John Richard Arant, age 35, of Glade Hill passed away on Thursday, July 22, 2021.

John was tragically killed in a helicopter crash along with his brother, Alan and was preceded in death by his father, Alan Richard Arant and brother, Nicholas Arant. He is survived by his mother, Crystal Arant; sister, Lynette Rogers, brother, Tom Arant; grandmother, Lois Dodier; niece, Ryleigh Starr Arant; other relatives and many friends.

A joint celebration of life will be held for both John and Alan at 11:30 a.m. Monday, August 2, 2021 at the Arant Shop, 631 Greenhouse Road, Glade Hill, VA 24092 with Pastor Josh Cunningham officiating. Visitation will begin prior to the service beginning at 10 a.m. Following the service, lunch will be provided. Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, 62 VA Market Place Drive, Rocky Mount, VA 24151.

Local arrangements by Walker Funeral Home of Windsor.