Robert D. "Bob" Arnold, 58, of 3024 Tag Road, Canastota, died Sunday, July 10, 2011, at his home, following a lengthy illness.
He was born on Jan. 4, 1953, in Canastota, the son of Robert and Betty Nye Arnold.
Bob lived in Canastota all his life, and was a 1971 graduate of Canastota High School.
He had been an Audio Visual Tech at Onondaga County Community College for many years, retiring in 2003 due to poor health. Bob had previously worked at Radio Shack in Oneida for many years.
He enjoyed being a Ham Radio Operator and his call sign was N2JEU. Bob loved computers and was enjoyed creating websites. He was recently writing "Random Access" articles for the Madison County Courier.
Surviving are: his father, Robert Arnold of Canastota; a sister and brother-in-law, Leilani "Lani" and Michael Seifert of Oneida; a niece, Buffi Delaney; two great-nieces, Sabrina Collins and Nicole Clapper, and a great-nephew, Jesse Clapper.
Memorial services for Robert D. "Bob" Arnold, 58, of Canastota, will be held 3 p.m. Friday, July 15, 2011, at the J. Homer Ball Funeral Home, Canastota. The Rev. William M. Wilcox, pastor of Fyler Community Church, will officiate. Calling hours will be held Friday from 1-3 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home, 201 James St., Canastota. In his memory, contributions may be made to Special Olympics New York, 6315 Fly Road, East Syracuse, NY 13057, with envelopes available at the funeral home.
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Published by Oneida Daily Dispatch from Jul. 12 to Jul. 13, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Arnold

14 Entries

Marie Lamb

July 15, 2011

On behalf of all of us at Cumbre DX and the DXing with Cumbre radio show, I want to extend our prayers and sympathies. Bob did so much to make the Cumbre operations possible, and a lot for shortwave listeners and for amateur radio. We will miss his kind and generous spirit; he was a friend to many, especially us. Marie Lamb, Host and Producer, DXing with Cumbre

Ole Tuft

July 14, 2011

It saddened me to hear of these grave news. Through his work on the internet, Bob came to be an integral part of many people's lives. I think I speak for the whole community when I say that he will be missed dearly. Condolences from Norway.

Mary Jo Newberry

July 14, 2011

I too was a classmate of Bob's. He was a kind and good man. So very sorry for your loss. Mary Jo Newberry

Debbie Cole

July 14, 2011

Leilani and family, I am sorry to hear of your brother's passing. We lost Charlie last year. It is very painful to lose your brother. My thoughts are with you.

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Scott Ramsey

July 13, 2011

Bob touched so many people through the internet, and his passing has created a void that will be impossible to fill. My sincere condolences go out to his family and loved ones, all those who were blessed to know him in real life as we only knew him through the virtual world. He will be missed.

Ron Arnold

July 13, 2011

Although we have lost touch over the years, I am very saddened by this news. Way back in the 60s/70s my friends and I had lots of fun times with Bob - he fascinated us as kids with his Ham radio and other gadgets. I just know he'll have heaven fully wired before long!

Ed Cretaro

July 13, 2011

I graduated with Bob long ago. I believe my Dad worked with his Dad as well. I knew he was an electronics buff and so was I at one time. My condolences to the family. 73 Bob de KD2W
EEC '71

Buffi Delaney

July 13, 2011

Thank you everyone for the thoughts and prayers he will be missed and he did touch alot of people thru the internet. It is nice to know that he helped so many people in his life, thank you for the comments.

Donncha O'Luain

July 12, 2011

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts and prayers of many of his online fans and friends are with you at this time of sorrow

July 12, 2011

Leilani&Family, So sorry to hear of Bob's passing.Our thoughts & prayers are with you and family at this time. Bob always sat close by and we talked all the time all through school. Bob will be missed by all who knew him. Bob & Marsha Andrews & Family

Joyce Melton

July 12, 2011

Bob was my friend though I only knew him through his online activities and long phone conversations. He's deeply missed in the online communities in which his help and encouragement was prominent. Dozens of people have expressed their grief at my own website. Tens of thousands of people knew of him and benefited from his talent, skill and kindness.

betty tooke

July 12, 2011

Bob andI graduated together and my thoughts and prayers go out to you. So sorry for your loss.

Patty Osgood-Baldwin

July 12, 2011

Was hoping to C Bob at our upcoming Reunion....we have lost so many classmates.....God Bless....

July 12, 2011

Leilani, I am so sorry to hear about Bob. I graduated with Bob in '71. My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family.

Kathy Pavone Devine

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