Arthur William Britton

Arthur William Britton obituary, Muskegon, MI

Arthur William Britton

Arthur Britton Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Shoreline Memorial Services - Muskegon on Jul. 22, 2025.

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Arthur William Britton age 90 was born in Muskegon, Michigan on June 14, 1935, and passed away on July 20, 2025. Art was preceded in death by his wife Arlene in 2022 along with a granddaughter and two sisters, Betty and Carrie. Survivors include his three children, Dawn (Kevin) VanEtten, Kay (Robert) Carter, Arthur Charles (Joni) Britton; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.
Art started his career working as a brick mason, then went to retire from SAPPI after over 30 years of service. He and Arlene were members of the West Michigan Boot Scooters where he served as the first president of their organization. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping along with being a master wood carver. According to his wishes cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held. He will be interred next to his wife Arlene in Laketon Township Cemetery.
Arrangements by Shoreline Memorial Services -- Muskegon Chapel -- (231)-722-5050
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July 28, 2025

CHARLES ZELLMAN posted to the memorial.

July 24, 2025

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July 22, 2025

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CHARLES ZELLMAN

July 28, 2025

It is with great sadness to learn of my friends passing. We had great discussions in The Villages carving club. He was such a great guy and I will miss him greatly. This winters club sessions will be lonely without him. Farewell my friend.
Charlie
The Villages, Florida

Barbara

July 24, 2025

Sorry to hear about Art´s passing. Knew him from Valle del Oro in Mesa.

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