Arlie Vandegrift Obituary (1931 - 2020)

Arlie Ann Siniscalchi Vandegrift (89) Tooele, Utah Our loving Mother and Candy Grandma passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at her home of natural causes. Arlie was born March 22, 1931 in Galeton, Colorado to William and Helen Petty. She had three siblings: brother Bill Petty (deceased), sisters; June Best (deceased) and Selma Van Dyke. She graduated from Riverside High School in Riverside, Illinois in 1948. She married Joseph Siniscalchi, August 8, 1951 and remained married until his death in 1978. She later married John Vandegrift, in Lakeland Florida where they resided until his death in August 2015. She then returned to Tooele, Utah where she resided until her death. Arlie was a dedicated housewife, mother to her boys, grandmother, and cat lover. The stories we could share are endless, from dented colanders, sink baths, yelling at sporting events, to her dry wit and sarcastic personality. She worked at the Tooele Army Depot in the travel office for many years. She loved her time there and made many friends. Arlie was an avid reader (thousands and thousands of books), and a loyal Chicago Cubs fan. She lived through many years of pitiful Cubs performances, but her dedication never waned. She experienced pure elation in 2016 when her beloved Cubbies broke the curse. She is survived by her sons: Joe (Kim), Jeff (Suzanne), Keith (Frances), Brad (Eyr in). Grandchildren: Ashley (Justin), Danielle (Noel), Christopher (Abbey), Lauren, Ryan (Katie), John, Nic, Mitchell, and Cate. Great grandchildren: Saul, Gabe, Ezekiel, Eli, Rowen, Rio, and Brooks. A graveside service was held on Monday, October 5, 2020 at the Tooele City Cemetery. Go Cubs Go!