The man affectionately known as "Mr. Costco" has died after a battle with terminal cancer.
The man affectionately known as « Mr. Costco » has died. Arlie Smith was loved by customers at the store in Danville for his warm smile, sense of humor and his kind heart. We first told you about the San Ramon resident two years ago, shortly after he learned he had terminal cancer. That’s when a group of customers called « Arlie’s Angels » treated him to a trip to Hawaii. He appreciated the gesture, but ended up using the money to be the top fundraiser for the Children’s Miracle Network. Despite the 48-year-old’s diagnosis and his battle with multiple sclerosis, he kept smiling and worked tirelessly to help others, especially sick kids. At his family’s request, a donation page has been set up by UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland. It reads:
