Arnold J. Overby

Arnold J. Overby obituary, Ashland, VA

Arnold J. Overby

Arnold Overby Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Aug. 5, 2010.
OVERBY, Arnold J., 59, of Hanover County, died August 3, 2010. He is survived by his loving wife, Anne F. Overby; sons, Christopher and Geoffrey Overby; brothers, Lowen and Stanley Overby; stepdaughter, Catherine Smith and her husband, Shane; stepson, Michael Ferrier and his wife, Jan; and granddaughters, Catherine and Samantha Smith. Arnold was a bear of a man with the gentlest of souls. The family will receive friends on Friday, August 6, at 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Nelsen Funeral Home - Reid Chapel, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, where services will be held at 12 noon. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society, 4240 Park Place Ct., Glen Allen, Va. 23060.



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August 12, 2010

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Leonie May

August 12, 2010

My condolence and simpathy to the Overby family. It was a pleasure to work with him at Bank of America, he will be greatly missed.

Shona Thomas

August 6, 2010

Words cannot express the sorrow. We can only find comfort in knowing that Arnold is in a better place and is no longer suffering. Some may have been blinded by Arnold’s hard exterior, but he was the kindest man you could ever know; an exceptional mentor and a dear friend. He was very passionate about his job and never settled for less than perfection. Arnold was the first person who really believed in me and took a chance in developing my career at Bank of America; for that, I’m truly grateful. I did my best to always make him proud and to live up to his expectations. I will cherish all of the great memories working the SYSMODS, the wonderful talks, and the sincere advice. My prayers are with the Overby family, extended family, and friends.

Pat Clifford

August 5, 2010

Anne -
So sorry to hear of your loss.
You and your families will be in my prayers as you adjust to life without Arnold. What a guy he was! Special memories of many meetings and sysmods with him. He could always be counted on to get the job done right but with humor.
I regret I will not be able to attend the services as we are rolling out a new operating system this weekend at the shipyard where I work now.
My love and blessings to each.

Freda Bishop

August 5, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

carolyn worley

August 5, 2010

Anne, I am so sorry to hear about Arnold. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I am sure Arnold is in a better place with no pain. He will be greatly missed.

Michael Patterson

August 5, 2010

To Anne, and to Arnolds and Anne's families, nothing I can write can actually express what I am feeling, or for that matter relieve the feeling of loss shared by everyone. I would just like to say, however, that Arnold was a great guy, dedicated and steadfast, and when I pray, I will remember.

Love from Mike, Kelly and Sarah Patterson

Debbie Thomas

August 5, 2010

Anne,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. It was a pleasure and a priviledge to know and work with Arnold. He will be missed. May you find peace in you heart as you cherish all the wonderful memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Betsy Twining

August 5, 2010

Arnold was a joy to work with and a great mentor. I can still hear him telling me to slow down and be patient. There was never a time I couldn't call him and get instant help. He will be greatly missed. Ann, please know my thoughts are with you and all of Arnold's family.

Cathy Shaver

August 5, 2010

Anne,
I was so sorry to hear of Arnold's passing. You and the Overby family are in my thoughts and prayers. I have such fond memories,working with you and Arnold at BOFA over the years. The SYSMOD meetings and long weekend nights installing changes and the numerous security requests you worked for me. I know how difficult a loss of a loved one can be and only hope cancer can be eradicated in our lifetime.

Rodel Munios

August 5, 2010

You & I worked togerther side by side during the SYSMOD when I first arrived here in Richmond from California when NB acquired BOFA back in 1999. We became instant friend, your hard work and dedication to every small details of the changes / project that needed to done making sure everyting is fully operational and updated and ready to go. You are always available even on your days off. I remember that first year that you took the SYSMOD team to Ruth Chris for Christmas dinner (Diane Stroble, Chris Dowd, Joe Baysura, Bruce Hendricks) and you invited us for a get together at your new home in Ashland the following week and surprised us with a precious gift and I still have it to this day. I will surely missed you budd, Rodel [^;^] !!

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Elise Kinstler-Maley

August 5, 2010

I can't believe you're gone but I know you are in a better place. I'm glad I stopped in to see you on my way up and down 95 and also glad we spoke on the phone not too long ago. I will miss you my friend.

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