Phoebe Arnold Obituary
Phoebe E. Arnold, 87 of Bethlehem died on November 11, 2007 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg. Born on July 22, 1920 in Bethlehem was the daughter of Elsie (Hunter) and Lea Arnold, Sr. She graduated from Liberty High School, Moravian College for Women and Lehigh University. Miss Arnold was a teacher and counselor at Franklin Junior High School and Northeast Junior High School, and was a life-long member of Salem Lutheran Church in Bethlehem. Survivors: Brother, Lea Arnold, Jr. of Bethlehem; sister, Dorothy Arnold Heist of Philadelphia; two nieces, Gail Maerz of Richmond Hills, N.Y. and Priscilla Heist Horner, wife of Douglas Horner, Shepherdstown, W. Va.; two nephews Gary Maerz and his wife, Barbara Maerz of Floral Park, N.Y. and James M. Arnold of Nazareth. A sister Marjorie Arnold Maerz is deceased. Miss Arnold is also survived by two great-nieces and two great-nephews. Services: The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 17, 2007 in the Chapel of Salem Lutheran Church, followed by a luncheon in the fellowship room of the church. Viewing 10 to 11 a.m. in the church. A private burial will be held after lunch at Fairview Cemetery in Bethlehem. The John F. Herron Funeral Home 458 Center At Market Street Bethlehem is in charge of arrangements. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Gracedale County Home, Gracedale Ave., Nazareth, PA 18064 in honor of James M. Arnold or Salem Lutheran Church, 537 High St., Bethlehem, PA 18018.
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Gail Edgar Ritrievi
November 30, 2007
Just learned of Miss Arnold's passing which brought back fond memories of her interest in her students in the early days at Franklin Junior High. She helped make those years happy and memorable. I am grateful to her for her positive influence on my life.
Jan Stem
November 15, 2007
Phoebe was a guiding light in my life as a guidance councelor at Northeast and then a friend. She always encouraged me to do better and to set my goals high. I will never forget the many nights at the Starrett's home with Father Joe, Larry Persa and other friends that would stop by for some good fellowship. She was a true Angel and will continue to be in heaven.
Paul Starrett
November 14, 2007
Phoebe was an angel. She was like an aunt to my brothers and I, and she was my oldest brother's Godmother. She was always ready with an encouraging word for whatever activity we were involved in. She will be greatly missed. I hope she has lots of lighthouses and seagulls to enjoy in the afterlife.
Tom Starrett
November 14, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to Phoebe's family. Phoebe was a kind, generous and loving individual.
She was a close friend of our family and a guiding force to myself and my brothers while growing up. Phoebe was also very interested in the activities we participated in. I don't think she ever missed a band concert at Liberty High School, even after she retired from teaching. She assisted my brother and I in completeing many school assignments, the skills she taught still being used today. Phoebe was an avid sports fan- particularly Baseball, Football and Wrestling. I remember going to some of The NOrtheast Wrestling matches and football games and watching her cheer her students! A true Joy, she will sadly be missed.
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Betsy Huffman Kahler
November 13, 2007
We have all lost a true and loving friend.
Ashley Flores
November 13, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to Pheobe's family. I remember Pheobe from when my mom, Brenda Flores used to clean her house. The two of them are now resting peacefully together!!
John Sotzing
November 13, 2007
Miss Arnold was one among many wonderful teachers that taught me at Northeast Junior High School. She was my seventh grade guidance counselor. Phoebe followed all the team sports, and cheered for us, home and away. What an inspiration she was as she sat with Mrs. Matus, and watched us go undefeated in football, and 9-3 in basketball. She also attended the wrestling matches. I am sure that that staff was highly influental in my learning, my career as a teacher, and my values even today. God bless her.
Joe Donaher
November 13, 2007
My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you Phoebe . I fondly remember my days as a student at Northeast Jr.High and Liberty High School. Phoebe was always there for us whatever team we competed on . After high school and into college i went , Phoebe kept in contact with me and was a guiding force of what I am today , teaching in middle school . Thanks for everything you did for all students , Phoebe . My prayers and thoughts are with you forever .
Joe Donaher
Class of 1968 LHS
Phoenix , Az.
Arizona State University
Jeannine turgeon
November 13, 2007
Phoebe was the sweetest kindest most loving and nurturing soul I ever met. She bought me a Joy of Cooking cookbook in 1974 when her hephew and I were engaged, and I use it all the time, cherishing my wonderful memories of her. We had such great times together with her and Aunt Ann and Uncle Bill and their sons and their freinds, where we formed a life-long bond that was never broken. We renewed our freindship a few years ago, for which i will be forever grateful. Phoebe was an angel here on earth and I am blessed for having known and loved her.
Diane & Bill Ferry
November 13, 2007
Phoebe will be remembered in our household for her many acts of kindness to us and our children. We will miss her.
Jim Carten
November 13, 2007
God Bless you, Phoebe. We miss you already!
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