John Joseph "Joe" Arnold, 86, Springfield, passed away at 6:35 a.m. Sunday, August 13, 2006, in Primrose Place Healthcare Center. Joe was born September 6, 1919, in Springfield, Mo., to Roy L. and Pearl M. (Newbill) Arnold. Mr. Arnold, a MSU alumnus, was a World War II veteran, serving under General Patton in Europe during the D-Day+2 Invasion, and a longtime Harry Cooper Supply employee. Mr. Arnold is survived by his wife, Rose Mae of the home; his five children and their spouses: Jerry Lee and Esther Arnold of Franklin, Ohio; John J., Jr., and Dale Arnold of Springfield; Sharon and Gary Swanby of Ramsey, Minn.; Richard and Mary Ann Arnold of Springfield; Charles and Virginia Arnold of Highlandville, Mo.; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and his brother, Roy Louis Arnold of Brooklyn, NY. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2006, in St. Agnes Cathedral with Fr. Mike McDevitt celebrant. Burial with military honors will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery under the care of Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home, 500 E. Walnut St. Visitation will begin at 5 p.m., followed by Prayer Service at 7 p.m. today, Aug. 15, in the funeral home. Heartfelt thanks go to the Primrose staff who showered Joe and family with tender loving care during his final days. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Agnes Tuition Fund, 533 S. Jefferson, Springfield, MO 65806. Online condolences can be made at www.hhlohmeyer.com.
John Joseph "Joe" Arnold, 86, Springfield, passed away at 6:35 a.m. Sunday, August 13, 2006, in Primrose Place Healthcare Center. Joe was born September 6, 1919, in Springfield, Mo., to Roy L. and Pearl M. (Newbill) Arnold. Mr. Arnold, a MSU alumnus, was a World War II veteran, serving under General Patton in Europe during the D-Day+2 Invasion, and a longtime Harry Cooper Supply employee. Mr. Arnold is survived by his wife, Rose Mae of the home; his five children and their spouses: Jerry Lee and Esther Arnold of Franklin, Ohio; John J., Jr., and Dale Arnold of Springfield; Sharon and Gary Swanby of Ramsey, Minn.; Richard and Mary Ann Arnold of Springfield; Charles and Virginia Arnold of Highlandville, Mo.; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and his brother, Roy Louis Arnold of Brooklyn, NY. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2006, in St. Agnes Cathedral with Fr. Mike McDevitt celebrant. Burial with military honors will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery under the care of Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home, 500 E. Walnut St. Visitation will begin at 5 p.m., followed by Prayer Service at 7 p.m. today, Aug. 15, in the funeral home. Heartfelt thanks go to the Primrose staff who showered Joe and family with tender loving care during his final days. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Agnes Tuition Fund, 533 S. Jefferson, Springfield, MO 65806. Online condolences can be made at www.hhlohmeyer.com.
Family Members
Sponsored by Ancestry
Advertisement
Advertisement
