James Martin Arrigo Obituary (1953 - 2021)

James Martin Arrigo, age 68, of North East passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2021. He was born in Erie on February 3, 1953, son of the late Russell F. Arrigo and Evelyn M. Weed Arnhold. Jim is survived by three children: Lynn Pope (Justin), Jamie Arrigo, and Joshua Arrigo; five grandchildren; eight siblings: Ron Surgener (Phyllis), Don Surgener (Coleen), Jenise Morgante (Charles), Jimmy Dale Norris (Nancy), Russell Arrigo (Stacey), Michael Arrigo (Annie), Louis Cooney (Shari), and Tom Cooney (Deb); as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepmother, Joyce Arrigo. Jim was a 1972 graduate of East Jordan High School in Michigan. He served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War era. He retired from Verizon after 35 years of service as a repair lineman, and upon retirement, worked part-time at Lake View Country Club. Jim was a loyal Green Bay Packers fan. He was an avid golfer and was a member of the Tuesday evening Lakeside golf league. He was a devoted Christian and follower of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and a faithful media member of Jimmy Swaggart Ministries on the SonLife Broadcast Network. Jim will be remembered as a dedicated father and grandfather, who deeply loved and cherished his family. A Celebration of Life for Jim will be held at Lakeside Golf Course, 10773 West Lake Rd., Ripley, NY on Saturday, September 25th from 10 AM - 1 PM. Arrangements have been entrusted to the DUSCKAS-TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 5151 Buffalo Rd., Harborcreek.