Robert D. Arell, 67 of Springfield passed away at home on the evening of Saturday, April 16, 2022.  Rob was born on April 14, 1955 in Springfield, Missouri and lived his whole life in Springfield.  He attended Parkview High School and graduated in 1973.  He attended Southwest Missouri State University.

Rob worked for City Utilities for over 20 years and he retired with the company in early 2002.  He worked his way up in the company and started in the accounting office.  His last position with the company was pole barn supervisor.  Rob received numerous awards of longevity with his company.  He was a proud member of the local union IBEW electrical workers number 753.

Before retirement Rob loved to spend time at Table Rock Lake at the cabin with family and our dogs, Ali and Dillion.  He loved working out, hunting and took pride and care in all his possessions.

In retirement years he enjoyed attending St. Joseph Church, riding his beloved Harley, and working out.

Rob was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Lee Arell and father, Robert C. Arell.

He is survived by his daughter, Courtney Smith; his sister, Connie Arell; his brother, Danny Arell; his two grandchildren, Brooklyn and Sebastian Smith; his nephew, Cie Arell; his dear friend, Randy Ursino; as well as extended family and friends.

Funeral Mass will be Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 10:00 am at St. Joseph Catholic Church under the care of Gorman Scharpf Funeral Home with burial to follow in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.  Visitation will be Friday, April 22, 2022 from 6-8 PM at the funeral home.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1115 N. Campbell Ave, Springfield, MO 65802.