Arlon Duane Fields, 75, of Orange, left this world to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, November 16, 2015, at his home surrounded by his family.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 21, 2015, at First United Methodist Church in Orange with Reverend John Warren officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens near Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 p.m., Friday, in the Praise Center at the church.
Born in Portales, New Mexico, on May 9, 1940, he was the son of Wallace Fields and Bernice Kimbell. Arlon graduated from Stark High School in 1958 and in 1963 he graduated from Texas A&M, where he was proud to be an Aggie. He served honorably in the United States Army and worked as an engineer for DuPont. After retirement he enjoyed fishing and became more active in different organizations. He was a member of First United Methodist Church where he served on many different committees, was active with Habitat for Humanity and United Way. As a tutor for the adult literacy program he helped many adults to earn their GED. He was loved by many friends and will be missed.
Arlon was preceded in death by his parents and is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Lynn Smithson Skidmore Fields and his children, Duane Fields, Travis Fields, Stacey Brister and husband, Larry, Greg Skidmore and wife, Amy and Donnie Skidmore. He is also survived by his six grandchildren, Jake Fields, Gage Fields, Jessica Skidmore, Caitlin Vidalier, Devon Skidmore and Christian Skidmore; two great grand-children; his siblings, Dona Gaye Fertitta and husband, Buddy, Ken Fields and wife, Susan, Don Fields and numerous nephews and nieces.
The family would like to thank their close friend and caregiver, Molly Stringer for her love, care and compassion during this time along with Texas Home Health Hospice.
Condolences
Robert Swain
December 2, 2015
Arlon and I were friends at Texas A&M. We were in the same unit my junior year before I went to the Brigade Staff my senior year. Returning to Texas after a life every where but here, one of my to do list was to find Arlon and rekindle the friendship that we once had. Arlon was special to me as he probably was to most who knew him. I will regret to my dying day not making the effort to find him and celebrate our lives together as we draw near the end. Tomorrow will not be another day, I miss him. Robert Swain '62
Tom & Sue Myers
November 19, 2015
Tom & Sue Myers purchased the Divine Peace Bouquet for the family of Arlon Duane Fields.
Tom & Sue Myers
November 19, 2015
Our time in Orange was greatly enhanced by knowing Arlon through DuPont. He worked with Tom and he and Lynn became our friends during the 10 years we were there. He was a super guy, cared for others and did good work for Tom while at the plant. He always invited Tom and Robert Sims to his awesome cabin he and Lynn had built at Toledo Bend which they celebrated whether they caught a mess of fish or not. He was a remarkable fellow and so out going with everyone he came in contact with. I can't remember another guy who was so kind and a friend to everyone. I hope Lynn has good memories of Arlon and shares them with his grandchildren and all who ask about him. I'm sure that the Lord has welcomed him to his heavenly home and that one day we'll see our dear friend once more. Rest now Arlon, you deserve it so much!! Sad in our hearts, Tom & Sue Myers Missouri City TX
Cetha Wade Haure
November 19, 2015
Lynn, my prayers are with you and your family in the loss of Arlon. The classmates of the 58 class will miss him greatly at our reunions. May God be with you in the days to come.
Linda Koonce
November 19, 2015
I am deeply saddened by the passing of my friend, Arlon Fields. Arlon's friendship was one of the highlights of my career at DuPont. He was my mentor, my coach, my cheerleader and my friend, just as he was to so many others. I send my sincere condolences to Lynn, Duane and Travis and to all whom Arlon held dear. I take comfort and joy in knowing that the repose of Arlon's soul lies with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and I pray that Light Perpetual shines upon him. Sincerely, Linda Parker Dearing Koonce
Anonymous
November 19, 2015
Beautiful in Blue was purchased for the family of Arlon Duane Fields.
Bennett And Jenni Kimbell And Colleen Kimbell
November 18, 2015
Bennett and Jenni Kimbell and Colleen Kimbell purchased the Fairest of All for the family of Arlon Duane Fields.
Sharon Peterson Schmidt
November 18, 2015
I went to Anderson elementary school with Arlon. We had a square dance group and Arlon and I were partners. We both really enjoyed the two years we danced together and over the years we reminisced about those fun grade school days and our favorite teacher Mrs. Bunn. He was a vital part of our class reunions and will really be missed by everyone. Lynn you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love to you and your family. Sharon Schmidt