Mehrdad “Mike” Arrar was born on January 24, 1986 in Miami, Florida to Borzo Arrar and Mehrangiz Rahmankhah. He had two younger sisters, Nooshin and Farnoz Arrar. He was called to serve a greater purpose in life on April 30, 2023 after a gruesome battle of Stage IV cancer.
Mike served in the United States Marine Corps as a Marine Aviation Supply Specialist from September 08, 2008 to March 07, 2018 where he was honorably discharged as a Sergeant. Although most of his military career occurred in San Diego, CA, he also served a tour in Afghanistan. Mike was awarded the following decorations, medals, and badges:
>Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
>Navy Unit Commendation
>Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal (3)
>National Defense Service Medal
>Afghanistan Campaign Medal (w/ 1 star)
>Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
>Sea Service Deployment Ribbon
>NATO Medal-ISAF Afghanistan
>Certificate of Commendation
>Letter of Appreciation (2)
>Expert Rifle Qualification Badge (2)
>Marksman Pistol Qualification Badge
Mike’s interests and hobbies were anything Disney, Star Wars, and Green Bay Packers related. He enjoyed building legos, crafting, and exploring the outdoors, especially if it was Hawaii.
Mike met the love of his life, Priscilla, on October 16, 2016 and tied the knot on March 01, 2020. He is survived by his wife, his two children, Kamran and Kiana, his parents, his sisters, and many family and friends.
He will be definitely remembered and missed for his contagious laugh and willingness to always put others before himself. His kind spirit and love will forever carry on.
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