LaVerne R. Arndt

Birth date: Sep 17, 1926 Death date: Sep 29, 2016

Elwin-Pastor LaVerne R. “Preacher” Arndt, 90, of Elwin, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 29, 2016, with his family by his side after a long battle with Alzheimers. LaVerne was born September 17, 1926 in Rutland Read Obituary

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Larry And Diana Klaus

469w ago

Lucille and Daniel Knutt and Carl and Mary Klaus and all their kids loved you and your wife. We learned of your visitation when Judy(MAPLE) MILLER WROTE ON FACEBOOK THAT SHE HAD ATTENDED YOUR VISITATION. LARRY AND I, DIANA KLAUS WERE IN KEYESPORT, IL. That evening. Sorry we were not there. I REMEMBER YOU TALKING ABOUT PITTSBURG, ILLINOIS. YOU INSPIRED ALL OF US TO KNOWING JESUS AS OUR SAVIOR. THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER You. P.S. MY MOM AND DAD THOUGHT YOUR WIFE WALKED ON WATER. SHE IS SO SPECIAL.

Amber Lilly

469w ago

He knew me since I was a baby. He watched me grow up in Lakeview Baptist Church. He was like a third grandpa to me. He was loving passionate about people the church and jesus. Best pastor I've known. RIP Lavern

Debbie Bickers

469w ago

Pastor Arndt meant a great deal to alot of people, I am one of them. My husband Gary and I attended Lakeview Baptist Church, he presided over my husband being ordained as a minister. He helped us through some rough patches in our lives. He knew my parents from working at the railroad, he preached my dad's funeral even though they weren't members of our church. Margie, Gary went to be with the Lord in April 2015 he thought alot of Laverne. My sincere condolences and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless You.

Sarah Spence

469w ago

I grew up in Lakeview Baptist Church and I was honored to have LaVerne perform my baptism. He was a dear friend of my family and such a big part of my childhood memories. Anytime my grandparents (Charles & Bev Weeks) were ill or in the hospital, Laverne was the first to be there praying by their side, you could always count on him! He was such a sweet, kind hearted man, I am so grateful God blessed us with Preacher in our lives. Margie and family, our hearts are saddened by your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.With love,Sarah Spence

Kimberly Bell

469w ago

Dearest Margie & Family,May your memories bring you comfort. May your faith bring you peace.Laverne touched so many lives.From the viewpoint of a little child, he always personified God to me.With love & sympathy,Kimberly BellIt was an honor to have Laverne perform our wedding.(Dan & Kimberly Bell, September 2nd 1991)

Regina Arndt

469w ago

My Father in law was a very kind, compassionate, funny and caring Christian man. I'm so sorry me,Lisa and Randy could not be there. It breaks my heart. He will so very much be missed. I'm glad you were my dad for 36 year's. Rest now dad. We'll see you again. Love Regina

Rev David Ellis

469w ago

Rest in peace and light and refreshment with Our Lord and Saviour. You were a great friend and mentor to myself and to so many of us in the ministry, and Rhonda and I want to express to you Margie, our heartfelt sympathy and condolences. May the Peace of the Lord be with you always, Sincerely; Rev. David and Rhonda Ellis

Bob And Sharon Traughber

469w ago

Dear Family of Pastor Arndt, Laverne married Bob and I June 13,1965 Bobs 3 brothers, all well over 6 ft.tall, was giving Bob a very hard time about getting married while waiting for the ceremony to begin, Laverne got in middle these guys and told them to straighten up and behave and the did!…It was a great scene to behold for all those brother-in-laws.it was quite a memory for us Bob and Sharon Traughber Members of until He retired. We love you two very much.

Tracie Mounce

470w ago

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