Obituaries

Richard A. Arend passed away January 5th, 2023, at age 85. Dick was born August 16, 1937 in Eminence, Indiana. He attended and graduated from Eminence High School and then Indiana University where he received a Bachelors of Science degree in Biology. Dick worked as a research scientist primarily doing pioneering research in cancer and jaundice. Dick was a longtime member of First Christian Church, Martinsville, IN, where he was a Deacon and taught Sunday school with his wife, Judy. He also loved to tinker, he would take things apart and put them back together, usually with a piece or two left over.

Dick was known for always having a smile on his face and his intelligence. Every time his name is brought up in conversation, the first thing people reply is “oh, I love that guy”.

Dick is survived by his wife, Judy, of 59 years; his son Shaun; son Michael; daughter-in-law Emily; two grandchildren; and sister, Carol. Richard will be greatly missed and always loved.

Dick was preceded in death by his father Leland; mother, Blanche; brother Gene; and sister Pat.

Services will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a cancer or Alzheimer’s research foundation of your choice. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com

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