Arlon K. Byrom

August 13, 1953 - July 9, 2019

Arlon Byrom, 65, of Rose Hill, IA passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2019, at Mahaska Health in Oskaloosa, Iowa. Arlon K. Byrom, son of Cecil Arlon and Margaret (Gerdes) Byrom, was born August 13, 1953, in California. Arlon attended school in California and graduated with the class of 1968. After his education he went directly into the Navy. After his service, Arlon began working as a diesel mechanic. He primarily worked on semi-trucks and large construction equipment. He lived in multiple states that included California, Oregon and Iowa, but he always made time to help take care of his family. Arlon wouldn’t hesitate to bend over backwards to help a friend in need. Arlon enjoyed painting, reading and writing books, collecting model trains as well as stamps. He was an avid animal lover and very much enjoyed dogs and cats. Arlon’s family includes his mother, Margaret G. Byrom of Rose Hill, IA; his brothers Curtis Byrom of Quarts Hill, CA and Scott Reddy of Oskaloosa, IA, and many nieces and nephews and beloved friends. Arlon was preceded in death by his father, Cecil. As was his wish, Arlon’s body has been cremated and no services are planned at this time.