William A. Van Arkel

November 11, 1941 - January 10, 2020

William A. Van Arkel, 78, of Diamond and originally of Chicago passed away January 10, 2020 at St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet. He was Born November 11, 1941 in Evergreen Park, IL to William T. and Bertha Mae (Andrews) Van Arkel. William married Carolyn Sanders January 18, 1964 in Chicago. He was a Heavy Equipment Operator for 34 years for Local 150 and retired in 2002. William was a lifetime member of the N.R.A., the Illinois Sheriffs Association and Illinois State Police Association. He enjoyed shooting guns and helping others. William was a friend to all. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Van Arkel of Diamond, IL, and numerous nieces and nephews. Also surviving is a sister and brother-in-law; Carol (Norman) Spies of WI and a brother, Daniel Van Arkel of Coal City, IL. William was preceded in death by a sister, Doris. There will be a Celebration of Life 12 pm to 4 pm, Saturday, January 18, 2020 at the Country Meadows Club House in Diamond, IL. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.