RUNYON, Arthur V. 77, passed on July 28, 2013 while on vacation in Park City, UT. He was born Dec. 1, 1935 in High Bridge, NJ to Arthur N. and Myrtle Runyon. He married Joan Lee Gouldner on June 23, 1957 in Plainfield, NJ. He attended Plainfield High School, St. Pete College and St. Leo University, and followed the family tradition of Masonic membership. A loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather, Art will forever live in the hearts of his family. He was an avid boater and enjoyed an abundance of golf in retirement at The Villages. Art served 4 years in the U.S. Navy during the Korean and Vietnam wars. He spent 1 ½ years in the Atlantic fleet submarines, with participation in operation "Deep Freeze", and served on the 1st U.S. ship up the Saigon River to evacuate Vietnam. He began his successful career in the police dept. on Dec. 1956 in Plainfield, NJ. In 1968, he moved to Florida and started with the St. Petersburg Police Dept., and retired in 1991 as acting Chief of Police. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Joan Lee Runyon; children, Mark A. Runyon, Pamela R. Haigh, Paul V. Runyon, Pamela's husband, Herbert S. Haigh, Mark's wife, Maura Runyon; brother, Howard L. Runyon and wife, Loretta Runyon; brother-in-law, Eric A. Johnson and wife, Donna Johnson; 7 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents Arthur and Mrytle Runyon, siblings Glen Leaver, Gene Leaver and Joyce Leaver. A Celebration of Art's Life will be held on Monday, Aug. 12th, 12 pm at North Lake Presbyterian Church, 975 Rolling Acres Rd., Lady Lake, FL. Please do not wear black. Internment will precede the service at 9 am at the Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell. In lieu of flowers, please make donation in tribute to Art to either The Wounded Warrior Project www.woundedwarriorproject.org/Donate or The Special Olympics www.specialolympics.org
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August 14, 2013
George Gatchel
Joan,
Art was a great friend and we road together when he first came on the dept. He was a dedicated officer, loved the job and contributed much to the dept. Sorry for your loss.
August 12, 2013
Over the years, my brother-in-law and I may have been on different sides of the fence at times but were always in agreement when it came to love of country, unity of family, and service to others. Art and my sister ( Joan ) made a wonderful team. Deepest sympathy... Eric and Donna
August 8, 2013
Ellen Gatchel Smith
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
August 7, 2013
Brian Hadfield
Dear Joan and Family
My heartfelt condolances on your loss. You were our great neighbours in Harbourside, spending many happy hours together.I am thankful we had the recent visit with you and Art.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brian Hadfield
August 6, 2013
John Dressback
I owe a lot to Art for the opportunity to represent SPPD at the Police Academy which led to becoming Academy Director upon SPPD retirement. Forever grateful to him.
August 6, 2013
Susie Reinhart
To Joan, Paul, Pam, and all of the Runyon family. My thoughts and Prayers are with you. Sending you all my deepest sympathy. May God bless you in your time of sorrow.
August 5, 2013
Terry & Gert Hensley
Joan & Family:
As you know, I worked with Art for years. We had a few little ups and downs, but in the end we were friends. Gert and I enjoyed our times together and are very sorry for your loss.
If there is anything we can do for you, anything, don't hesitate to ask. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Terry & Gert Hensley
August 5, 2013
Bill and Sharon Landis
He'll be missed by many and especially me. I'll think of him every time I'm watching a NCAA national championship game in football or basketball because I've seen everyone of them with Art by my side since 2004.
August 5, 2013
Chaplain Ray Fritz
On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), we offer our sincere condolences to Joan Lee and all of Arthur's family and friends, in your hour of sorrow. May God whisper peace into your hearts and comfort and heal them. We are grateful for Arthur's service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service and the U.S. Navy. "Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. May you rest in peace and may God bless your loved ones who remain. Thank you for your service to our country." -- Rev. Ray Fritz, National Chaplain United States Submarine Veterans, USSVI.
August 4, 2013
Nick Nichols
To Joan and Family,
On behalf of the Charleston Base SUBVETS and Swamp Fox Chapter SUBVETS WWII, I offer you our sincere condolences on Art's passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one and all SUBVETS and their families have your family in our thoughts and prayers. There is no expiration date on the back of our dolphins and Art will always be remembered as a “Brother of the Phin” and a great Patriot.
Arthur V. Runyon
US Navy
Now on Eternal Patrol
Sailor Rest Your Oar
Your Shipmates Have The Watch
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate
Charleston Base Submarine Veterans
Nick Nichols, Base Chaplain
August 4, 2013
Bill & Janet Braun
Joan & family,
Please accept our condolences.
August 4, 2013
EDWARD VANDEYMARK
many fond memories from the past with personal and work. my condolences to the family
August 4, 2013
Arturo Rios
Dear Joan:
Myrna and myself were shock when we saw Art's obituary in the Tampa Bay Times. What we regret is not having the opportunity to enjoy both of your companionship since you moved to The Villages. He will always be on our hearts, and we will never forget the good times we had together with Dr. Bishop and Isabel.
Sincerely,
Myrna & Arturo Rios
August 4, 2013
Scott & Sandy Sandmeyer
Paul and the Runyon family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. May God's love comfort you as He holds you in the palm of His hand.
August 4, 2013
Mike Kouns
Glad to have been able to work with Art on SPPD. Those were the days. He will be missed by many many people.
August 4, 2013
Don and Betty Keith
Glad I got an opportunity to talk with Art this spring. My condolences to Joan and children - He will be missed.
August 4, 2013
Marc Harden
Joan and Family:
Art was a good friend and great mentor. I learned a great deal from him and hold many dear memories of our times together.
Deana and I were sad to hear of his recent passing and offer our deep condolences.
The world was a better place for his being in it.
August 4, 2013
Marc Harden
Joan and Family:
Art meant so much to us as a friend and as a mentor. We were sad to hear of his recent passing. He was a good man and a great friend. The world was better for his being here.
August 4, 2013
Charlie Barnes
A tribute to mankind.
August 4, 2013
Paul and Penny Cooke
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
August 4, 2013
Myron and Ellen Mensh
We are sorry for your loss. Art was a terrific person and I enjoyed working with him when I was with the SAO.
August 4, 2013
Jerry Lynch
He will be missed.
August 4, 2013
John Gicking
Sorrow is very sad but always remember the Good Times..Time now for resting Art..
August 2, 2013
Lyn Pierce
im so sorry to hear this my prayers are with the family.
August 2, 2013
Jim and Bonnie Books
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
August 2, 2013
Cande Keller
I was so saddened to hear of your loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with the family.
August 2, 2013
Linda Mattson
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
August 2, 2013
Paul Cooke
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. The Cooke family.
August 2, 2013
Jeanette Bright
Our prayers go out to each of you.
So very sorry for your loss.
Jeanette Williams Bright and Family
August 2, 2013
Cleven Wyatt
The Wyatt family send their thoughts and prayers to the family of a man who devoted his life to serving others.
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