Victor John Arriola Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Victor John Arriola April 4, 1929 – December 14, 2020 United States Army Korean War Veteran Vic was the youngest of six children born to Mauricio and Natalia Onandia-Arriola, who emigrated from the Basque Country to settle in Paradise Valley, Nevada. Vic was born in the Reinhart house on the Stewart Ranch in Paradise Valley and worked as a Buckaroo until the age of thirty, with the exception of his time served in the Army during the Korean War. In 1959, Vic married Carolyn Burke and left his life as a cowboy to join his brother, Santi, for work in the construction trade in Bakersfield, California. After thirty five years of service, Vic retired his position as representative and president of the Carpenters Union. Vic was the best example of what a man and father should be to his two sons, Kevin (Michelle) and Dennis (Erin) Arriola and was his grandchildren’s biggest fan. He attended almost every ball game Michael, Chris, Joe, Maggie and Annie Arriola ever played. He lived long enough to know the blessing of his beautiful great grandchildren as well. Vic was the definition of a gentleman. He was quiet, but strong, worked hard and laughed easily, loved people and they loved him in return. Vic and Carolyn loved spending time with family and loved to dance. Vic had a deep appreciation for family and friends, too many to mention. Victor Arriola was one of the best men anyone may have had the privilege to know and love. There is no doubt he’s riding home to be with God and his beautiful Basque family. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to one of the following Hoffmann Hospice St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church

Victor John Arriola

April 4, 1929 - December 14, 2020

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