William Jarvis Obituary
He was born February 12, 1922 in Alburgh, VT.
Mr. Jarvis was a proud veteran of the United States Army having served his country honorably during World War II. He was employed as an underwriter in the insurance industry for many years before working with the American Baptist Convention. He was also a longtime member of First Baptist Church, Lansdale.
Survivors include his son, Craig T. Jarvis (Jane) of Audubon, PA; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and two siblings, Kenneth (Kay) and Theresa, both of Burlington, VT.
Graveside services will be held privately in Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown. Arrangements are by the Huff & Lakjer Funeral Home, Lansdale.
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Carol Hoeksema
February 16, 2025
Uncle Bill was a very kind, smart, accomplished, witty man and a favorite uncle of mine! He was there for me almost 59 years ago, when he and Aunt Faye took time out of his very busy schedule to drive 750 miles across country from Pennsylvania to Illinois to walk me down the aisle at my wedding! My husband and I will never forget that act of love! God blessed Uncle Bill with 103 years of a healthy life! My husband Hank and I very much look forward to seeing him and dear Aunt Faye(my Mother's sister) again in heaven in the not so distant future and will be so happy to be spending eternity in our heavenly home with them and God our heavenly Father! To Uncle Bill's son Craig and Jane and your family, our hearts are sad for your loss and we are praying for God's strength, comfort and peace for you!
Ida Zan
February 15, 2025
Dearest Bill,
We've been friends for over 20 years! I have enjoyed every minute of your wit and brilliance. Your dedication to Missions was unwavering. So many great stories you have shared: Trips with Faye to meet supporters in the US, travels for ABC with our dear Aunty Lou (Louise Paw, ABC), Your humorous "Infantry Roll" email following a spill at BP, Following your serious illness upon the Covid restriction lift - "Don't sing Amazing Grace. That is for funerals. Sing Kumbaya.", Your ear of friendship as I navigated my mother's last illness and move.
Now you are surely in the arms of Jesus Christ, Our Savior. Job well done, Brother in Christ! Ida along with Dave, NuNu, and Debbie.
Kim Scholes
February 13, 2025
Uncle Bill, I will always treasure the wonderful trip I took with you and Aunt Fay one summer of my fourth grade year. Rest in peace, Elegant Gentleman.
Grateful
February 13, 2025
William,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
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Robert J. Miklas, USN.
February 13, 2025
A soldier from the greatest generation has passed away today. William, you are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow war veteran. We all are grateful for your stepping up to the plate when your country needed you the most. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to sound ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Farewell fellow veteran.
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