Christopher R. Arvoy

Christopher R. Arvoy obituary

Christopher R. Arvoy

Christopher Arvoy Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cannon - Catavolos Funeral Home - Parma Heights on Jul. 15, 2025.

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Christopher R. Arvoy age 64, of Lakewood, OH, passed away July 13, 2025. He was th e beloved husband of Rachelle "Shelly" (nee Bowers) and dear son of Elizabeth (nee Klapko) and the late Robert Arvoy. Dearest brother of Debra (Ralph) Decker and Dale (Cassandra) Arvoy. Loving stepfather of Raymond McConaghy III and Kaitlin (Bryan) Carmel and proud "Poppy" of Isabella and Logan Carmel. Uncle to the late Drew Decker and Alex (Jessica) Decker, McKenzie, Jacob and Rachael Arvoy.

Chistopher spent 12 years in the Coast Guard and was discharged with honors.

He enjoyed golfing, fishing, camping and spending time with family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 3-6pm
at the Tarrymore Inn, 13356 Madison Ave., Lakewood.
An additional Celebration of Life is scheduled with Michigan friends and family
on Saturday, September 13, 4pm at
the Decker's Residence, 11105 Goodall Rd. Durand, Michigan 48429

Arrangements under the care of CANNON - CATAVOLOS Funeral Home (440)842-0456

For online tributes and condolences please visit www.C-Cfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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