Richard Gene Arjes Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Richard Gene Arjes (Paw Paw, Illinois), born in Compton, Illinois, whose life came to an end on January 2, 2026 at the age of 84, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Gene Arjes to show support.
He was predeceased by: his wife Carolyn; his parents, Jake Arjes and Gladys Arjes; and his siblings, Bernice Cardot (Jim), Helen Davis (Wally), Allie Arjes (Alice), Jake Arjes, Jr. (Peggy), Robert Arjes (Arlene), Betty Cardot (Webb), Donald Arjes (Judy), Wilma Pat Wyatt (Kelly), Lindy Lou Arjes and Jerry Arjes.
He is survived by: his children, Beth Arjes Parker of Tempe, AZ and Todd Arjes (Kelley) of Gilbert, AZ.; his grandchildren, Jared, Zachary Parker of Tempe, AZ, Trevor Arjes of Oak Ridge, TN and Kylee Arjes of Mesa, AZ; his stepgrandchildren, Mackenzie and Molly Rhodes of Chandler, AZ.; his great grandchildren, Lilly Mae Arjes of Gilbert, AZ and Trait Arjes of Oak Ridge, TN.; his sisters-in-law, Barbara Huls (Rich) of Queen Creek, AZ and Becki Westbrook (Bill) of Sandwich, IL.; his nibling Arizona; his extended family Lupita Lyon (David); Sofia Skaalen (Jacob), Joshua and Daniel Lyon. He is also survived by his kids, and for his devotion to his wife and the selfless role of caretaker.
