Class A mechanic/welder, worked at the Fulton Fish Market in New York City, and then became a long-haul truck driver.
He was a devout Christian, reading a passage from the Bible daily.
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Published by The West Volusia Beacon from May 27 to Jun. 17, 2024.

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Larry Deutsch

May 31, 2024

Mike, or as I called you Big Mike, you will be missed. We played together in a band and you were a great guy and a fantastic musician. Not to mention an inspiration to me.

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