Herbert W. Arp

Herbert Weyland Arp, 94, of Benton, Tennessee passed away peacefully, February 9, 2026, with his family at his side.

Born December 29, 1931, near Blue Ridge, Georgia, he was the middle child of Virgil and Beedie (Patterson) Arp and the last of five siblings who preceded him.

He moved to Ohio in early 1950. He worked many jobs including setting plants at a nursery, working at a nursing home. He married Erdene Harmon with whom he shared 71 years prior to her death in 2022. Five children were born in this union.

One of the many highlights of his life was owning and working at a gas station and garage with his two brothers, BH and James, for five years. During the day he worked at TRW in the automotive testing lab and nights at the gas station. He wasn't idle for long, having worked hard all his life and never met a stranger.

Herbert gave his heart and life to the Lord in his thirties. One remembers meeting Herb and hearing the gospel and his faith. His humor, laughter, dedication, and love for his family will always be remembered.

For sixty years he served the Lord spreading the gospel with music, his guitar and singing group he helped form. They performed in churches, senior centers, and nursing homes in Ohio and Tennessee. Not to mention music and laughter were at family gatherings, picnics, and family reunions. If anyone needed help or aid, Herbert was there to lend a hand without question.

In 1992, after retiring in Ohio, he and Erdene moved to Tennessee where he resided since 1993 in Benton, Tn. In retirement, he enjoyed big gardens which he shared with whoever needed what he raised. He is preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Beedie; sister, Vivian (Fred) Thomas; brothers, BH (Arlene) Arp, and James (Joane) Arp; sister, Gail Long. He is survived by his children, Peggy (Sam) Truitt of Florida; son, Dale (Gloria) of Benton; son, Jeffrey (Susan) of Ohio; daughter, Brenda (Josh) McNeely of Charleston; daughter, Rebecca (Mark) Walters of Benton. A large number of nieces, nephews and extended family. Also, cherished thirteen grandchildren, and eighteen great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life and a Memorial combined will be held at a later date yet to be determined.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.HigginsFunerals.com.

Higgins Funeral Home of Benton is in charge of arrangements.

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