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Frederick Arnold Obituary
February 2, 1957 - November 12, 2024
Frederick Keith Arnold passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 12, 2024 after a brief battle with cancer. Frederick was born on February 2, 1957 in Jordan, N.Y to Dagmar and Frederick Arnold. After graduating from Ichabod Crane High School, he went on to join the US Navy before opening Arnold's Family Restaurant in Weedsport, N.Y.
Frederick and his wife Sandy owned and operated Arnold's Family Restaurant for 32 years where they made countless memories and met many friends. They worked as a team serving the community day in and day out. Fred was an amazing husband, father, son, brother, and friend. He will be missed by so many.
Frederick is predeceased by his parents, Dagmar and Frederick Arnold; two sisters, Sue and Karen; as well as his brother in law, Darryl Packer. He is survived by his loving wife, Sandy Arnold; son, Matthew (Jade) Arnold; daughters, Catherine (Jason) Hensler and Alicia (Stevan) Stricklin; his loyal dog, PJ; as well as three grandchildren, Aidan and Dean Hensler and Natalie Arnold; brothers, Steve (Deb) Arnold and Alan (Heather) Arnold; sisters, Barb Packer, Nancy (Randi) Shadic, and Julie Swan; as well as many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 23rd from 2 to 7 p.m. at Arnold's Family Restaurant in Weedsport. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the Upstate Cancer Center in Syracuse in his honor.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frederick Arnold
Shawn
December 15, 2024
Rich Humberstone
December 1, 2024
We are so sorry to hear about Fred. We always enjoyed coming in to the restaurant when we visited my parents in Weedsport. Fred was a very nice man. I enjoyed talking about the Yankees with him
Joanne Nosewicz
November 25, 2024
Sandy and family, we are so sorry to hear of Fred´s passing. We will miss coming to the restaurant and seeing you both. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Doug and Joanne, Baldwinsville, NY.
Carol Pesce and Mary Dries
November 25, 2024
Sandy and Family,
So very sorry to learn of Fred's passing.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
We will miss seeing you and the great food.
Chiquita
November 23, 2024
Sandy and family--I am sorry to hear of Fred's passing. He was a great guy, always had a smile and a greeting for everyone no matter how busy he was. It is a pleasure knowing your family, and I enjoyed the good meals at the restaurant. Sending warm hugs and love to all.
RJS
November 22, 2024
Condolences to the family.
Rest in peace Sailor. Salute!
Sheila (Groves) Dennis
November 21, 2024
I remember when Freddie and his family moved to North Chatham. I loved Freddie and his family; they were a wonderful addition to North Chatham. Growing up in North Chatham became a sweeter experience when the Arnold family arrived!
Jim Surra
November 21, 2024
Sandy, my condolences to you in this time of grief. Fred was a good friend to me in our youth, 50 - 55 years ago, and I can tell by reading the comments here that he did not grow to disappoint or change from the fine person he was in the years and decades that followed. You are in my thoughts.
Bart & Terri Wasilenko
November 19, 2024
Our condolences to Sandy and family on the loss of one fine gentleman, short order cook and pastry chef. Thank you on behalf of NAMI, ( National Alliance on Mental Illness of Cayuga Co.) for reserving a table every Saturday morning where we conducted family support group meetings.
For the last few years, Fred and Sandy traded me eggshells ( for my garden) and I supplied some of my Rhubarb which they turned into scrumptious strawberry/ rhubarb pies! Fred was never too busy to spare a little time for a brief conversation while in the kitchen preparing meals for his customers. No one ever left the restaurant hungry, that´s for sure!
We truly came to think of Fred, Sandy, Liz and Kelly as extended family. We love you all!!!
BART & TERRI WASILENKO
Dale Burl-Hawker
November 19, 2024
So very sorry for you loss. My condolences to the family. Had many great meals at the restaurant. Felt like family there.
Tammy Cole
November 19, 2024
So very sorry for the loss of Fred. He was an amazing cook and a great person
Debbie Titus
November 19, 2024
Sandy I can´t tell you how sorry I am all my thoughts and prayers.
Larry Wolfanger
November 19, 2024
May you find comfort and strength at this time. Prayers for guidance. Thank you for the good times at your restaurant. Larry and Violet
Judie M Villnave
November 19, 2024
Sandy, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family. You both will be so missed and the whole gang at Arnolds. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. You can always message me on facebook. Sending hugs.
Bob & JuJu Villnave
Josephine Falsey
November 19, 2024
Sandy and family,
My sincere condolences on losing Fred. My TOPS friends and I enjoyed many gatherings at your restaurant. So sorry for your loss. He and the restaurant will be missed.
Clint
November 19, 2024
Good bye old friend-you had alot of good friends, prayers and blessings to you and family
Donna/Bruce
November 19, 2024
Sandy,
Bruce and I are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We will miss Fred´s smiling face when we saw him on Sundays. Please let us know if you need anything
Donna and Bruce
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