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EDWARD JOHN "E.J." "EDDIE" ARNOLD
EDWARD JOHN "E.J." "EDDIE" ARNOLD
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EDWARD ARNOLD Obituary
Age 49, of Mt. Lebanon, suddenly and unexpectedly on Saturday, September 21, 2019. Beloved husband of Stephanie Kartsonas Arnold; loving father of Alexa and Tessa Arnold; son of Edward H. and Marilyn (MacGregor) Arnold; brother of Tina (Brian) Budeit and Brenda (Jim) Kunst; son-in-law of John and JoAnn Kartsonas; brother-in-law of Dean (Katie) Kartsonas and Alexia (Keith) Rheinhardt; uncle of Brittney, Jude, Noah, Madison Kunst, Sophia, Jack, and Emilia Kartsonas, Mason Rheinhardt. Edward was born on August 4, 1970, in Oakland, MD. His family has had and enjoyed a second home for over 55 years in Deep Creek Lake, a place where the sun is always shining. Edward was an Industrial Hygienist with the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) for over 20 years. He was a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School, Class of 1988, and California University of Pennsylvania, Class of 1992. He was a member of Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church with his family, active in the Boy Scouts as a teenager and reached the level of Eagle Scout, Y Princess and Questors with both of his daughters (Cherokee Tribe-Sun King) as Chief and Assistant Chief. He was DJ Ed (Free J) for his daughter's school functions and Y Princess picnics, a Girl Scout Cookie Dad. He was always dedicated to his wife and daughters, always happy and with a smile on his face. He also enjoyed his friends and a little cycling, golf and fishing. He could build, or willing to build, anything even without directions. He was always willing to lend a hand to whomever asked. Friends welcome TUESDAY 2-4, 6-8 p.m., WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE (412-563-2800) 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp 15220. Funeral Service 10:30 a.m. WEDNESDAY at the funeral home. www.slaterfuneral.com.
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Donald Ray Baileys
September 15, 2024
Ed was blessed to be a blessing, which he was to the many he called friend
Ray & Rita Baileys
September 15, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jeff Taormina
December 25, 2020
I was just thinking about our random meeting in a Las Vegas airport years ago. I wanted to reconnect with you and am just finding out about this tragic loss. My heart goes out to your entire family. You made my time at Cal U amazing, especially in biology classes. You will be missed.
Karen & Bill Sparrow
September 30, 2019
Bill & I are so very sorry for your loss. Praying for you All during this difficult time & we are thinking of you All ❤
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Matthew Clark
September 30, 2019
From Southminster, to Y-Princesses, to Washington Elementary, Ed, Stephanie, Alexa and Tessa have been a part of our lives for many years. We are so sorry for your loss.
Matthew, Heather, Abigail, and Henry Clark
Andrea Pascoe-Conteen
September 25, 2019
What a great guy Ed was to everyone who knew him. I met Ed at our work gym a few years ago. I will never forget when he first started to workout at lunch time. He was a little uncomfortable, but as time went on you could see he felt at home with the rest of us. He was always very helpful to fix the sound system too. Of course, he was always able to figure it out quick. He greeted everyone with a great smile.
He always talked about his family. Especially his daughters.
Prayer for all of you
Andrea Pascoe-Conteen
NIOSH/PMRD
Holy Cross Parishioner
September 25, 2019
Comfort and prayers during your untimely loss. God be with you. +Amen+
Alice Adams
September 25, 2019
Dear Stephanie, Alexa and Tessa,
My thoughts and prayers to all. Ed was special. His life was joyful because of his family and he shared this feeling with everyone. Ed always had a smile and kind words for all. Whenever he saw someone needed help, he would take care of the problem immediately. He did this more times than I can recall when the girls attended Southminster Child Care Center. I will always remember his kindness.
Diane Doyle-Coombs
September 25, 2019
Dear Arnold Family:
Most valuable lessons I have learned from is summarized here..."the more things that cost nothing hold the most value." Thank you for sharing Ed with others. Be comforted in knowing he was respected in his work environment. I have been blessed to know him for less than five years and I have grown as an individual because of his persona. May God bless you on your life's journey.
Diane Doyle-Coombs
Pittsburgh
MSHA-Ventilation
Chrysten Pfabe
September 25, 2019
I'm so sorry for y'all's loss. He was so nice to me and mom. Y'all will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Laura Teufel
September 24, 2019
Dear Stephanie, Alexa and Tessa,
Our family is pouring out love to you as you grieve. We are deeply saddened at the sudden loss of Ed's life. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Teufel family
Dave and Margie Englert
September 24, 2019
Stephanie you and your beautiful girls have our deepest sympathies. He will be truly missed. He will be in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything please ask
Jean Arendosh
September 24, 2019
Stephanie,
So shocked to hear the news of Ed's passing...So Very Sorry for you, Alexa and Tessa. Praying for peace, comfort and loving support as you and the girls go through your very sad loss.
September 24, 2019
So sad to hear about Ed passing, didn't know him well but he was always enjoyable to talk to at Alexa's volleyball games and practices. Got to coach Alexa a few times last year...great kid. My prayers go out to her and the whole Arnold family.
-Scott Maxwell
Joseph Carretta
September 24, 2019
I had met Ed through the Y princess program. He was very kind, generous, and a great father. I am sorry for your loss.
John Toperzer
September 24, 2019
My sympathies. Ed's devotion to his family was truly admirable. God bless you all.
Doug Johnston
September 24, 2019
Stephanie and family,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. You are in our prayers during this difficult time.
Brenda Thomas (Wicks)
September 23, 2019
To all of Eddie's family and loved ones. I want to share our deepest sympathy and prayers during this difficult time. He was such a kind and thoughtful person. Thinking of Eddie brought back such happy memories of our time at PHCPC Senior Highs with Steve Ebling and crew. Eddie was always there to help. Heaven gained a very special angel. God Bless.
Rose and Neil Davidson
September 23, 2019
Such a kind man gone too soon! You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Donald Cline
September 23, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Ed through the Princess and Questors program. It was always a joy talking with him and sharing stories especially about music. He was one of the kindest and most generous individuals I have ever met. He will be missed dearly.
Ray & Rita Baileys
September 23, 2019
Mr and Mrs Arnold deepest sympathy on the loss of Eddie. He was such a good friend to Jason and we guess to everyone else. I will never forget Ed putting a radio tape player in Jays first car without any kind of instruction! He was amazing and a great kid and we are sure a great husband and father. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you and keep you
Milton Koutavas
September 23, 2019
Stephanie,
Deepest sympathy to you and your family.
John LaQuatra
September 23, 2019
Ed and Marilyn, My sympathy to you on the passing of Eddie. May you be comforted in this time of sorrow,
Wayne Woodruff
September 23, 2019
Ed, I'll always remember you as a great friend and coworker. We had many good times working at MSHA and I'll remember those as time goes by. I wish your family all my sympathies. Peace be with you, Ed.
Karen Stets
September 23, 2019
Our hearts are heavy. Praying for you all! He was an amazing man and the world was better because of him!
Chris Findlay
September 23, 2019
Ed was a pleasure to work with. His sense of humor and personality made my day whenever I interacted with him. I'll never forget Ed. He made a big impact on me when we were in the field together. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of a good friend and colleague. I will miss him. May God Bless.
Mundi Gattis
September 23, 2019
Stephanie,
So sorry for the sudden passing of your Husband.
May you and your family find peace and comfort during this time.
Mundi Gattis
Christopher Warden
September 23, 2019
Ed was a wonderful gentleman and caring father. Until we meet again brother. Friends Alway, and Pals Forever.
rose m. thorne
September 23, 2019
TO THE FAMILY,
IAM A CO-WOKER WHO KNEW ED
HE IS A VERY PLEASENT PERSON AND VERY NICE HE WILL BE MISSED
CO-WOKER AT MSHA
ROSE M. THORNE
Jeffery Paulus
September 23, 2019
May God remember you in His Kingdom. May your memory be eternal.
John Sammarco
September 23, 2019
Stephanie, I am so shocked along with everyone else of his passing. Know that I am praying for you and your family. We had so many good times at Questors. What I remember most about it is every time I saw him he had a big smile on his face. I would see him almost every day at work at the gym
Cindi Fidago
September 23, 2019
I worked with Ed as Secretary of the PTAD and Center office. He was such a happy-go-lucky guy. My heart is heavy for his wife, daughters, parents, and loved ones.
Cheryl Yoakum
September 23, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a special guy and will be missed. I am praying for all of you for comfort and strength as you go forward.
John Argirakis
September 22, 2019
My sympathy to the family of Ed. May his memory be eternal.
Carol Halkias
September 22, 2019
Dear Stephanie, Alexa and Tessa and all of your family,
We extend our deepest sympathy to you all on the loss of your husband and father. Our whole Holy Cross Community is saddened and shocked by this loss. May God give you strength and help you with everything you must endure during this very difficult time. You are all in our prayers. May the soul of Edward be eternal in God's heavenly Kingdom.
With love,
Carol and Damon Halkias
Kelly Gary
September 22, 2019
Dear Stephanie and family,
I am so sorry to hear this news. Ed was such a nice man, always smiling. Sending lots of hugs and prayers. I can't pretend to imagine what you're going through. May his memory be eternal.
David & Rae Meehan
September 22, 2019
Dear Friends, our family is sending you our thoughts and prayers because there are no words to express on how your loss has strike all of our broken hearts. We are so very sorry and you have our deepest sympathy now and forever. Eddy will be truly missed everyday along with that beautiful smile that we saw every time we would see him.
Love all of you,
Dave & Rae
Kiria Cora
September 22, 2019
May my Lord receive such a great Angel who was always willing to help others with his best smile and heart... as their tenants with the best experience in my life... my heart is so sad and we will remember him as our Angel when we need it.. Hod Bless his family and lifted in this moment of sorrows and unhappiness.
Scott Robbins
September 22, 2019
I am terribly sorry for your loss. I knew Ed from the princess program. He was an awesome guy to hang out with. You could tell immediately how dedicated he was to his daughters. He will be missed!
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