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William Charles "Bill" ARENDT Sr.

1928 - 2014

BORN

1928

DIED

2014

William ARENDT Obituary

ARENDT, Sr., William "Bill" Charles

William "Bill" Charles Arendt, Sr., 86, died Tuesday, August 26, 2014. Born in the Allingtown section of West Haven, CT, on December 23, 1928, he was the son of Robert Louis and Mildred Hicks Arendt. Bill grew up in Manchester, CT and he was a resident of West Hartford from 1971 until relocating to Tequesta, FL in 2005. He was an employee of the Town of West Hartford for more than 30 years as a manager for the Veterans Memorial Skating Rink, Physical Services Department and Capital Projects Development and had previously managed the Sun Oil regional depot in East Hartford, CT. Bill served in the Air Force and in his youth was a nationally ranked competitive speed skater. He was a founding member of the Sperry's Glen and Storrs Figure Skating Clubs and a member of the Charter Oak Figure Skating Club in West Hartford. An avid boater and fisherman, he spent summers boating with his wife, family and friends in Mystic, CT for more than 20 years. Upon relocating to Florida he became a active member of the Tequesta Country Club.

He is survived by a son and two daughters, Dr. William C. Arendt, Jr. of Fayetteville, GA, Nannette R. Woodcock of Middle Haddam, CT, Elizabeth Arendt Noble of West Hartford, CT and a granddaughter, Lauren Elizabeth Noble of Brooklyn, NY and West Hartford. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 44 years, Ruth M. Arendt of West Hartford, a daughter Mildred "Millie" J. Arendt of Canton and his two brothers Robert L. Arendt of Coventry and Ernest Arendt of Manchester. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions can be made to the National Parkinson Foundation or the American Diabetes Association.

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Published by The Palm Beach Post from Sep. 14 to Sep. 15, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for William ARENDT

15 Entries

Diane Nugent

June 7, 2018

Sorry to hear about your Dads passing . Your Mom and Millie.Your parents were lovely people

October 6, 2014

I am very sad to hear about your Dad. I was recently thinking of him. I have realized (as I grow older) that there are a few people that have a profound influence on you in your younger years that stretch into the rest of your of your life. Both your parents had such influence on me. As you may see from my face book page I am the owner of a figure skating shop in Greenwich. ( I have sold my sole to skating) We sell skates skating apparel and accessories and sharpen and maintain blades and equipment. I continue to teach skating. Your father taught me how to sharpen skates. Of course his influence on me was far greater. He showed me a disciplined mind that frankly I haven't been able to match. He was my first 'boss' against which I have measured all my other bosses. They all fell short of Bill.( Probably why I am self employed.)I would have liked to show him the shop. Someday if you are in the Shelton to Greenwich area we could have lunch. I teach skating in Shelton. My daughter and I coach a synchronized skating team at the Rinks at Shelton as well as teach privately. I'd like to show you the shop in Greenwich. Let me know what your doing. Say hi to the family and express my regrets. Hope you are well.

September 19, 2014

So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.. I graduated in 71 along with your sister Millie... just learned of her passing too... sorry for all your losses

Leanne DeMars Moran

September 19, 2014

Nannette-It has been a long time but I saw the sad news of your dad's passing and I had to tell you how sorry I am It is so difficult to loose a parent. I remember all of the wonderful family dinners when I stayed over your house and how envious I was because we didn't do that. (I also remember helping with the dishes while your parents had coffee and their time and heaven help anyone who disturbed them!) Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss.
Lee

Veterans Memorial Skating Rink

September 15, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to Bill's family.

The Staff at Veterans Memorial Skating Rink, West Hartford

Gail Scranton

September 15, 2014

Nannette
Sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My sincere condolences to you and your family.

Tracy Dorman

September 14, 2014

Elizabeth,

My deepest sympathy to you and Lauren

Kevin Parker

September 14, 2014

Skip and family; Very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He gave me my first job while I was in high school and I'll always remember him as a kind and fair man.

Michael Enders

September 14, 2014

Nanette, Skip & Liz;

I am very sorry to hear that "Uncle Bill" had died. He was a cool guy and led a great life.

September 12, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Elaine & Tom Duff

September 12, 2014

Willie, as we fondly called him, was a great friend with whom I skated with. He was a friend for many years. I was in his wedding and he was in mine back in 1953! The last time we saw him was at Ruth's wake. He was a great friend and I'm sorry we didn't keep in touch. Elaine & Tom Duff

Carleen Borawski

September 11, 2014

Bill was a very nice person and everyone liked him at the Town of West Hartford. My condolences to his family.

September 11, 2014

I remember Bill as a thoughtful and fair manager at the rink. I enjoyed teaching with your mom Ruth for many years. I am so sorry for you loss. Mickey Harris

SANDRA (HUFFORD) SUNDIN

September 10, 2014

Liz ~ blast from the past... I was so sorry to hear about your dad. Hugs and prayers for you and your family....

Sheila Chunis

September 10, 2014

Mr Arendt gave me my first job when I moved to CT. I will always recall his quiet and friendly demeanor. My sympathy to the family.

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