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1954
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2025
David Arthur Obituary
David was born on September 4,1954 in Charleston, WV to John Roger Arthur and Martha June (Stalnaker) Arthur. He graduated from Stonewall Jackson High School in 1972 and went on to work with his father at their family restaurant. David worked and then owned The Grill for 52 years. He is known for his tasty food, his honesty and mostly for loving his wife Kathy and his loyal customers.
David married Kathryn Kay (Reed) Arthur on January 5, 1974. They enjoyed 51 years of marriage and had two children, Miriah and Aja.
David is survived by his wife Kathryn, his two children, Miriah and Aja (and husband Cameron Workman) and two grandchildren Brian Bean and Zida Workman. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roger and June.
The family will be holding a Celebration of life. Information will be shared once finalized.
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Walter Moore
June 27, 2025
My family will miss Dave , Dave and I shared many conversations concerning our Two businesses as well as sports . We had so much in common . I valued his advice and will miss him .
We all grew up together in Bream Church and attended Stonewall Jackson.
Jeff and Jessie Parsons
June 11, 2025
Shocked and so sorry to hear of David´s passing, we were pretty regulars at the Grill for many years . We went when his parents and Kathy and Bruce were there quite often. Great people ,will definitely be missed . Thank you for your dedication to one of our favorite places to eat... David always got the best tomatoes in the valley not to mention how many wonderful dishes he served up over the years.. we are deeply saddened ...deepest sympathy to David´s family.
Roger Young
June 4, 2025
So sorry to hear of David´s passing. I knew David and Roger well in high, always had great respect for them both. He will be missed, by all who have called the West Side home.
Martha Law
June 4, 2025
The Arthur´s and Moores went to church together and we always cared for each other. He was such a good friend to my father, Lou Moore, when he was ill. Much love to everyone. Sincerely, The Moore´s , and the Laws.
Butch Arthur
June 4, 2025
Dave was a great guy. Always enjoy talking to him. He will be sadly missed. May God bless his entire friends and family.
David Jones
June 4, 2025
My deepest condolences to all of his family. I´m so sorry for our loss.
Lydia pottorff
June 3, 2025
So very sorry for the loss of David. He was a great man and will be sadly missed by many lives he touched. Prayers
Randy Bledsoe
June 3, 2025
So sorry to hear the sad news about my classmate, teammate, and old friend. I hadn't seen David in at least 50 years but he was always a great memory from my past. We had some very good times. RIP David.
Vicki Byus Miller
June 3, 2025
So sorry to hear of David´s. passing, we were all part of Bigley School and West Side. Roger and I went all through school together
My deepest sympathies to Theresa, Marty and David wife and daughters. May GOD be with you all during this
trying time.
Helen McDonald Diaz
June 3, 2025
I remember David beginning being a very young boy, he was one of the prettiest little boys that I had ever seen. My sister Tessie babysat the Arthur children for years and that is how I met him. I would see him from time to time through the years he was always very kind. Roger and June Arthur taught their children well and it always showed. So sorry for your loss he was a kind soul and a great hot dog chili maker.
Steve Chambers
June 3, 2025
My sincere condolences to Kathy and the entire Arthur family. I have many fond memories of David from both high school and later years. He was truly a great guy and will be sorely missed.
William (Bill) Arthur
June 3, 2025
My deepest condolences to all of his family. I´m so sorry for our loss.
Jim McKivergin
June 3, 2025
Dave and I graduated the same year (me GW, him Stonewall). We both went to Fairmont to wrestle. Dave left school to pursue a life helping with the family business and to be with who he described as his best friend - Kathryn. Over the years I would run into Dave at the restaurant. He was always so kind and gracious and would reiterate how coming back home was the best move he ever made. Fantastic wrestler, person, man. RIP. - Jim McKivergin
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