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Ssg Arndt Obituary
SSG Adam A. Arndt, age 31, a resident of Germantown, MD, and formerly of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on April 8, 2013.
Adam was born on February 18, 1982 in Manitowoc to Jeff and Cheryl (McCarthy) Arndt. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 2000. Adam then enlisted with the United States Army in October of 2003 and was a nine year veteran. He served in Korea, Germany, and was last deployed to Turkey from September 2009 to September 2010. In January of 2011, Adam was assigned to the recruiting office in Columbia, MD as a Human Resource Specialist. His decorations include: Joint Service Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Sea Service Medal, Korea Defense Service Medal, Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, Non-commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, and Certificate of Achievement.
Survivors include Adam's wife: Kaitlyn Arndt, Maryland; father: Jeff Arndt, DePere; mother: Cheryl Arndt, Manitowoc; brother: Eric (Naomi) Arndt, Bloomington, Illinois; three sisters: Rebekka (Jason) Heinzen, Manitowoc; Natasha (Brian) Karstaedt, Manitowoc; and Katrina (Aaron) Schwarzenegger, Smithsburg, Maryland; niece: Isabelle; three nephews: Myles, Ethan, and Braden; also grandparents, aunts, uncle, cousins, and many, many great friends. Adam was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather: Robert W. McCarthy.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Friday, April 19, 2013. Rev. Dr. Matthew Sauer will officiate. Relatives and friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Friday from noon until the time of the funeral service at 3 p.m. Following the funeral service, a reception will be held at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center on the south property of the funeral home. Online condolence may be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, N. 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Adam's name to: The Wounded Warrior Project (www.woundedwarriorproject.org) or The American Foundation For Suicide Prevention (www.afsp.org).
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Memories and Condolences
for Ssg Arndt
Happiness Brown
April 11, 2023
Still can´t believe you are gone.
Leana
April 11, 2023
I can´t believe time has passed by so quickly, now momma is gone too. You are truly missed.
Happiness Brown
April 12, 2022
Still thinking about a good leader and truly missed
Augustus Gomer-DeGomez
April 11, 2021
I remember training future warriors in Germantown. He cared about people.. I was supposed to see him that fateful day.. May his soul rest in peace. God bless his family.
Parris Jones
April 26, 2019
R.I.P Adam you are missed
Paula Schum
April 24, 2013
Rest in peace Adam.
Paula Schum
April 24, 2013
Adam, you were always wonderful to Jeff and I. I will miss your smile and sense of humor. Please rest easy Adam. You were loved by so many people and will be very missed. God Bless you and your family. We will take good care of you and Kaitlyn's dog "Cart". He is so beautiful; he sends his love and paw shake and greatly misses you too.
Paula Schum
Chris Holly
April 19, 2013
I knew Adam from high school in Manitowoc. Him and I were on the swim team together. Thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Paul Tittl
April 19, 2013
To Jeff and Cheryl My heart goes out to you I have been praying for you as soon as I Found out. I never knew Adam but after reading all the others who have posted on here I feel like I would have enjoyed him. Remember the good times as I will continue to Pray for comfort for your hurting hearts. Always there for you Your Cousin
Kristy Buda
April 19, 2013
You will be missed Adam. My prayers and sympathy are with your family during this difficult time.
April 19, 2013
Carry on soldier... Soldier in heaven
Jacqueline Orrence
April 19, 2013
I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Sgt. Arndt. I will remember him as a honorable soldier who had a genuine concen for those he helped. RIP
Hison Brown
April 19, 2013
My heart was heavy when I heard the news. Can't believe that you are gone. I will always remember the dedication to duty you've always had. I am proud to say that I have served with you and served as a mentor for you. I wish I could have been there this time as I usually am when you needed advice. R.I.P. SSG Arndt. Love you bro
Melissa Schuette(Geerdts)
April 18, 2013
Adam you will be greatly missed by all, rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers to the Arndt family.
Robert Szczesny
April 18, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Leana Ward
April 18, 2013
God only knows how much I miss you, you weren't just my recruiter you were part of my family, I wouldn't be who I am or where I am today without you.Thank you.
April 18, 2013
May his memory be eternal.
Crystal Perry
April 18, 2013
Adam, I cant believe you are gone. We have grown up in the Army together from Korea to Germany!! I miss you my friend. As I said before, Im having such a hard time dealing with this!!! I wish there was something I couldve said or done! May your soul RIP. I pray peace for your Wife and Family!!!
Bee Clark
April 18, 2013
I remember you as that Highspeed Soldier that made me proud to be your Army Mom's. You will be missed by your PAB,8th PERSCOM-KOREA family. Love you always.
MSG (R) Clark
Bee Clark
April 18, 2013
I will remember you as that Highspeed Soldier that made me proud to be your Army Mom's. You will be missed by your 8th PERSCOM Family-Korea. Rest in peace.
MSG (R) Clark
Wanda Plummer
April 18, 2013
SSG Arndt ; I really don't know how to put in words how much you meant to me. I'll carry every memory of you with me forever most of them making fun of me, your smile, your laugh , your quick sarcasm , and most of all your patience . You were a great Solider, Husband, Recruiter but most of all my friend. Thank you for everything Rest those pretty brown eyes that you wished we're blue .
You'll forever have a place in my heart.
Tina Quinn
April 18, 2013
To the Arndt family. I am so overwhelmed and sorry to meet under these circumstances. I was one of Arndt's leaders from Korea. He was a great soldier and person. He brought a lot of energy to our office and other's lives. I will continue to keep your family in my heart and prayers. Known to Arndt as SGT Quinny (Mrs. Quinn).
Gerry & Lois Hammersley
April 18, 2013
Sorry for your lose
Crystal Zuver
April 18, 2013
God bless you Adam. I never knew you that well, but from what I do remember, you were an all star! Rest in peace. Prayers to both families affected.
Julie Gadzinski
April 18, 2013
May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.
Jesus Marines
April 18, 2013
Ssg Arndt, I will never forget all that you did. You touched me and my son. I still hear your voice when I call the station. Going there today and you not there, and your desk and the office rearranged was hard for me. you are forever engraved in my heart. Carry on Soldier. The whole unit salute you. Hooah.
sheila&leana ward
April 17, 2013
Adam know that you will be greatly missed by my daughter and II you help us through our hard times good times and you will always be in our hearts you and your family the Gaithersburg recruiting office will miss their Conrad and their friend.
sheila&leana ward
April 17, 2013
Adam know that you will be greatly missed by my daughter and i you help us through our hardhard times good times and good times you will always be in our hearts you and your family the Gaithersburg recruiting office will miss their Conrad and their friend.
sheila&leana ward
April 17, 2013
Adam know that you will be greatly missed by my daughter and i you help us through our hardhard times good times and good times you will always be in our hearts you and your family the Gaithersburg recruiting office will miss their Conrad and their friend.
Ann Spangenberg
April 17, 2013
You were a good friend to me and my family. You always could make me smile and surprize me when I needed it the most. I will sadly miss your smile and personality. From my family to yours God Bless. Rest in Peace Adam
sheila&leana ward
April 17, 2013
Adam was a man that our family will never forget he has helped us through our hard times and our good times always he always had nice things to say he was considerate caring and always pick up the phone when you need him I was the last one to talk to him on the phone and I will never forget him ever neither will my daughter we will always be grateful for Adam lying piece .
Christopher Hair
April 17, 2013
You were a great soldier and friend. You could always make me smile with your quick sense of humor and that big smile. You will be forever missed and always have a place in my heart. Rest in Peace.
Jamie Meyer
April 17, 2013
Adam,
I will miss you.
Jamie Meyer
April 17, 2013
I have nothing but GREAT memories of u. You were always a good friend to me. I will miss u.
Jarrod and Hannah Parson
April 17, 2013
You are greatly missed, friend. Your wit, and the laughter you brought into our lives will always be remembered. Praying for your family and all others who, like us, are feeling deep pain and sadness in the absence of your smiling face and the light you brought wherever you went. You were a great soldier and a great friend. With much love and fondest memories of you always...
Marci Hafemeister
April 17, 2013
So sorry for your loss.
Kenneth Edgar
April 17, 2013
Adam,
I didn't know you after highschool, but you were always a good friend to me in those days. I'm saddened to see you leave, but hope you have found peace.
Until we meet again,
Ken
Carmen Dudek
April 17, 2013
I will remember that smile that was always on Adams face as he entered the shop. I am so sorry for your loss, Cheryl and family. Wish I was there to help with the sorrow. Rest in peace Adam.
amaya tara b
April 16, 2013
I have nothing but the fondest memories of you; your smile & laugh always cheered me up immediately, and you always treated me with the utmost respect and kindness. Rest in peace, buddy.
Parris Jones
April 16, 2013
Forever in our hearts Adam I miss you more everyday. I miss the laughter and times we shared. Rest easy Adam you will never be forgotten
Happiness Brown
April 16, 2013
I miss you already buddy. You were always there for me and I could always count on you. You were our go to guy and never complained . You will never be forgotten and we will make you proud of us always. RIP
Brandon Boren
April 16, 2013
I will never forget what an amazing person you are and you will always hold a special place in our hearts. You will never be forgotten my friend. Rest in peace Adam.
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