He was preceded in death by his wife, Nina Arnett; father, Raymond Arnett; and his brother, Virgil Arnett. He is survived by his son, Doug Arnett and his wife Anita; sisters, Florence Smith, Virginia Lauritzen, Ellen Winslo and her husband, Frank, Priscilla Fleming and her husband, Vick; brother, Leslie Arnett and his wife Deleyte; and many nephews and nieces.
Along with his many friends from the VFW 509 club, Ivan was proud of his years spent in the Coast Guard. He was also a big Raiders fan.
A Graveside Service will be held at Fresno Memorial Gardens on December 19, 2011 at 1:00 pm.
Remembrances may be made to the American Legion – Post 509, 3509 N. First Street, Fresno, CA 93726.
Arrangements under the direction of Lisle Funeral Home, Fresno, CA.