Arthur J. Amador Arthur Joseph Amador, 69, of Lafayette, IN passed away on February 10, 2017. He was born on March 19, 1947 to the late Augustine and Juanita Amador. Surviving are his wife of nearly 50 years, Sharon Cwidak Amador; his children, Corey (Angela) Amador, Stephanie (Kyle) Amador Tribbett, Bryan Amador, Allyson (Joseph) Boeckma; and his grandchildren, Haley, Kaylee, Brianna, and Mia Amador, Ilaria Boeckman, and Nolan Tribbett. Also surviving are his brothers, Tony, Arnulfo, Alex, and Armando; his sisters, Alice Cox, Amy, Abigail, and Annette Briones; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Israel and Alonzo and his sister, Adele Almaguer. He was a Vietnam era Veteran of the United States Army, a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was a hardworking, determined man with a heart of gold and a fierce compassion for his fellow human beings. He will be remembered for his love of painting, movies, and music; his love of the outdoors and camping; and his serious love of Notre Dame football.There will be private services for immediate family only and a Celebration of Life for those who loved him at a later date.You may light a Candle of Hope in remembrance of Art and sign his online guestbook by visiting www.fisherfuneralchapel.com