Arthur Terry Laver

Arthur Terry Laver obituary, Garnet Valley, PA

Arthur Terry Laver

Arthur Laver Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 9, 2024.
Dr. Arthur T. Laver, 81, died peacefully, surrounded by family, at home on 8/29/2024. Dr. Laver was the only child to Irvin and Ruth Laver and grew up in the Main Line area of Philadelphia. He was predeceased by his loving wife of over 40 years, Marcia "Marcy" (nee McMichael) Laver. Dr. Laver graduated from Lower Merion High School before attending Swarthmore College. Dr. Laver then graduated from Hahnemann Medical School prior to enlisting in the United States Air Force. During his time with the Airforce, Dr. Laver was stationed in Tachikawa, Japan and grew to love the culture. Dr. Laver spent over 30 years as an OBGYN at Crozer Chester Medical Center. He loved helping people, horses, traveling, gardening and was an amazing cook. He loved all sports, but especially his hometown teams of Philadelphia. For over 20 years Dr. Laver bred and raised Arabian horses with his loving wife. After retiring from practicing medicine, they established All Riders Up Therapeutic Riding Center to encourage individuals of all ages with special needs an opportunity to reach their potential for physical, behavioral, and social development in an atmosphere of recreation and fun. Dr. Laver is survived by his daughters Rachel Sierk (Peter) and Rebecca Farrell (Jason), and his loving grandchildren Jacob and Jameson Farrell.

The family will have a celebration of life for both Arthur and Marcy Laver at their beloved farm in Garnet Valley at a date to be determined.

In remembrance of Arthur Laver's life and love, the family asks that any charitable donations be made to either Planned Parenthood or Eagles Autism Foundation.

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Esther Cylc Quinn

December 21, 2024

I did not personally know Dr. Laver. However, I worked for Crozer many many years. Dr. Laver was always kind and sweet when ever walking the halls of Crozer. He was one of the good ones. He always had a smile on his face. Sorry for your loss.

Dina Hewes

September 11, 2024

I worked for Art Laver for 15 years, but I did not consider him my employer, I considered him my friend. He was all of the things noted in his obituary and so much more. He was extremely intelligent, well read, compassionate and dedicated to his patients. He was also a fantastic surgeon. The medical community lost a great doctor while the rest of us lost a dear friend. Rest in peace Art.

Dina Hewes

Tracey Longo

September 10, 2024

I am so sorry for your loss . I worked with Dr. Laver for 11 years and he was a great person ,friend and doctor . I will always remember our conversations about Raystown Lake and just general conversation and when I needed advice on something. Rest in peace Dr Laver..

carol collins

September 10, 2024

Artie Laver was my boyfriend at Blue Mountain Camp in the 1950's....Such a sweet boy..such a good soul..such a good son to his parents. I am sad to learn he passed. signed.carol morelli collins

Aniele Kendrick

September 9, 2024

I feel privileged to have been Art's friend for the last 10 years. He had a quiet but keen wit, owned every seasoning and spice ever created, and cared deeply about others. My life has been diminished by his passing. Rest in peace, dear Art. I am consoled to think that you and Marcy are together again.

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