Arlene Beverly Swarthout

I’m met Arlene in 1986 when we were both in a bachelor of nursing science program. During that time I went to work at Kaiser where Arlene was working, and we became fast friends. We went boating together, spent time at our cabin in the mountains, And we spent a lot of time laughing. When Arlene moved back to Maryland, I went to visit her on several occasions. Then Arlene returned to Lodi and we spent a lot of time together. We would sit on her back patio and visit for hours. We enjoyed the same restaurants so we went to lunch or dinner often. We played bunco together, did a Bible study together, and she even tried to teach me to sew. Rest in peace Arlene, I will miss you terribly. My condolences go out to the family. May God bring you peace while you grieve your loved one.

I feel so lucky my sister married your grandson because it meant I got to know you in this lifetime. You have inspired me and encouraged me to live the width of life and not just the length of it. You were everything I want to be; intelligent, trailblazing, funny, friend, fashionable, creative and a family woman. I don’t think I’ll ever forget your laugh and the way we could girl chat for hours. You are a modern woman and traditional, spunky and full of depth, wise and the life of the party, resilient as hell and still so gentle. I will remember your spirit and your face in my niece and nephews. Although I’m not a Swarthout, I will miss you tremendously. Thank you for celebrating with me and grieving with me through the last ten years. I now grieve for you and celebrate you are pain free and with more family. I love you Arlene! ♥️

I remember going with my friend Connie Channel which is their cousin to see aunt Francis ,uncle Arthur and Arlene, Buddy and Patty . We all would play, talk and joke around. It was always a lot of laughter and fun visiting them. Also with Connie mom( rose) Arlene was a huge help for advice. She will be greatly missed

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I met Arlene 1985 as we moved into new Kaiser in Stockton CA we became great friends. Lots of party’s.our husbands bonded. We vacationed together laughed together and cried together. She will be missed so much and remembered with love. My heart breaks