Arthur Harold Spath, IV

Arthur Harold Spath, IV obituary, Lakeland, FL

Arthur Harold Spath, IV

Arthur Spath, IV Obituary

Visit the Marion Nelson Funeral Home - Lake Wales website to view the full obituary.

Arthur Harold Spath IV passed away unexpectedly at home Sunday January 11, 2026. Arthur was Born to Arthur Harold Spath III and Margaret (Schell) Spath on July 6th 1973. After graduating high school, Arthur joined the United States Navy.

Arthur served in operation Desert Storm proudly serving his country. After a honorable discharge he started his professional career in the automobile business. He quickly worked his way up the ladder to ultimately becoming General Manager of some of the biggest and best car dealers in the Tampa area. Outside of his professional career Arthur was the proud father of his two children Robert Spath and Brianna Spath. Arthur’s happy place was on the ocean in his boat with his kids fishing, swimming and soaking up the Florida sunshine he loved. He was also known to cook the most delicious meals for friends and family. Arthur was hoping to retire in the future and continue his love for the water and buy a sailboat and sail around the world! Arthur also had a passion for helping anybody less fortunate or struggling. He would with out hesitation help them in anyway he could and found it very rewarding in helping those in need. There are no words that can explain the void he has left behind.

In addition to his children, He will be remembered and loved by his mother Margaret Bohne and her husband Carl Bohne, Brother Derick, Uncle Roger and his Nieces who loved Uncle Art so much Katie and Emily Spath.

No local services are scheduled at this time. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.marionnelsonfuneralhome.com.

Marion Nelson Funeral Home - Lake Wales

454 S Buck Moore Rd, Lake Wales, FL 33853

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