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James Arnold Obituary
Glenwood Springs, CO - 8/27/1942-11/8/2018
Jim was born to Chet and Marilyn Arnold, August 27, 1942 Spokane, WA. Jim went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ 11/8/2018. Jim is survived by his wife, Jo, beloved daughter Kara McNeil (Derek), granddaughters Maggie and Adalee. Sisters Julie Meyer (Bob); and Linda Overland (Dave). Ex-wife Julie Nieland. Family preceding him in death, Chet Arnold, Marilyn Arnold, Eric Arnold, Doug Arnold.
Jim graduated Shadle High School 1960. Obtained BS in Education from EWU. ROTC 2 years entering into service as 2nd Lieutenant. Jim was a Captain in Germany (armored) and Vietnam (transportation).
He Loved, He Laughed, He Lived! And was loved by all!
In lieu of flowers make donations to Love Gospel Church, 1890 S. Plaza Dr., Apache Junction, AZ 85120.
Memorial services planned, Love Gospel Church, 11/15, 2 PM.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Arnold
November 20, 2018
I'm so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the words of ( John 6: 40 ) bring you some comfort during this time of sorrow.
EJ
November 20, 2018
My condolences for your loss of Mr. James C. Arnold
May the assurance that your loved one is not forgotten neither is anyone expressing their feelings to our Heavenly Father who listens to the one who is pouring out their heart to comfort you daily and to
help you through this time. Psalm34:15 NDS-Arizona
November 15, 2018
Like Buck Aden and Don Wagner, I went to school with Jim from Kindergarten through our graduation from Shadle high school. Jim lived a block from me and was a loyal friend for all those school years. Reading his history it is obvious that he led a productive and faith based life. I'm sure he touched many lives in a positive way. His service to his country should be recognized and applauded. My prayers are with Jim's family during this difficult time. Your were a special friend Jim. Rest in Peace.
Bruce Werner
First Grade at Finch School
Don Wagner
November 15, 2018
Dwight "Buck" Aden
November 15, 2018
Jim and I were neighbors and buddies from kindergarten at Finch through high school at Shadle. I'd like to share a story that I don't think many of our mutual friends knew. The summer after we graduated from Shadle, Jim and I got jobs hoeing weed in the grass fields near Nine Mile Falls. (We made $1. per hour). Jim and I hatched a plan to skip college for a year, buy an old delivery van and travel around the US living in the van "to see the country". We were very serious about this plan. I told my parents about our plan and they were lukewarm - probably thinking it would never happen. But when Jim told his parents, they said absolutely no! They wanted Jim to go right into college. And that was the end of our dream. I did stay out of college for a year to work and one of my jobs was running the ski shop at Mt. Spokane. It was there I met my future wife and we've been married for 53 years. So things did work out for both me and Jim, but our paths never did cross again after that summer. I will always remember my long time friend and the fun we had planning our odyssey. Glad to read that Jim was a Christian man. I pray for the peace and comfort of God for his family.
November 15, 2018
Thank you for your service to our country. Rest In Peace.
Don Wagner
November 15, 2018
And to think we first met at kindergarten class at Finch Grade School. Then it was first graduating class of Shadle Park High School. You were then the best man at my wedding. And life went from there!!! Good going bud!!!
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