Jack Arrington Obituary Jack Clinton "JC" Arrington, Jr. October 13, 1940 - August 13, 2020 Windsor - Jack Clinton Arrington, Jr. passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on August 13, 2020, at the age of 79. JC was born on October 13, 1940 in Windsor, Virginia, and was preceded in death by his parents Jack Clinton Arrington and Frances Holland Arrington. He retired from Newport News Shipyard after 43 years of service. As a young man, JC served in the Army National Guard. He was a past president and a lifetime member of Central Hill Hunt Club and was a member of the Windsor Volunteer Fire Department for 25 years. He was a founding member of the Quad County Houndsman Association. He served as a former assistant scout master for Boy Scouts of America Troop 41 which gave him the opportunity to attend the 1981 National Jamboree and travel to Philmont, New Mexico to the Philmont Scout Ranch. He was a member of Windsor Congregational Christian Church. He loved to fish and hunt and used his many talents to teach his sons and grandchildren how to love the outdoors as much as he did. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mary Beth and his sons, Jack (Lisa) and Randy (Debbie), grandchildren, Lauren (Colt) Copeland, Bryce Arrington, Zachary Keeling and sister, Faye Beale. A graveside service will be held at 1 PM Monday, August 17, 2020, at the Windsor Cemetery, with Mr. Rex Alphin officiating. We encourage attendees to please wear a facemask. Memorial donations in memory of JC can be made to Central Hill Hunt Club (c/o William Flowers, 866 Holbrook Dr. Newport News, VA 23602) The family would like to thank the Heartland Hospice Staff for the excellent care they provided to our "Pop". Jack Arrington Obituary (1940 - 2020) - Franklin, VA - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/Jack-Arrington-Jr 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/jack-arrington-obituary?id13759499 3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/jack-clinton-arrington-franklin-va/ 4) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/jack-clinton-arrington-franklin-va/ 5) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/frances-arrington-western-tidewater-va/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative summary of the obituary Jack Clinton "JC" Arrington, Jr., 79, of Windsor, Virginia, died on 13 August 2020. He retired from Newport News Shipyard after 43 years, served in the Army National Guard, and was active in hunting clubs and the fire department. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. ### Narrative summary of funeral services A graveside service was held at 1 PM on 17 August 2020 at Windsor Cemetery, with Mr. Rex Alphin officiating. Attendees were encouraged to wear facemasks. Memorial donations could be made to Central Hill Hunt Club. ### The Edited Obituary Jack Arrington Obituary Jack Clinton "JC" Arrington, Jr. 13 October 1940 - 13 August 2020 Windsor - Jack Clinton Arrington, Jr. passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on 13 August 2020, at the age of 79. JC was born on 13 October 1940 in Windsor, Virginia, and was preceded in death by his parents Jack Clinton Arrington and Frances Holland Arrington. He retired from Newport News Shipyard after 43 years of service. As a young man, JC served in the Army National Guard. He was a past president and a lifetime member of Central Hill Hunt Club and was a member of the Windsor Volunteer Fire Department for 25 years. He was a founding member of the Quad County Houndsman Association. He served as a former assistant scout master for Boy Scouts of America Troop 41 which gave him the opportunity to attend the 1981 National Jamboree and travel to Philmont, New Mexico to the Philmont Scout Ranch. He was a member of Windsor Congregational Christian Church. He loved to fish and hunt and used his many talents to teach his sons and grandchildren how to love the outdoors as much as he did. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mary Beth and his sons, Jack (Lisa) and Randy (Debbie), grandchildren, Lauren (Colt) Copeland, Bryce Arrington, Zachary Keeling and sister, Faye Beale. A graveside service will be held at 1 PM Monday, 17 August 2020, at the Windsor Cemetery, with Mr. Rex Alphin officiating. We encourage attendees to please wear a facemask. Memorial donations in memory of JC can be made to Central Hill Hunt Club (c/o William Flowers, 866 Holbrook Dr. Newport News, VA 23602). The family would like to thank the Heartland Hospice Staff for the excellent care they provided to our "Pop". Jack Arrington Obituary (1940 - 2020) - Franklin, VA - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/Jack-Arrington-Jr 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/jack-arrington-obituary?id13759499 3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/jack-clinton-arrington-franklin-va/ 4) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/jack-clinton-arrington-franklin-va/ 5) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/frances-arrington-western-tidewater-va/ ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Jack Clinton JC Arrington, Jr. | |---------|------------------------------------| | Age | 79 | | Birth | 13 October 1940; Windsor, Virginia | | Death | 13 August 2020; Windsor, Virginia | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |--------------------------------|--------------------|-------------------| | Jack Clinton JC Arrington, Jr. | Decedent | Windsor, Virginia | | Mary Beth Arrington | Spouse | Windsor, Virginia | | Jack Arrington | Child | Unknown | | Randy Arrington | Child | Unknown | | Lauren Copeland | Grandchild | Unknown | | Bryce Arrington | Grandchild | Unknown | | Zachary Keeling | Grandchild | Unknown | | Faye Beale | Sibling | Unknown | | Jack Clinton Arrington | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Frances Holland Arrington | Predeceased Parent | -- | ### Other Relevant Information 1. JC retired from Newport News Shipyard after 43 years of service. 2. He served in the Army National Guard as a young man. 3. He was a past president and lifetime member of Central Hill Hunt Club. 4. JC was a member of the Windsor Volunteer Fire Department for 25 years. 5. He was a founding member of the Quad County Houndsman Association. 6. He served as a former assistant scout master for Boy Scouts of America Troop 41. 7. JC attended the 1981 National Jamboree. 8. He traveled to Philmont, New Mexico to the Philmont Scout Ranch. 9. He was a member of Windsor Congregational Christian Church. 10. JC loved to fish and hunt. 11. He used his talents to teach his sons and grandchildren to love the outdoors.