He was a retired heavy equipment operator, U. S. Navy Veteran of WW II and a Christian. He was the son of the late Jesse Arey and Lula Thomas Arey and was preceded in death by one son, Bobby Glen Arey, one daughter, Francis Jean Newman, one granddaughter, Jamie Waggoner, the mother of his children, Dot Rial Arey, four brothers and one sister.
Survivors include one son, James Arey of Monticello; two daughters, Robbie Baker and husband, Marvin and Jessie Farmer and husband, Terry, all of Monticello; nine grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren, thirteen great-great-grandchildren, one sister-in-law, Loraine Arey of Spring Hill, AR and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Condolences(10)
Robert & Marleyne Barnes
McGehee, AR Saturday, June 1, 2013 Vera I am so sorry we did not know your dad had passed until today. But our sympathy goines out to tou & your family.Alvin and irma james
, AR Friday, May 24, 2013 To all family members : so sorry to hear about Mr Robert. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Ginger Durham
Monticello, AR Monday, May 20, 2013 So sorry to hear about Mr. Robert. He always made me laugh when I saw him!!Andy (&Terrie) Briant
Monticello, AR Monday, May 20, 2013 R.I. P. Mr. Robert. You are a great friend! See ya...HAZEL POTTS
monticello, AR Monday, May 20, 2013 DEAR JESSIE AND FAMILYW e were so sorry to hear of your Father going home to be with the Lord. Our prayers are with you at this time..Mr. Robert will be greatly missed., He was loved and respected by so many. Our deepest sympathy Hazel and family
Gary and Debbie Meggs
monticello, AR Saturday, May 18, 2013 We are really sorry for your loss.Janice McAllister
Hot Springs Village, AR Saturday, May 18, 2013 Your dad was such a sweet and funny fellow, a friend to all whom he met. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God surround you with his love, give you peace and comfort at this time. Cherish the memories of being together.With love & sympathy, Janice Gladden McAllister
Carole (Doss-Johns) Rushing
Woodlawn, AR Friday, May 17, 2013 Vera and Jessie and families, please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad. How well I remember all the years of going to church together and being like one big family. May the Lord give you the comfort and peace that only HE can. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.Carole (Doss-Johns)
Jim & Janice Hulsizer
Florence, AL Friday, May 17, 2013 Sorry about the loss of Uncle Aaron. He was the last of the Arey men of that generation. We have lost touch through the years but our hearts and prayers are with you at this time.Jamie Arey Fong
Little Rock, AR Friday, May 17, 2013 Miss ya Grandpa.....I guess I'll hear you call me Sister again one day soon.....