Arthur L Marrufo. Sr., 71, went to be with The Lord and our mom on April 8, 2013. He was born in Alberhill, Calif., to Paul and Carmen Marrufo.
Moving to Ventura County in 1945, Art grew up attending Schools in Santa Paula. As an adult he moved to Ventura to raise his family. During this time he became a member of the Local Labors Union 585 for more than 35 years.
Art was well known by many for his corky humor, big smile, and generosity. His children will remember him best for the adventurous camping trips and amusement park vacations. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren will remember him for the unconditional love he always showered them with. His smile and presence will be missed by all who knew him.
Art is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Marsha; sisters, Janet and Jessica.
He is survived by his children, Art Jr., Matthew (Clara), Raylene, and Emily; grandchildren, Daniel, Michael, Matthew Jr., Joshua, Evan, Brittney, Cameron, Phillip, and Savanah; great-grandchildren, Connor, Angelina, Peyton, Mikaela, Ruby, Davina, Laelah, Dahlia, Raleigh, Damian, and Bella; sisters, Terry (Leonard), Connie (Ben), Polly (Robert), and Carmen; also many nieces and nephews.
Visiting Monday, April 15, 4 to 8 p.m., rosary at 6:30 p.m. at Joseph P. Reardon Funeral Home-Ventura. Tuesday, April 16, Mass to be held at San Buenaventura Mission 10 a.m. Burial at Ivy Lawn Cemetery.
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