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Obituary for Arthur Peter Arruda

Arthur Peter  Arruda
Arthur Peter Arruda, 69, of Westerly, RI, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, October 31, 2017. He was the beloved husband of Sharon (Devaney) Arruda.

Born in Westerly, he was son of the late Arthur P. “Hank” Arruda, Irene Arruda and stepson of Manuel Arruda.

Mr. Arruda had been employed at Electric Boat in Groton, CT for over 20 years having worked his way up from Rigger to Ship Management. He also worked for Conservation Contracting. Mr. Arruda served his country in the US Army. He was a Past Master of Asylum Lodge #57 in Stonington, CT.

Besides his loving wife of over 49 years, he will be sadly missed by his son Brett C. Arruda of West Hartford; his granddaughter Erin N. Arruda and grandson Grant H. Arruda. He is also survived by his brother Russell Arruda and wife Denise; sister Diane Goddard and husband Harvey; step-brother Manuel Arruda and wife Maureen; step-sister Veronica Macamaux and husband Gil; and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts; and pets Ellie, Stormy & Belle.

He was an active member of Central Baptist Church having served as a Deacon, Head Usher and volunteering whenever needed, including traveling to Oklahoma last year on a mission trip. He enjoyed carpentry, bird carving, furniture building and landscaping and was an avid sports fan.

Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, November 2, from 5-7pm at Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly. A Funeral Service will take place at Central Baptist Church, Westerly on Friday at 10am. There is no procession from the funeral home to church. Burial with Full Military Honors will follow at River Bend Cemetery, Westerly. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Central Baptist Church, 16 Elm St., Westerly, RI 02891 in Arthur’s memory. For online condolences please visit www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com

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