Arnold Leslie Ankrom

Arnold Leslie Ankrom obituary

Arnold Leslie Ankrom

Arnold Ankrom Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Fenton-Kendrick Funeral Home - Centralia on Aug. 21, 2025.
Arnold Leslie Ankrom, 69 of Higbee passed away at his home on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.

Family and friends are invited to Arnold's Life Celebration 3:00 PM Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at Fenton-Kendrick Funeral Home in Centralia. Visitation will be held from 2:00 PM until the time of the service on Wednesday at the funeral home.

Arnold was born on October 9, 1955, in Moberly the son of Aubrey and Shirley Jo (Jennings) Ankrom.

Arnold is survived by his son Travis Ankrom of Fulton, daughter, Amanda Ankrom, grandson, Nolan Ankrom of Centralia; a brother, William Ankrom of Riverton, IL, and his two children, Chris Ankrom, Andrew Ankrom.

Arnold was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Terrell Lynn Ankrom.

Arnold was a 1974 graduate of Centralia High School and enjoyed helping with and attending the class reunions.

He loved riding motorcycles, spending time with his dog and was a very devoted friend.

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