Arlin Phillip Strong,66 of Sumner Michigan was born April 6, 1955 in Edmore, Michigan. He went to be with the Lord on August 8, 2021. Arlin helped maintain the family-owned farm until early adult life then went on to own and operate his trucking business, Strong Trucking, for the next 36 years. Arlin “Rooster,” was a dedicated semi-truck driver and renowned for decades in the tri-state area. Arlin enjoyed summers camping with family, fishing, & taking care of farm animals. He invested much of himself into his family’s home. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, & friend to all who knew him. His children & grandchildren were his greatest source of joy. Arlin cherished his time spent with them all.  Arlin is survived by his loving wife, Suzanne, of more than 32 years, daughters Dana Strong, Stacy (Jay) Jiles, Nicolle (Aaron) Burnell, Ollivia (Jeffrey) Macha, sons Matthew (Trasi) Strong, Levi Strong, 15 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter.