John E. Arnold

We were shocked and saddened to learn of John's untimely death and offer our sincere condolences to his sons and other family. We first met John in the Kucimat program a KU and stayed in touch through the years of honing our city management skills. I always appreciated his calm advice. We got better acquainted socially with he and Kaye as our professional paths crossed in the Kansas City area. She was a wonderful person and her loss was difficult to bare. In the last several years we spent...

I worked for and more importantly with John when he was in Fort Collins. I was a young green planner with a lot of crazy ideas. John took a chance on me and I have been eternally grateful. During my time with John he instilled two key management thoughts that I have used throughout my career and certainly contributed to success. First, he always told me and other staff members to think outside the box and don't be afraid to make mistakes, just don't make the same one twice. Numerous...

I first met John first through the stories of those with whom he had worked. They were stories of a risk - taker, an inspiring leader, and someone people genuinely liked and respected. When I met him in person he lived up to those stories and more. He was always someone with a big idea for how to make things better and a willingness to go for it. He is missed. My condolences to the the family. I am sorry for your loss.

Such sad news. John and I went to school together. He recently took me to another classmate's funeral and to lunch. He was the best dancer. My sincere condolences.

I had the opportunity to work with John in Fort Collins from 1977-81. John was my boss, mentor and friend. Our families enjoyed times socializing and taking part in many City activities.
During our tenure we planned and built numerous capital projects including a new City Hall, cultural and park projects and many street and utility improvements.
John assembled a strong management team. We were highly motivated and going to work was fun!
He was instrumental in my becoming a City...

He is going to be missed by a number of folks.

John was a good and caring man. Although we didn't keep close contact, I connected with him on LinkedIn and would periodically get emails from him: sharing his book, family ties, and especially when he wanted lyrics to songs that my father would sing--specifically "the Frog" song. He seemed to enjoy my Dad --must have been the music connection!
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your father and wishing you comfort in your memories.

Sitting at breakfast and opening my iPad to Johns obit was a real shock! He has always been a good friend and mentor to all of my family from high school on. I will miss being able to call or email when the mood struck...and there were many. I could always call on him when I was in college and needed a friend to lean on. Even recently we spoke often, comparing notes on life generally and specifically. He encouraged me to go into the Peace Corps when I was foundering about what my next step...