Gregory A. Arasim, 70 of Brunswick passed away peacefully of pancreatic cancer on June 28, 2020.
He was born on August 8, 1949, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Walter and Agnes (nee Nickel). He grew up in Brunswick and married his high school sweetheart, Renee Sklenka.
Greg honorably served in the United States Coast Guard for 6 years. After his service Greg was self employed for 36 years with Hunter Engineering with multiple accolades to his name. Upon retirement Greg began silversmithing of which he was self taught. He enjoyed this immensely. He was always known for his sense of humor and always had a joke or two ready to go. He enjoyed camping, shooting, a cold beer and cooking.
In addition to his wife, Renee, he is survived by his children, Christina (Dan) Finn, Matthew (Norma) and Patrick; sister, Linda (Charlie); grandchildren, Marren and Dominic. Greg has many nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. He will also be missed by the family dog, Bently.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Barbara Arasim.
The family will receive friends for Greg on Sunday, July 5, 2020 from 2-4 p.m. in the Carlson Funeral Home, 1642 Pearl Road, (1/2 mile south of Route 303) Brunswick, OH 44212. Mass of Christian burial will take place on Monday, July 6 at 11:00 a.m., asking everyone to be there at 10:45 a.m. please. Burial will take place at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Seville, Ohio, on Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at 9:15 a.m. (Everyone must wear a mask at the cemetery).
Donations in Greg’s memory may be made to Holy Family Hospice in Parma.