OBITUARY
Arnold "Arnie" Guerra
November 5, 1953 – February 17, 2021
Arnold “Arnie” Guerra, age 67 of Hamilton, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at Holland Hospital.
Arnie was born in Grand Rapids, MI November 5, 1953 to his late father Jesse Guerra and to his surviving mother Patricia Totten. He was a Veteran of the United States Army. Arnie pursued his passion for automobiles and was recognized for his award-winning talent by which all others are measured as a leader in auto-body restoration. Arnie loved his family and his pet animals. Arnie is remembered for his desire to help others, even in his passing as he was helping others with his donation to Gift of Life Donor Program.
He was preceded in death by his father, Jesse and step-son Robert Thompson.
Surviving are his wife Becca Guerra; children Troy and wife Becky Guerra of Sparta, MI, Amanda and husband Doug Shields of Grand Rapids, MI; mother Patricia Totten of San Diego, CA; siblings Bob and wife Kathy of Ackerman, MS, Tom and wife Jan of Aurora, CO, Barbara and husband Denny of Lakeland, FL, Shelia and husband Joe Roger of Breaux Bridge, LA, Nathalia Campbell of Cedar Springs, MI, Floyd and wife Lollie Guerra of Atwater, CA, Jesse Guerra of San Diego, CA and Dawn Silver of Grand Rapids, MI; grandchildren Katie Shields, William Shields, Tanner Guerra, Parker Guerra, and Cooper Guerra; great granddaughter Gloria Ellsworth; step children and grandchildren, Ben (Courtney) Thompson and Taylor (Rick) Faircloth; Savannah Thompson, Peyton Thompson, Evan Faircloth, Mason Faircloth, Scarlet Thompson; many extended family and friends.
He was loved by many and will be missed by all.
“To live in the hearts of others is to never die in those we leave behind.” –- Carl Sagan
A memorial gathering to celebrate Arnie’s life (Following current Covid restrictions) will be Wednesday from 2-4pm, with a sharing of memories at 3pm. The 3pm sharing time will be livestreamed on Lakeshore Memorials Facebook page for those who are not able to attend.
Services
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Memorial Gathering
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
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Memory Sharing
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Memories
Arnold "Arnie" Guerra
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ADD A MEMORYBarb Risk
February 24, 2021
Your son has become a wonderful man, husband and father. Be proud and rest in peace brother.
Amanda Shields
February 24, 2021
Miss you so much already, dad. I hope you were smiling while we all shared our thoughts, memories and stories about you today. I know you were proud of Troy, myself and all of our children, which will make it easier for us to go through the rest of our time without you. Know that you were loved and are already so missed. Love you so much! ❤️
Barb Risk
February 22, 2021
Arnold we will miss you soooo much. Can't believe I will never see you or hear your voice again. My heart is heavy with sorry my little brother. We have lots of memories to hold on to. Den says he's lost a brother and a friend. RIP 💋
Becca Guerra
February 21, 2021
Becca Guerra
February 21, 2021
Courtney Borys
February 20, 2021
Christmas of 2019 💖
Becca Guerra
February 20, 2021
Becca Guerra
February 20, 2021
Becca Guerra
February 20, 2021
Becca Guerra
February 20, 2021
I miss you so much
Marian Griffee
February 20, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and Ben. Love you.
Lynda Pierce
February 20, 2021
Always, Forever, and One More Day!
Amy Sue
February 19, 2021
My deepest sympathy Becca...may God wrap you in his arms and give you the strength to overcome this sorrow. Sending prayers for you and the family at this heartbreaking time...Arnie was a good man and will be missed.
Amanda Hall
February 19, 2021
I am so sorry Becca. I love you so much.
Becca Guerra
February 19, 2021