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David Lee Arnold Obituary

Arnold David Lee Age 72, of Philadelphia, PA passed away July 22, 2022 following a long illness. He was preceded in death by his parents Kenneth and Mary Ellen Arnold and his brother Jeffrey (Michelle). Dave is survived by his wife Ellen (Ziegler), his daughter Kristin (Louis) and his beloved animals Teddy, Roxie, and Penny. Raised in Baden PA., he attended Penn State University where he received his bachelor's degree in Engineering. Following college Dave served in the United States Army. He was Deputy Director for The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 3, where he worked for many decades. He was a diehard Pittsburgh sports fan, especially The Steelers. He also enjoyed watching and attending Nascar races, including participating in the Nascar Driving experience. He also enjoyed competitive cycling for many years. In lieu of flowers donations in Dave's name can be made to The Leukemia And Lymphoma Society https://givenow.lls.org/ or The AAMDS Foundation https://www.aamds.org/donate Funeral Services will be private. Arrangements entrusted to RACHUBINSKI & ROGERS FUNERAL HOMES.

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Jul. 26, 2022.

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Ellen Arnold

July 21, 2024

We still miss you so much and think about you every day . Love Ellen, Kris and Henry David

Gary Ziegler

February 13, 2024

Happy Heavenly Birthday Dave. Christmas and New Years isn´t the same without you. I´m sure you are watching and waiting for the big event.
Miss you buddy.
Gary & pat

Ellen Arnold

February 12, 2024

Happy Heavenly Birthday Dave, Miss you so much, especially during this exciting time for our family. Love Ellen and Kris

Kristin Arnold

July 23, 2023

Thinking of you dad now and always! I know you are watching down on us all. Love you

Gary Ziegler

July 22, 2023

Today marks the one gear anniversary of Dave´s passing. Although he was my brother in law, most importantly he was my friend. Dave had every tool one could want, and knew how to use them. He helped me on multiple home improvement projects, and still does. When I am doing a project, and get stumped I sit and look at it. Then the answer pops into my brain. I know it´s Dave still overseeing my work. No doubt he and his brother Jeff will be watching NASCAR today. He definitely still makes his presence known to Ellen and Kris. At times I was sure he was here also. One more mission we will complete together. Probably later this summer or in the fall.
Forever in our hearts.

Ellen Arnold

July 21, 2023

On this one year anniversary of your passing, your spirit lives on forever in our hearts and in our home. We miss you and love you, always Ellen, Kris, Teddy, Roxy, Penny and Booty.

Ellen Arnold

February 14, 2023

Missing you everyday Happy Valentine´s Day Love Ellen and Kris

Gary Ziegler

July 29, 2022

Dave was more than my brother in law, he was a friend.
I always looked forward to Christmas dinner, and New Years Day on 2nd street. Lots of fond memories over the years. R.I.P. my friend.

Linda Valentino

July 29, 2022

Ellen and Kristin, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time!
Linda

Marilee

July 29, 2022

Dave never failed to make a quiet impression on me each time I had the pleasure to be in his company. He seemed a wise man of few words and who was deeply loved by many. I will always remember him fondly. Our love and prayers to Ellen, Kristin and his fur-babies too. I know how greatly he will be missed by all. RIP Dave
Love Mar and Jim

Pat Guerra

July 27, 2022

Dave was a kind and supportive supervisor of mine. He seemed always to look at the bright side of things and always had a smile and an encouraging word to share.
My deepest sympathy to his family for their loss.

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