BEDFORD – Former Lawrence County Surveyor Michael D. Arena, 77, of Bedford, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2023.
Mike was a professional land surveyor who was licensed in Indiana, Kentucky, Illinois, and Tennessee. Arena served 11 terms as the Lawrence County Surveyor from 1973 until 2017 and most recently worked with the firm of Bledsoe Riggert Cooper James until his passing. He had more than 54 years of experience in the field.
During his professional life, Mike was also on the Board of Directors of Green Hill Cemetery and was a member of the Bedford Exchange Club, having served as President for both organizations.
Mike was a dedicated and devout member of the Church of Christ, having served as a Deacon for Central Church of Christ and, most recently, Southland Church of Christ, where he taught several Bible classes and delivered the occasional sermon.
Mike was a published author of religion, having written the book “Bumper Sticker Religion”, which can be purchased through Dorrance Publishing Co.
Michael was a veteran of the U.S. Army and National Guard and was an active member of the American Legion.
Mike and his wife Nancy were married for 56 years.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., on Saturday, February 4th in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary. Burial will follow in Green Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until the hour of service on Saturday at the Day & Carter Mortuary.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Mike’s name to the American Cancer Society.
