Matthew VanArkel's obituary , Passed away on February 17, 2025 in La Porte City, Iowa

Matthew VanArkel

December 19, 1980 - February 17, 2025 (44 years old)

La Porte City, Iowa

Matthew VanArkel's obituary , Passed away on February 17, 2025 in La Porte City, Iowa

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Richardson Funeral and Cremation Service

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Matthew VanArkel

December 19, 1980 - February 17, 2025 (44 years old)

La Porte City, Iowa

Matthew VanArkel Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Matthew VanArkel of La Porte City, Iowa, who passed away on February 17, 2025, at the age of 44, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Matthew's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

He was predeceased by: his brother Christopher VanArkel. He is survived by: his parents, Alan VanArkel (Kathy) of Plainfield and Joan Truex of Cedar Falls; his son Gunner Van Arkel of Greeley, CO; and his siblings, Amy VanArkel of Cedar Falls and Ryan VanArkel of Cedar Falls.

Memorials may be directed to his family to create an educational fund for Matthew's son, Gunner.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Richardson Funeral and Cremation Service



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