Michael Van Arthur

August 30, 1965 - April 10, 2021

Life Reflections Michael Van Arthur, 55, departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 10, 2021, at his residence in Sumter, S. C. Born in Sumter County, on August 30, 1965, he was one of four children born to the late Henry L. Arthur and Rose Mary Sweatman. Michael attended Sumter County Public Schools. He was a faithful member of Asberry United Methodist Church, Lynchburg, S.C. He was employed as a long distance truck driver, where he traveled many miles for long years and always talked about the sights and experiences while t raveling the country. Michael was family oriented, when he was not traveling, he enjoyed being around the family talking about his childhood days. One of his favorite pastimes was cooking for the family, especially grilling turkey wings and other delicious meats. He also enjoyed T.V. Sports and hanging out with his friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Jeanette Riddick. Those left to cherish precious memories are two sisters, Barbara Arthur, Columbia, SC, and Grace Hill of Columbia, Maryland; a brother, Alford Reese Arthur, Sumter, SC and two nephews, Kasreeayl Chandler and Voevero Arthur, both of Columbia, SC, a niece, Varjetter James, Manning, SC, and a host of other relative and friends. Due to the Pandemic, the family will not friends at the home, however, we sincerely appreciate your calls, cards and acknowledgements. For further nstructions, please contact the family.