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JOSEPHINE H. ARNOLD (Age 92)
A lifelong resident of Alexandria, VA devoted mother of six, homemaker and lifelong member of St. Mary's Catholic Church passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on August 23, 2015. A graduate of Mt. Vernon High School she married her high school sweetheart, Patrick W. Arnold. They enjoyed 54 years of marriage before his passing in July of 1996. Pat was known by many as the owner of nearby Pat's Market, she and some of the boys also worked there in the 1960's. She will be remembered fondly by all for her remarkable wit and wisdom and incomparable sense of humor, never at a loss for words or insightful comment. She brought a smile to all who knew her. Josephine is preceded in death by her husband, Patrick W. Arnold. She is survived by her children: Francis M. "Mike" (Amelia), Patrick W. II "Casey" (Robin), Kelley M., Kevin C. (Teri), Sean R. (Michele), and Colleen E. (Tom). Also, she leaves eight grandchildren, three great granddaughters and a great great grandson. Family will receive friends on Thursday, August 27 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Everly Wheatley Funeral Home, 1500 W. Braddock Rd., Alexandria, VA. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, August 28 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 310 Royal Street, Alexandria, VA. Interment at Bethel Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
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Nancy Wilder
September 1, 2015
Casey, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your mom enjoyed a good life and is now with her Heavenly Father.
Patti Shoultes
August 28, 2015
Casey, my deepest sympathies in the loss of your mom, she was a wonderful lady.
Dee Dee Barbour
August 28, 2015
In memory of Josephine H. Arnold.
August 28, 2015
Dear Amelia and Arnold family,
Please know that you all have been in my thoughts and prayers. Prayers that you look to each other in this time of deep loss. Prayers that memories of your mother comfort you. Prayers that with each other's support, time and God's grace you will find peace. With deepest sympathies, Dee Dee Barbour
August 27, 2015
Our sincere condolences. May you draw comfort from the strength only God can give. "He will make you firm, he will make you strong." - 1 Peter 5:10
August 27, 2015
So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and hope in God's Word the Bible during this most difficult time.
August 27, 2015
From one large St. Mary's family to another - The Gilillands are saddened by the news of your mom's passing, but find comfort in her long life and your fond memories of a great mom.
Wally and Dawn Seligman
August 27, 2015
Josie - you have left a void on this earth but have made all of Heaven rejoice in your homecoming!
We love you all!
Renatte Eshuali
August 27, 2015
Dear Francis M. "Mike" (Amelia), Patrick W. II "Casey" (Robin), Kelley M., Kevin C. (Teri), Sean R. (Michele), and Colleen E. (Tom)and grandchildren, your mom and grand mom JOSEPHINE H. ARNOLD was such a great person. Even for her to die at this good old age is special mightiness as the bible puts it but it still hurts to loose her. See what hope the bible has not only for you but for all humankind (Jeremiah 29:11)
Richard Green
August 26, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss.May the most high comfort you during this time(Psalm 83:18).
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