John Joseph Arndorfer
December 22, 2017
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John Joseph Arndorfer
Of Des Moines, Iowa
John Arndorfer, age 64, passed away on Friday, December 22, 2017 at University Park Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. He was born the son of Arnie and Betty Arndorfer on December 27, 1952 in Algona, Iowa.
John proudly served his country in the US Navy where he travelled to San Diego, Japan and Hawaii. He loved his job working at O’Reilly’s Auto Parts, where his coworkers were just like family. John will be lovingly remembered by his independence that he thoroughly enjoyed and the many jokes he loved sharing with others.
He is survived by his siblings, Thomas (Marilyn) Arndorfer, Diane Arndorfer, Lynn (Denny) Gilson, Jan (Chuck) Frideres, Mike Arndorfer and Lori (John) Daly; goddaughter, Jennifer Gabel; and his many nieces and nephews whom he loved; as well as a host of beloved extended family members and friends.
John was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Mark Arndorfer; niece, Melissa Gilson; uncle, Art Arndorfer; and sisters-in-law, Cathy Arndorfer and Susie Arndorfer.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m., Thursday, December 28, 2017 at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5711 SW 9th Street. The family will greet friends Wednesday, December 27th from 5 to 7 p.m. with the Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Mercy Hospice in memory of John.
Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Gloria Stefani
12/29/2017
I am a retired VA Medical Center employee and first met John at the hospital. I always enjoyed talking to him. He was a very quiet and nice man. I also was pleased to see John at my church (Christ the King Catholic Church). It was a blessing that he had a strong faith and love for the Lord. I was out of town when he died, however, my prayers and sympathy are with his family, especially for his nephew Zach Daly.
Frederick Green
12/27/2017
My heartfelt condolences for the loss of your beloved, John. Please know that Jehovah God and his son Jesus Christ is aware of your pain and they care for you. (2 Corinthians 1:3,4) . I pray that you are able to find comfort in God's promise of paradise where there will be no more pain and sorrow (Revelation 21:4,5) and the many wonderful memories of your loved one becoming a reality in the future resurrection in paradise. (Acts 24:15). Please accept my sincere condolences.
Ed Arndorfer
12/26/2017
My sympathy to all of John's brothers and sisters. Growing up on a farm immediately northeast of John's family, I have many fond memories of times spent with my classmates Mark and Mike and their older brother John. I remember his laugh and his great sense of humor. I knew that John lived in the Des Moines area and I greatly regret not seeking him out to get together and reminisce about the good old days. I will be out of town on December 28th so I will not be able to express my condolences in person, but please know that I am thinking of all of you and that I hope to see you some time soon.