Eduardo German Arrieta Mendizabal

Born in Peru, South America on October 11, 1944, the seventh of eight children.

He was a resident of Oakland Twp., Michigan since 2022. Lalo will be remembered as a man of good values and principles, who raised a devoted catholic family. He worked diligently for his loved ones while showing sincere affection with every step he took. His legacy of kindness, wisdom, and strength will live forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. He was responsible, loving, known for his wonderful sense of humor, generosity, sharp wit, dancing skills and his truly contagious laugh and smile that could lift anyone’s spirits. He deeply loved his wife, children and grandchildren. He was also known as a great social host and an avid political follower, always keeping himself updated with local and world news. Lalo was a strict father, leading by example for his children, grandchildren, and all his family and friends. He was a great man, son, husband, father and grandfather.

He leaves behind his greatest legacy: His family. He is survived by his wife Angelica, his son Eduardo (Pamela), and his daughter Angela (Matthew), and his beloved grandchildren Christopher, Fabiana, Justin and Leo.

Lalo attended “La Agraria de la Molina” University in Peru and became an Engineer. He dedicated thirty years of his life to a successful career in Telecommunications with the company Entel Peru.

Lalo cherished family gatherings and parties. He took great joy in family trips across Peru and to different countries. In his free time, he enjoyed the simple pleasures that made life special. He loved dancing to all kinds of music, especially salsa, merengue and cumbia. He also enjoyed playing cards, board games, walking to the bakery to buy fresh bread, completing sudokus, and watching the news and sports. He particularly enjoyed watching his grandchildren play baseball, and he travelled with the family to tournaments across the US.

When he was younger, he loved going to casinos, playing slot machines, and playing “sapito,” a Peruvian game.

Lalo will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who had the privilege of knowing him. The memories made with him will live on for generations to come. He will always live in our hearts and will be forever loved and never forgotten.

He is preceded in death by his beloved parents, three brothers, and two sisters with whom he has reunited. El Cielo está de fiesta. “Descansa en paz y que Dios siempre te tenga en su gloria querido papá.”

Until we meet again. Nos volveremos a ver papá locómico, niñito peligrín. Te queremos mucho y vivirás en nuestros corazones por siempre papito. Gracias por tanto.

“Rest in Peace in the glory of the Lord. Your example will always guide our steps”