WALLINGFORD - Gerald N. Arkenbout, 82, of Wallingford, beloved husband of 60 years to Emily (Schock) Arkenbout, departed this life on Sunday, June 2, 2013 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Gerald was born on April 13, 1931 in Jersey City, NJ, son of the late Jacob and Mathilda (Meyer) Arkenbout. He was U. S. Army Veteran who served in the Infantry during the Korean Conflict and was awarded Korean Service Medal with three Bronze Stars, Occupation Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and the United Nations Service Medal. During his employment career he worked as a Deputy Game Warden and later retired as a Water Plant Operator with the U. S. Military Academy. In his spare time he enjoyed reading and was an avid NY Mets fan. He is survived by his wife Emily of Wallingford along with their children: Douglas Arkenbout of WA, Gerri Meyer and her husband George of WA, Steven Arkenbout and his wife Marsha-Kay of Wallingford, Lillian Bradbury and her husband Larry of NY, Elaine LaBarre and her husband Ron of NY and Jacob Arkenbout of Wallingford. Gerald also leaves 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. He is preceded in death by a son, David Arkenbout and 6 siblings: Richard, Bernice, Louise, Henry, Albert, and Mathilda. A Memorial Service celebrating his life will be held on Thursday, June 6th at 11 AM at the B.C. Bailey Funeral Home, 273 S. Elm Street, Wallingford. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family.