JC VanArsdale, 88, of Columbia, Kentucky, died Wednesday, July 27 2022 at 9:17 A.M. at U.K. Chandler Hospital in Lexington.

He was born February 12, 1934, in Adair County, to the late Everett and Floy Burris VanArsdale.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Paul VanArsdale and four sisters, Rena Carter, Lou Keltner, Judy Miller and Donna Bivens.

JC was a member of Living By Faith Church, a U.S. Army Veteran, a 56 year member of Columbia Lodge 96, a member of V.F.W. Post 6097 and was owner of Dixie Cash & Carry for many years.

Survivors include:

His wife of 70 years – Elizabeth Corbin VanArsdale of Columbia

One daughter and son-in-law – Lesa and Bobby Withers of Columbia

Three sons and daughters-in-law – Daryl and Trudy VanArsdale, Alan and Beth VanArsdale, Kevin and Kesha VanArsdale all of Columbia

One sister and two brothers-in-law – Doris and Sonny Miller and Kenneth Russell Miller all of Creelsboro

Eleven grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren and expecting two great-great grandchildren very soon

His special friend and fishing buddy – Glen Corbin of Columbia

Several nieces, nephews, other relative and friends

Funeral service – Saturday, July 30, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. at Columbia Christian Church with Bro. Bobby Withers and Pastor Johnny Hood officiating

Burial in Columbia Cemetery with full military honors presented by V.F. W. Post 6097

Visitation after 4:00 P.M. Friday and after 8:00 A.M. Saturday at Columbia Christian Church

Masonic rites will be held Friday at 7:00 P.M. by Columbia Lodge 96

Casket Bearers:  Tim, Tyron, Noah, Hayden and Zach VanArsdale, Jayln Cross, Mason Adams, Josh Withers

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements