Austin Blake Arnold

Austin Blake “Cheeto” Arnold, 30, after a nearly seven-year fight with DIPG cancer (Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma) won this battle and is now walking Heavenly Streets of Gold. He was surrounded by his family and loved ones when he heard his Lord and Savior say “enter thou into the joy of the Lord.” He passed away October 25, 2025.

He was born February 22, 1995 in Coffee County, and had lived all his life in Clinch County. Even into his very last days he still was excited to watch and cheer on his beloved Clinch County Panthers and Georgia Dawgs, He loved to worship and praise God with the Statenville Church of God on his TV. Austin never lost his will nor his fiery personality. Everyone who knew him was inspired by his strong character, firm beliefs, and hopeful outlook.

Austin was preceded in death by his beloved maternal grandfather: Melvin Martin; paternal grandfather: JC Arnold; his Aunt Debbie Register and Cousin Melissa Register.

He is survived by his loving and devoted mother, Judy Carol Martin, Homerville. He adored her and she was by his side every step of his journey, day and night. His “Bubba”, Jonathan Martin (Donna), nephew Memphis Martin and bonus nephew Anderson Beverly, Argyle. His two aunts, Lisa Martin Milford (Charlie) and cousin Samantha (Sami) of Jacksonville, FL and Melanie Martin Moore (Buddy) of Waycross, cousins Kerry Carter, Little Kerry, Ricc and Kye Carter of Homerville; Monica Hodges (DeMarcus), Patience Clark and London Hodges, all of Homerville. One uncle: Daniel Martin and his maternal “Grannie” Judy Sewell both of Blackshear; his two special nieces: Alyssa Giddens and Kristianna Giddens, both of Argyle; A personal thank you to Judy’s best friend, Tracy Burch. His father, Randy Arnold, “Memaw” Mary Arnold, both of Tifton, Uncle Joseph Arnold, cousins, Debbie Lynn (Ryan) and Little Timmy Cook, Augusta.

Austin’s life was a radiant testament of faith-not just words. In every quiet act of kindness, every moment of grace in hardship and every unwavering step he took was guided by love and his belief. His presence was a gentle reminder that faith is not just something we hold, but something we should live. Austin lived it beautifully, humble, and with a heart wide open to others.

Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Funeral services for Mr. Arnold will be held Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025, at eleven o’clock in the Lighthouse Assembly of God. Interment will be in the Pine Forest Cemetery.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025 from 6 till 8 pm at the funeral home.

Sympathy may be expressed online at www.roundtreefuneralhome.net.

Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.