Toft Funeral Home and Crematory
2001 Columbus Ave
Sandusky, OH 44870
Phone: 419-625-8816
Website: http://www.toftfh.com
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David "Whitey" J. Arheit, 75, of Ann Arbor, Mich., passed away unexpectedly while visiting his family on Friday, September 9, 2016 in Powell, Ohio.
He was born on March 11, 1941 in Sandusky to the late John and Eloise Arheit, and worked for the former New Departure/Delphi for 33 years.
He was proud to have served as a Senior Airman in the United States Air Force from October, 1963 until his honorable discharge in October, 1967. For his service as an Electronic Intelligence Analyst he was awarded both the National Defense Service Medal and the Air Force Good Conduct Medal.
David is survived by his wife, Laura J. (Geretz) Arheit; daughters, Cam (Lee) Struck, of Powell, Ohio and Cara Arheit, of Ann Arbor; and grandchildren, Morgan Conlin and Abigail, Sidney, and Jake Struck.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Tom.
Friends may call from 12 P.M. on Monday, September 19 until time of memorial services at 1 P.M. in Toft Funeral Home & Crematory, 2001 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. Military honors will be presented by the Sandusky American Legion Post 83 Color Guard. Immediately following the service, all in attendance are welcome to join the family in the Toft Event Room.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in David's name to Victory Kitchen, 1613 Hayes Ave., Sandusky, OH 44870 or to Back to the Wild, P.O. Box 423, Castalia, OH 44824.
Condolences and gifts of sympathy may be shared with the family by visiting toftfh.com.
