He was born in Sambalpur, Orissa, India on January 18, 1947, to parents Devji Haribhai Patel and Dudhiben Patel.
He attended Gangadhar Meher College.
Arun was a professional Cricket player in India. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing in his spare time.
Arun was married to Charleslia Patel for 25 years. They were blessed with two sons.
Arun will be remembered lovingly by all that have had the privilege to know him. From his large extended family, his close friends, to the strangers he would help on the side of the road. His smile and spirit will live on in each of them.
Arun is survived by his sons, Niraj Patel and Dhiraj Patel. His daughters in law, Rosemary Patel and Tabitha Patel. His legacy will continue with his grandchildren, Anya, Blaise, Stone and Nico.
He also leaves behind his siblings
Kishore, Sushila, Ashok, Bhanu, Manu, Taru and Mina, as well as several loving nieces and nephews.
Lastly, he spent his latter years with his dear friend Mary Ann Ireland.
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