Arand, Joseph Henry passed away on Sunday July 27, 2014 at Grand River Hospital, K-W Health Centre, Kitchener. Joe resided in St. Clements and was born 74 years ago in Mornington Township. He was the son of the late Henry and Florence (Fink) Arand. Beloved husband of Betty (Elliott) Arand whom he married on August 16,1969. Loving father of James Arand of Heidelberg, Jennifer Arand and Albert Chung of Toronto, and Mathew Arand of St. Clements. Dear grandfather of Lucan and Fable. Joe will be dearly missed by his brothers and sisters, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Doris and Roy Gingerich, Joanne Becker, Linda and Paul O'Conner, Verna and Ken Bogusat, Walter Arand, Jim Arand, Harold and Ameela Arand, Marlene Hill, Brian Arand, Debbie and Tony Dessler, Peggy Arand, John and Susan Arand, Reick and Glen Sippel, Heather Arand, and Lois Gropp. Joe was predeceased by his brothers George Arand, Bob Arand, Bernie and Madeline Arand, Norman Arand, Bert Arand, and Arnie Arand.
Internment in Greenwood Cemetary, Milverton

Joe was a proud alumni of the University of Waterloo where he earned his degree in mathematics and computer science, and worked as a computer programmer for several years before settling into a career as a Registrar for the Radio College of Canada. He was an avid gardener and woodworker, a multi-talented and thoroughly knowledgeable craftsman with a gigantic heart who especially loved and spoiled his feline companions. Joe could repair or replace nearly everything mechanical or electrical, and build almost anything from start to finish. He was also recently recognized as an honourable member of the Elmira Rod and Gun Club, an acknowledgement of his lifelong dedication and immeasurable contributions to the club's sustainability and infrastructure. Joe shared his passion and respect for the sport as a firearm safety instructor for several years during which he affected the lives of numerous beginner enthusiasts who, thereafter, also went on to explore and enjoy the myriad of possible sport related directions and levels. Joe was always eager to share his interests with others and made himself available to help out with anything, wherever and whenever he possibly could! His presence is indescribably missed by family, friends, and felines alike!