Graveside services for Arnold F. Cluchey, 79, Lawrence, will be at 1 pm Friday at Memorial Park Cemetery, with Douglas County Hospice Chaplain Paul Reed officiating. Mr. Cluchey died Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2018, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.
He was born Mar. 16, 1938, in Cornack, Saskatchewan, the son of Arthur B.C. and Inga Frostad Cluchey. He graduated from Eudora High School, where he was homecoming king and excelled in many sports. He later attended Kansas University. Arnie served in the United States Marine Corps reserves, and was employed by Hallmark Cards for more than 20 years, retiring as a supervisor. He also was a partner in a photography business, The Picture Works. He was a master carpenter, and enjoyed SCUBA diving, animals, tennis, motorcycles, and camping. He had a great sense of humor and enjoyed telling jokes.
Arnold married Nancy J. Vandeventer on June 14, 1958, in Lawrence. She survives. Other survivors include two daughters, Norene Hoffhines, and Laura Linder (Stephen); two siblings, Everette Cluchey and Violet Toyne; seven grandchildren, and ten great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Douglas County Hospice, in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, 601 Indiana St., Lawrence, KS, 66044.
Nancy, so sorry to hear about Arnie. Hold on to your precious memories. Our prayers and love
go out to you and your family.
I am sorry to hear this. I remember coming over as a child and watching Milo and Otis with my brother Andy. Thank you for caring for us as children. We are thinking of you. If you would ever like to get together please let me know.
So sorry to see that Arnold died, Nancy. Often think about you and our days working at KU. I Know that you and your family have many happy memories of him. Please know that I will include you in my prayers.
Nancy, Noreen and Laura. I am so sorry to hear of Arnie’s passing. I have thought of your family, many times, over the years. I have many memories of hunting trips and other times . I always enjoyed those times. I ate breakfast, this morning, with my father and other men, from the Hallmark days. We all shared stories and memories. Jim Adams
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family. We enjoyed getting to know “Grandpa Cluchey” over the years. He was always so jovial and kind. He was a smart man who was always willing to share a bit of knowledge with us. He will be missed by all. I’m glad my sister, Sabrina married into such a loving family. Arnie will be loved and missed by all.
So sorry to hear about Uncle Arnie’s passing, but so glad that he is with Jesus now and no longer suffering.
He was always my favorite of all Dad’s brothers because he was always good to all of us. I really appreciated how good he and you Aunt Nancy we’re to our mother as well. I’m sorry I can’t make it to the funeral today but you all will be in our prayers.
Dear Aunt Nancy, Norie, Laura and Grandchildren,
I’m so sorry for your loss in Uncle Arnie’s passing. I’m glad for him to be done with sickness and be with the Lord but it is so hard to be parted. Lean hard on the Lord in your grief. I have always respected him and appreciated his love and kindness to my dad and our family. I am proud that he was my uncle.
Nancy and family.
So sorry to hear about Arnie. We had a lot of good times together during our Hallmark career. Arnie was always supportive and there when I needed him. Arnie will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Prayers and condolences to you and your family.
I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s been years, and remember Arnie from Hallmark, but even before that as your babysitter. Years go by, but memories remain. You’re all in our prayers.
Aunt Nancy, Cousin Laura and Norie, my Father Edgar Cecil Cluchey spoke of his Brother Arnold F. Cluchey with pride and great respect! While he will be missed we are thankful he is not hurting anymore but is at peace in the arms of Jesus Christ his Lord and Savior. We pray for Almighty God’s presence and peace upon you.
To my Uncle Arnold, a United States Marine, –> ROOM ATTENTION, PRESENT ARMS, “SALUTE,” ORDER ARMS. Rest in peace, Semper Fi! “always faithful” or “always loyal”
Dear Aunt Nancy, Norene, Laura and families,
We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Arnie’s passing. Our hearts go out to you at this time. Please know you are in our prayers.