So sorry for your loss.  Art was a great man. We enjoyed him coming in and visiting us at the shop.

It was great getting to visit with Art and Brenda last year.  We had a lot of fun talking about old times and things that were going on. Lots of wonderful memories that will always be with us.

Art gave me this plaque around ‘76. I have it hanging on the wall next to my computer.

I will always hold on to our last few conversations. He shared a lot and it did my heart good to have been able to talk to him. Rest in eternal peace Artie. We all love you and will see you again soon.

Art and I served together in Vietnam,in the same company,273rdAssualt Support 
 Helicopter Co (HVY),although we were together both in Vung Tau and Long Binh,I didn’t actually know him or work with him.But got to know him through Facebook,I know he was very proud of his service and being in the Skycrane family.I will miss his stories on Facebook and him,personally.
 I was saddened to learn of his passing,to many of us are leaving this world behind.

Art was always watching out for our family. Always checking in to see how we were doing and what we needed, You will be missed dear friend.

Art was a hundred and ten percent Art. A man you wished you had as part of family. Brenda, I pray you find comfort in the love around you, God and knowing one day, you will reunite.  Love to you, always.

Art was a special soul He could talk to anyone...and talk he did! I first met Art in a Walmart parking lot. We happened to both be leaving the store at the same time and as we were walking into the parking lot, he said, "Wow. I wonder who has that bright green car! I bet the cops see them coming." I laughed and stated that it was my car. He asked if he could look inside of the car, which he did. We got to talking and I mentioned I had a cat rescue. He mentioned that he and Brenda were looking to volunteer at a rescue, but the rescue they contacted weren't interested. The rest was history.

Art (and Benda) were always there when needed. I remember him popping in to a craft show fundraiser that was in the church across the street from his house and asking if we needed help. He was always ready to help - with advice, too. He was like my dad in a way,  offering advice  on how to get an honest mechanic, house repair work done, etc. Brenda and Art became great friends. He was a good guy and I will miss him dearly. Rest in peace, Art.

Visitation

Funeral Service

Burial

Clore-English Funeral Home

Arthur Growden

immediate need

Death has occurred or is near

plan ahead

Pre-plan a funeral or cremation

Plan a Funeral or Cremation Default Desktop

Find Obituaries and Services

OBITUARY

Arthur Matthew Growden

August 6, 1948 – September 23, 2025

Clore-English Funeral Home

Show your support

Add a Memory

Share Obituary

Get Reminders

Services