"To Arlette , So sorry to hear of your sudden loss of your husband. Know that I am thinking of you, and praying that God will give you the strength to get through this hard time. God Bless, Debbie Marcus"
In loving memory of
James L. "Jim" Arterberry
August 31, 1945 - June 23, 2020
James L. "Jim" Arterberry, 74, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2020, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa, from injuries received in a vehicle/pedestrian accident.
A gathering of family and friends will be held from 4 to 7 P.M. on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation will follow the visitation and burial will be at a later date.
It is recommended to utilize masks during the visitation at the funeral home and that you practice social distancing due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
James Lee Arterberry was born on August 31, 1945 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Orville and Mary (McHugh) Arterberry. He was a 1966 graduate of Maquoketa High School and then served his country in the U.S. Army earning an honorable discharge. He married Arlett Johnson on February 14, 1982 in Andrew, Iowa.
"Jim" had first worked at Clinton Engines in Maquoketa. He then worked at Rasmussen Motor Company in Maquoketa as a mechanic and later Brad Deery Motors as a detailer. He then transported mobile homes for four years. Lastly, he retired in 2015 from T & J Manufacturing in Maquoketa.
"Jim" enjoyed fishing, camping, watching his favorite tv shows including NCIS and "house flipper" shows, and working on cars and trucks.
Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Arlett Arterberry of Maquoketa, IA; a daughter Christie (Jason) Draper of Maquoketa, IA; step-children, Amanda List of IN, and Brian Jordan of Bellevue, IA; 8 grandchildren; and a sister, Carol Summers of Maquoketa, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son Jeffery, and a brother Larry.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a James L. "Jim" Arterberry memorial fund has been established.
Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.
Tributes
"Arlette and family, offering sympathy, be blessed with great memories of Jim. Rusty and Renne Lietz "
"Arlette and family so sorry to hear of passing of Jim . Your family has our deepest condolences ? Thinking of you all and your in our thoughts and prayers..??"
"So sorry for the whole Arterberry family Jim was a great guy he will be greatly missed R.I.P. Jim"
"Jim you will be dearly missed. You and your family have been good friends of ours and you will be remembered."
"Very sorry to hear of this tragic loss. I was a classmate of Jim?s, I remember him being a very kind, nice guy. Sending our thoughts and prayers to the family. I have lived away for 50+ years, now back in Bellevue. I know we are related to the Arterberries, but can not remember how. Rest In Peace Jim"
"I am so sorry to hear about Jim\'s passing. Words fall short of expressing my sympathy for the family\'s loss."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Barb and Bob Roe "
"Arlette and family, So sorry to hear of Jim\'s passing. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family."
"So so sorry for your loss my deepest condolences to his family he will be deeply missed from Bill and louise Nicodemus "
"Arlett and family, I am so sorry for your loss. "
"So sorry for your loss, You have my deepest sympathy. Cherish your good memories."
"I knew Jim when he lived on Second Street in Maquoketa almost 70 years ago. I was so very sorry to hear of his passing. A hard worker and all around great guy. May he rest in peace."
"Arlett and Family, We are so sorry to hear of Jim\'s passing. He was a great guy and we were honored to know him all these years. Sending you much love and prayers. The Krabbenhoft Family"
"Arlett and Family, We were so sorry to hear of Jim\'s passing. Your are in our thoughts and prayers. "
"We are so sorry to hear about Jim\'s passing. He was a valued employee and friend for 27 years. He was a great employee- willing and able to do anything! He will be deeply missed. "
"Our prayers go out to Arlett and family. So sorry for this tragic loss. May the Lord be with you and give you His love and comfort."
"I am so sorry to hear about Jim. Have known him for aling time. You have my deepest sympathy. "
"I am so sorry to hear this! It\'s been years since I have seen Jim when working at Senior Center with Arlett but I remember him so well. Such a fun spirited man! Prayers and condolences to family."
"Our sincere condolences to Jim\'s family during his tragic passing. He always was a nice man."