Lary W. Arnett
April 12, 1936 ~ July 3, 2025
Born in:
Piney, WV
Resided in:
Weirton, WV
Lary W. Arnett, 89, of Weirton, West Virginia, passed away on July 3, 2025, at WVU Medicine – Weirton, following complications from a recent heart attack.
Born at his family’s home in Piney, WV on April 12, 1936, Lary was one of seven children of the late Willard Ira and Maxine Laurine McHenry Arnett.
Lary’s childhood journey took him from the hills of Piney Grove to Huntington, then East Liverpool, and finally settled in Weirton, where he spent the majority of his life. At the age of 17, he answered the call to serve his country and proudly enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, serving honorably from December 1953 to December 1956.
On February 15, 1958, Lary married the love of his life, Rose Marie George, with the help of his best friend and lifelong confidant, Walt Urbowicz. Together, Lary and RoseMarie built a beautiful life and raised two daughters and a son. They were also blessed with three grandchildren.
Lary worked as a machinist at Weirton Steel for 35 years. He was known for his unmatched work ethic and his remarkable ability to fix anything to perfection. A self-
educated man of great intelligence, he had the rare gift of being both deeply thoughtful and delightfully humorous. His conversations could range from light-hearted jokes to profound discussions about life, philosophy, and the world around him.
A nurturing and devoted family man, Lary was a pillar of strength and warmth to his siblings, children, and grandchildren. He never missed any of their activities. He was the one everyone called for help with Saturday morning projects, and he never hesitated to lend a hand. He lived his life as a shining example of integrity, humility, and kindness.
Lary was a member of Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church and the Weirton Steel 25-Year Club. In his younger years, he enjoyed bowling and golfing.
In addition to his parents, Lary was preceded in death by his brothers, Gary and Jimmy Arnett, and sisters, Barbara Arnett and Shirley DeLatore.
He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 67 years, Rose Marie George Arnett; his children, Lary Jon (Keith Hasting), Vicki (Terry) Gilles, and Darla (Joe) Nester; his grandchildren, Major Chaz T. (Olivia) Levendorf, Zachary D. Levendorf (Amy), and Drs. Ethan (Courtney) Levendorf and his sisters, Connie (Albert) Broccolini and Debra (Jeff) Eloi, and four generations of nieces and nephews..
Private services were held with his family.
To honor Lary’s legacy, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, through a Mass at your
local Catholic Church, or to a charity of your choice.
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Dear Vicki and family;
We are very sorry to hear of the death of your father. I am not sure if I met your father, but always heard wonderful things about him.
May all of your wonderful memories bring you comfort. Sending prayers and hugs to all of you.
Sincere sympathy,
Darla and Ken Ogle
Was hoping to never have to write this. One of the finest men I have ever known. His memory will be a blessing to all of our family.
Mr. Larry was sure one of the good ones!! Though I’m very sad that he’s passed I’m so happy and feel so blessed to have been lucky enough to have had him in my life and called him friend (and sometimes dad). He will always be in our hearts ❤️
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time,
May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,
May your memories of Larry W. Arnett, give you peace, comfort and strength…
Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete.
I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten…
My thoughts
and prayers to the family of ….
US Marine Veteran, Larry W. Arnett, is “A True American Hero” God Bless†
† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
Will miss you Uncle Lary, u was one of a kind love you ❤️
Rose Marie,
Lary worked with my dad Ray Johnson in the mill and you were at my wedding in 1989.
He loved you both and through all the stories. he told us ,we know that those men had the best time working together. I have fond memories of you both from then and since on occasion through the years. Just wanted you to know that my brothers and I send our sympathy and love. God bless and keep you.
Beth “ Annie” Johnson Williams 💜💜
I can’t edit so I’m replying to my own signature. I met both mom and dad when I was working at Lary’s condo about 8 years ago. They were very kind and friendly just like their son. I didn’t get to know them more since they lived in West Virginia but I’m sure Lary is a carbon copy of both of them so they must have been wonderful. It will be tough for his mom but rest assured that they will be together again. Fly high Dad!