Arun Mallik, 79, of Lancaster, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on January 3, 2014. Born in Kolkata, India, he was the son of the late Brahama Mohan and Bina (Pani) Mallik. Arun was the loving husband of Sharmistha (Das) Mallik, who celebrated 40 years of marriage.

Arun was a Certified Public Accountant. He first worked as an accountant in Kolkata, then later moving to Lancaster to work at Lancaster County Court House, where he worked for 35 years.

In his free time he enjoyed gardening, fishing for Carp, and listening to classic sitar Indian music, as well as going to the park for family picnics. He was a dedicated grandfather.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Bampi Raj Mallik of Lancaster; daughter Donna Mallik of Neffsville; grandson Alex M. Johnson of Neffsville; and someone who is like a son, David A. Johnson of Lancaster.

A Hindu Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at 2PM at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543 with a Priest from The Hari Temple in Harrisburg to be officiating. A viewing will be held at the funeral home from noon until 2PM. Following the ceremony cremation will take place in the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Crematory.