Michael Orite Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Michael Orite of Fort Smith, Arkansas, born in Cincinnati, Ohio, who passed away on October 22, 2024 at the age of 84. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Michael leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Michael may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Michael Thomas and Lucille Bross Orite; his wife Karen Martindale Orite of Fort Smith, AR; his children, Scott Orite of Carlsbad, NM and Amanda Orite Arnwine of Belize; his sisters, Mary Orite Shea and Joanna Orite Kubicki; and his stepchildren, Kealy West of Salem, OR and David Rush of Springdale, AR.
