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john arellanoJohn R. Arellano, 66, died Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021.

He was born March 18, 1954 to Eliseo and Patricia Arellano in Victoria, Texas. 

He married Carole Arellano March 18, 1996. She survives. 

He was a devoted father, loving grandfather, avid dog lover and a life-long NFL Chiefs fan. He enjoyed spending time with his family, making people laugh, star-gazing, walking nature trails, and dancing. 

John is survived by his three sons, one daughter and two stepchildren: Jason Arellano; John Arellano Jr; Joseph Arellano; Lydia Bedford; Jeanie Thomas, Bruce Crawford; 21 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers: A.V., Aaron and infant Arellano; sister, Lupe Arellano; and stepdaughter, Trudi Robinson.

• Cremation took place Friday, Jan. 7, 2021. 

Friends and family will have the honor of celebrating his life at a later time. 

Memorials are suggested to the Humane Society at www.humanesociety.org/memorialdonations