William Van Arsdol
April 13, 2013
William L. Van Arsdol, 69, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2013, at the Iowa Veteran’s Home in Marshalltown.
William was born May 5, 1943, in Dunlap, Iowa, to William and Frances Van Arsdol. He served in the U.S. Marines from 1960 to 1964. William worked in the meat packing industry in Kansas, Missouri, and New York. He retired from Mid Central Plastics in West Des Moines in 2006, and moved to the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown. William enjoyed spending time with his family, playing cards, and NASCAR races. He enjoyed all sports, but was an avid Pittsburg Steelers and Iowa Cubs fan.
William is survived by his sisters, Patricia Miller, Donna (George) Klabunde, Rita Newman, and Gerri Mason; nieces Deana (Larry) Boatwright, Teresa (Jim) Viggers, Tina (Kurt) Groesbeck, Jill (Josh) Buhrows, LeFran Newman, and Shannon (Anthony) Thede; nephews, John (Terri) Miller, Theodore Newman, Curt (Sherri) Rosener, and Tod Mason; many great-nieces and great-nephews; and his many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be held at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, from 10 to 11 a.m., Wednesday, April 17, 2013, followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. Burial will take place 12:30 p.m., Friday, April, 19, 2013, at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown, Iowa.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Heather Crotty
04/18/2013
I am Dennis Forde's daughter. My prayers are with the family. We love you.
Gary Magill
04/18/2013
I knew Billy in High School, he always had a smile and friendly greeting. Great guy, sad to hear he has passed on.
Ramona Powell
04/17/2013
The Larry Nehring Marine Corps League & Auxiliary wish to express their condolences for your loss. May God give you the strength you need at this time of sorrow. Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)
Annette Nelson
04/16/2013
Saw the name and family members and remembered good times in the neighborhood. My thoughts and prayers are with you...
Barb Stutzman Sudbeck & family
04/16/2013
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our hearts and prayers