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Arnold Gray Tolbert, 76, of Ararat, North Carolina, passed away December 11, 2025. Born September 5, 1949, to the late Warren and Hazel Tolbert. Arnold was a proud and accomplished Vietnam War Veteran. Awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal, and Vietnam Campaign Medal. He retired from US Airways as a tool and die maker. Arnold will be remembered for his dedication, service, travel, and love of the outdoors; but most of all for his deep love for his wife Debbie. Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Deborah Tolbert. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.
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215 West Kapp Street PO Box 295, Dobson, NC 27017

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