Birth date: Jun 11, 1932 Death date: Nov 21, 2022
Arlen was born in Beaver County, in the Oklahoma panhandle. His family was there until the dust bowl forced them to move to Tulsa. He grew up in Dawson where his folks both worked for the Bomber Plant later to be called Douglas. A Read Obituary
He was the sweetest man in the whole world. I always loved seeing him. He always greeted me with such kindness and love. He will be dearly missed.
I have such good memories of Arlen. I remember first meeting him as a Sunday school teacher. And then I got to work with Arlen. He and Ila were a great blessing to Tracy and me as we got started in life. There are so many memories I have of Arlen’s smile, his laugh, and his encouragement. I am sorry for your loss. What a good and godly life he led. I am molded by his example.
Arlen was a good man and a great christian example to everyone he met. I served with Arlen on several mission trips and on staff at Jenks church of Christ. In my opinion, he was the best example of an elder: Kind, loving, and serving to the best of his ability. He "ran the race" and is now enjoying his reward. Bob Herndon
I was saddened to see that Arlen had passed way. Arlen was a good friend and respected man for all the many years we spent together at IBM. He will be missed.
