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James Clay "JC" Arbogast, 57, passed from this life on Tuesday, Oct. 27, in Parkersburg, West Virginia.
He was born on Jan. 13, 1969, in Elkins, to Guy Arbogast and Shirley Mae Gilbert.
Preceding him in death were both his parents and step-sister, Pamela Judy.
JC is survived by his son, Elliott Clay Arbogast; brother, Sheldon Arbogast and wife, Linda; step-sister, Sherri Judy Tharpe and husband, Tim; and Karen Arbogast, Guy's second wife; along with numerous cousins, nephews and nieces.
JC was a skilled and avid bowler. He was well known in both Elkins and Northern Virginia for numerous bowling tournament victories and his passion for the West Virginia Mountaineers will never be forgotten.
Per the family's request, cremation was performed.
Please contribute any charitable donations to Randolph County Humane Society. P.O. Box 785, Elkins, WV 26241.
Family and friends are invited to a "Celebration of Life" to be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, at Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins.
Pastor Stella Fay Moyer will officiate.
Memorial services provided by Tomblyn Funeral Home for James Clay "JC" Arbogast.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblyunfuneralhome.com.