Irby N. Arrington, age 91, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2008 at HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital in Sandy, Utah.
Irby was born September 18, 1917 to Cammon A. Arrington and Vivian Hickman Arrington in Milford, Utah. He was married to Faith Jeter Arrington on September 8, 1937 in Evanston, WY. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple.
Irby is survived by his sweet, loving wife, Faith; children, Ann (Bill) Massey, Cammon (Jan) Arrington, Jane (Frank) Hines, Burt (Karen) Arrington and Jeff (Julie) Arrington; brother, Burton Arrington; brother-in-law, Curtis McCullough, and many nieces and nephews. Irby was the "Best Grandpa in the World" as attested by his surviving 20 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. He will be greatly missed by all of us. Irby was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, two brothers, and one grandchild.
Irby was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served diligently as a counselor in two Bishoprics, counselor in a Stake Presidency, Bishop, Sunday School Teacher and held various other positions. He loved working with the youth in his ward and always expressed they were the "finest kids anywhere." He had great compassion for everyone. Irby enjoyed participating in many fun activities over the years. Golfing was #1, but he also loved fishing, bowling, boating, hunting and especially being with his family at his Wanship cabin for special days and "Hot Macaroni." Irby was a man of many accomplishments. He served his country during World War II in the US Army. He was an entrepreneur in the Dry Cleaning business ultimately building a successful family enterprise. He was an active member of the Cottonwood Heights Community Council and instrumental in the development of the Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center and member of the Lions Club. He served on the Salt Lake County Board of Golf, and was a board member of the March of Dimes. He was a Utah State Legislator for six years and sponsored legislation that led to the "Baby Your Baby" program. Irby leaves a legacy of love for his family. He taught us to work hard, be happy, care for others and be compassionate.
A viewing for family and friends will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2008 from 6-8:00 p.m. at Mountain View Memorial Estates Mortuary, 3115 East Bengal Boulevard (7800 South). Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, September 25, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Butler 12th Ward Chapel, 2695 East Fort Union Boulevard (7000 South), with a viewing prior from 9:45-10:45 a.m.
Interment: Mountain View Memorial Estates Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 9/23/2008 - 9/24/2008.
Irby was born September 18, 1917 to Cammon A. Arrington and Vivian Hickman Arrington in Milford, Utah. He was married to Faith Jeter Arrington on September 8, 1937 in Evanston, WY. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple.
Irby is survived by his sweet, loving wife, Faith; children, Ann (Bill) Massey, Cammon (Jan) Arrington, Jane (Frank) Hines, Burt (Karen) Arrington and Jeff (Julie) Arrington; brother, Burton Arrington; brother-in-law, Curtis McCullough, and many nieces and nephews. Irby was the "Best Grandpa in the World" as attested by his surviving 20 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. He will be greatly missed by all of us. Irby was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, two brothers, and one grandchild.
Irby was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served diligently as a counselor in two Bishoprics, counselor in a Stake Presidency, Bishop, Sunday School Teacher and held various other positions. He loved working with the youth in his ward and always expressed they were the "finest kids anywhere." He had great compassion for everyone. Irby enjoyed participating in many fun activities over the years. Golfing was #1, but he also loved fishing, bowling, boating, hunting and especially being with his family at his Wanship cabin for special days and "Hot Macaroni." Irby was a man of many accomplishments. He served his country during World War II in the US Army. He was an entrepreneur in the Dry Cleaning business ultimately building a successful family enterprise. He was an active member of the Cottonwood Heights Community Council and instrumental in the development of the Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center and member of the Lions Club. He served on the Salt Lake County Board of Golf, and was a board member of the March of Dimes. He was a Utah State Legislator for six years and sponsored legislation that led to the "Baby Your Baby" program. Irby leaves a legacy of love for his family. He taught us to work hard, be happy, care for others and be compassionate.
A viewing for family and friends will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2008 from 6-8:00 p.m. at Mountain View Memorial Estates Mortuary, 3115 East Bengal Boulevard (7800 South). Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, September 25, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Butler 12th Ward Chapel, 2695 East Fort Union Boulevard (7000 South), with a viewing prior from 9:45-10:45 a.m.
Interment: Mountain View Memorial Estates Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 9/23/2008 - 9/24/2008.
Irby N. Arrington, age 91, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2008 at HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital in Sandy, Utah.
Irby was born September 18, 1917 to Cammon A. Arrington and Vivian Hickman Arrington in Milford, Utah. He was married to Faith Jeter Arrington on September 8, 1937 in Evanston, WY. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple.
Irby is survived by his sweet, loving wife, Faith; children, Ann (Bill) Massey, Cammon (Jan) Arrington, Jane (Frank) Hines, Burt (Karen) Arrington and Jeff (Julie) Arrington; brother, Burton Arrington; brother-in-law, Curtis McCullough, and many nieces and nephews. Irby was the "Best Grandpa in the World" as attested by his surviving 20 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. He will be greatly missed by all of us. Irby was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, two brothers, and one grandchild.
Irby was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served diligently as a counselor in two Bishoprics, counselor in a Stake Presidency, Bishop, Sunday School Teacher and held various other positions. He loved working with the youth in his ward and always expressed they were the "finest kids anywhere." He had great compassion for everyone. Irby enjoyed participating in many fun activities over the years. Golfing was #1, but he also loved fishing, bowling, boating, hunting and especially being with his family at his Wanship cabin for special days and "Hot Macaroni." Irby was a man of many accomplishments. He served his country during World War II in the US Army. He was an entrepreneur in the Dry Cleaning business ultimately building a successful family enterprise. He was an active member of the Cottonwood Heights Community Council and instrumental in the development of the Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center and member of the Lions Club. He served on the Salt Lake County Board of Golf, and was a board member of the March of Dimes. He was a Utah State Legislator for six years and sponsored legislation that led to the "Baby Your Baby" program. Irby leaves a legacy of love for his family. He taught us to work hard, be happy, care for others and be compassionate.
A viewing for family and friends will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2008 from 6-8:00 p.m. at Mountain View Memorial Estates Mortuary, 3115 East Bengal Boulevard (7800 South). Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, September 25, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Butler 12th Ward Chapel, 2695 East Fort Union Boulevard (7000 South), with a viewing prior from 9:45-10:45 a.m.
Interment: Mountain View Memorial Estates Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 9/23/2008 - 9/24/2008.
Irby was born September 18, 1917 to Cammon A. Arrington and Vivian Hickman Arrington in Milford, Utah. He was married to Faith Jeter Arrington on September 8, 1937 in Evanston, WY. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple.
Irby is survived by his sweet, loving wife, Faith; children, Ann (Bill) Massey, Cammon (Jan) Arrington, Jane (Frank) Hines, Burt (Karen) Arrington and Jeff (Julie) Arrington; brother, Burton Arrington; brother-in-law, Curtis McCullough, and many nieces and nephews. Irby was the "Best Grandpa in the World" as attested by his surviving 20 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. He will be greatly missed by all of us. Irby was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, two brothers, and one grandchild.
Irby was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served diligently as a counselor in two Bishoprics, counselor in a Stake Presidency, Bishop, Sunday School Teacher and held various other positions. He loved working with the youth in his ward and always expressed they were the "finest kids anywhere." He had great compassion for everyone. Irby enjoyed participating in many fun activities over the years. Golfing was #1, but he also loved fishing, bowling, boating, hunting and especially being with his family at his Wanship cabin for special days and "Hot Macaroni." Irby was a man of many accomplishments. He served his country during World War II in the US Army. He was an entrepreneur in the Dry Cleaning business ultimately building a successful family enterprise. He was an active member of the Cottonwood Heights Community Council and instrumental in the development of the Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center and member of the Lions Club. He served on the Salt Lake County Board of Golf, and was a board member of the March of Dimes. He was a Utah State Legislator for six years and sponsored legislation that led to the "Baby Your Baby" program. Irby leaves a legacy of love for his family. He taught us to work hard, be happy, care for others and be compassionate.
A viewing for family and friends will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2008 from 6-8:00 p.m. at Mountain View Memorial Estates Mortuary, 3115 East Bengal Boulevard (7800 South). Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, September 25, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Butler 12th Ward Chapel, 2695 East Fort Union Boulevard (7000 South), with a viewing prior from 9:45-10:45 a.m.
Interment: Mountain View Memorial Estates Cemetery.
Published in the Deseret News from 9/23/2008 - 9/24/2008.
