Arvid Clayton Crabtree

September 26, 1930-July 7, 2022

Born in Owensville, Indiana, Arvid was the oldest son of Opal and Brady Crabtree. His two sisters, Maxine Hammelman and Venita Hopf, and two brothers, Gilbert and Charles Crabtree preceded him in death. He is survived by his two children, daughter, Pamela and son, Dennis. Step-daughters, Kelly, Regina, Mary and Theresa, 16 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren.

Arvid grew up in Poseyville, Indiana. He graduated from Purdue University with a BS in Agricultural Engineering. He served in the Army, PFC, from 1951-1953 and was stationed in Germany where he met his first wife, Ursula. They lived in Minnesota and Ohio for a short time before moving to California in the mid-1950’s.

During his long career, Arvid worked at various manufacturing plants such as General Mills, W.R. Ames, Keyes Fibre and Orchard Machinery where he was a Traffic Control Manager. It was his job to ensure that goods were transported efficiently and swiftly all across the nation. In later years, he worked in retail sales because he liked keeping busy.

After marrying his second wife, Jeannemarie, in 1978, they moved to Yuba City, CA. where they owned and operated Crabtree’s Bridal Fashions in Marysville, CA. Arvid was also a volunteer and served on various boards in both Sacramento and Yuba Counties for organizations such as the American Lung Association and the Water Resources Board.

Arvid was active in Eckankar and occasionally attended Christian gatherings with his son Dennis and step-daughter Mary. He was known for his quiet and gentle spirit, his pursuit of spiritual enlightenment and having a very inquisitive mind. He was also an avid reader and his favorite subjects were history (any type) and Science Fiction/Fantasy.

Arvid passed peacefully at 91 years of age with his children by his side. He will be sorely missed by his family and friends and the world has lost another kind, gentle soul. His family will have a small, private memorial service. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to your favorite charity.