Arnold R. Gluck

Arnold R. “Orphan Man” Gluck, 86 of Centralia, passed away Thursday, November 27, 2014 at his home.Arnold was born April 20, 1928 in Streator, IL, son of Joseph A. Gluck, Mabel (Bonner) Moeglich and step-father, Wilfred Moeglich. He married Marilyn Bozarth on May 14, 1950 at the First United Presbyterian Church in Centralia.In addition to his wife of 64 years, he is also survived by two daughters: Kathie Gluck and Susan Gluck both of Centralia; two grandsons: Derrick Gluck and Kyle Salisbury both of Centralia; a brother, Dwight E. Gluck and wife Lois of Durant, Okla.; three nieces and two nephews: Kedra, Debbie, Jonathan, Ruth Marie and Gary; and many dear friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters: Edna Gluck and Ruth (Gluck) Banks, and two brothers: Joseph Gluck and Alvin Gluck.Arnold was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church in Centralia, past member of the Centralia Elks, and the Centralia Cultural Society. Arnold was a brick mason with his stepfather Wilfred "Fish" Moeglich. He was also a Purchasing Agent at Klein Armature Works. He attended Centralia High School and was chosen as the model for the drawing of the Orphan Mascot. He loved sports and participated in basketball, football, and track. He was very active with the Centralia Cultural Society where he served behind the scenes as Stage Manager for many productions and on stage as Moonface Martin in "Anything Goes", Fagin in "Oliver" and numerous other characters.Funeral Services for Arnold Gluck will be held Wednesday, December 3, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. at the First United Presbyterian Church in Centralia with Dr. Ed Evans officiating. Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 2, 2014 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home in Centralia and from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service on Wednesday morning at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the CHS Booster Club, Centralia Cultural Society, or to Donor’s Choice and will be accepted at Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home in Centralia, which is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.sutherlandfuneralhome.com

Arnold R. Gluck

April 20, 1928 - November 27, 2014