Kenneth Arnold Obituary
Kenneth was the first college graduate in his family. He loved working with numbers and so he became an accountant. After retirement, he volunteered doing taxes and volunteered at the Edelman Museum. He loved history, planes, and traveling. Most of all, he loved his grandson, Charlie. He loved spending time with him.
Kenneth was a kind person who loved his family. His love was unconditional. He will be remembered as a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather.
Kenneth's life will be honored and remembered privately by his family.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Kenneth's memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Scott Garrett
January 5, 2026
My condolences to Ken´s family. I met Ken almost 20 years ago and thoroughly enjoyed his friendship. He was great at his work and always set a high standard for thoroughness and integrity. We communicated less frequently in the last several years, but I always enjoyed catching up with him, and when we did it was clear how much his family meant to him. He will be missed.
Leonard McMullen
January 4, 2026
Leonard McMullen
January 4, 2026
Ken you will be missed!
I enjoyed your friendship and heartfelt advice. I frequently looked forward to your loooooong text message updates on your travels with Ty, activities with Charlie and other family news. You were the one who pushed me to make the decision to retire, one of the best decisions of my life. You kept telling me that I needed a grandchild now that my daughter had married and it was the best job in the world. My last text message to you was on Dec 8th and was about my granddaughter's pending birth in mid January. I could feel your excitement for me. I hope to be a good enough person to be able to meet you on the other side. Until then I will think of you often and look forward to our next conversation.
Maureen Smith
December 31, 2025
I had the pleasure of meeting Ken in 2019 when I decided to become a tax volunteer. Ken was my mentor and I couldn´t have been luckier. What a knowledgeable, kind and patient person he was.
He would often talk about his family most especially Charlie. They were his everything!
I would each year reach out and check in with Ken before tax season but this year is different.
I´ll see you on the other side Ken.
Rest easy and know you will be missed.
My heart and hugs go out to his family.
Maureen Smith
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Tom Wood
December 27, 2025
Deepest condolences to Cindy and the Arnold family. I am still in disbelief that our friend has passed.
Memories are many! Too many to document here. But I can say Ken gave me a shot above many with high powered degrees when he hired me at Allied Signal. It essentially launched my career and it was a lot fun on top of the hard work. So when you look back on your life and consider those who made an impact for you, Ken did for me.
God bless Ken´s family. Rest in peace, Ken.
Bill Pasko
December 24, 2025
Ken was a great Comptroller. And an even greater human being. I imagine that heaven is improved by his presence.
Eric Carr
December 23, 2025
My condolences to the family of Ken. It was a pleasure having him as a colleague at the Edelman Fossil Museum, and I thank him greatly for helping and supporting me during a stressful incident. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones.
Linda Reilly
December 23, 2025
Will miss seeing Ken at EFM. He always had a smile and a hello. God bless his family.
Patrick Wittwer
December 23, 2025
I was so very sorry to hear of Ken's passing. I had the pleasure of working with him at the Edelman Fossil Park & Museum and benefitted from his passion and expertise. He will be missed.
Catherine Eskew
December 23, 2025
Our Deepest Sympathies to your entire Family from Cathy Eskew and Joseph Kelly from The Edelman Fossil Museum.
Michael A. Marra
December 22, 2025
I miss Ken already! Such a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend! I was one of Ken's many friends who shared his passion for aviation and history. Beyond that he offered me much wisdom about my career, putting family first, and never missing an opportunity to do the right thing. Ken was an example and inspiration to me and his legacy lives on in his family and our memories. God bless you, Ken...and may He hold you in the palm of His hand into eternity. See you there soon, my friend. Blessings, Mike Marra, Carlisle, PA.
Joyce Maher
December 22, 2025
I am so very sorry for your loss. I volunteered with Ken quite often at Edelman Fossil Park and Museum. He was knowledgeable, kind, and always spoke of his wife, his daughter the teacher, and his beloved grandson. I will miss seeing him there. Several years ago I lost my own father right before Christmas. I know the added heartbreak that comes with that. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dan Garofalo
December 22, 2025
Ken was a highly regarded and beloved member of the Edelman Fossil Park & Museum family. Ken started volunteering even before we opened in March of this year, and his good spirit, dedication, ank know-how were greatly valued by all. We all appreciated his calm ability to organize and communicate as a teammate - especially during the excitement (and challenges) of our opening day and first weeks of operation! He helped train scores of volunteers on our operations, and never failed to provide encouragement and a friendly word. He will be missed.
Nicholas Del Monico
December 22, 2025
My thoughts and feelings with the family of Kenneth Arnold.
Gail Todd
December 22, 2025
My deepest condolences go out to Cindy, Ty, Erin and Charlie. Ken always spoke so lovingly about you all. He would have a huge smile when he told me about his mornings with Charlie, especially when "crispy bacon" was on the menu.
I met Ken a few years ago volunteering in Vineland and we instantly connected. Ken´s compassion for helping others was immediately evident. Spending time with him made me a better person. It was truly a gift to have Ken as a friend. He will be missed by the Vineland team and our clients.
Ricky Ha
December 22, 2025
My deepest sympathy to Ken´s family. RIP.
Ross Alexander
December 22, 2025
Cindy, Ty and Erin, I am so sorry for your loss. Your father/husband was a great human being and taught me so while I worked for him at FMC. I always enjoyed his text messages of his travels in retirement. May you find comfort in the memories that endure.
Rob Haire
December 21, 2025
I am very sorry for Ken's family's loss. I have always had fond memories of working with him. He was very good at staying in touch afterwards and always appreciated that. My deepest sympathies.
Barbara Fochtman
December 21, 2025
My deepest condolences to the family. I worked with Ken at FMC and he was such a great colleague. He and I would try to keep in touch since his retirement at least once a year. He loved spending time with his grandson and having much more time with the family. Rest in Peace.
Susan Ritter
December 21, 2025
Sending our sincere condolences to you for Ken´s passing. It was my honor to have known Ken and considered him a very dear friend. He loved sharing stories about his family and his experiences with them. They were his greatest joy. We will be praying for him and his family to find peace in your beautiful memories.
Barbara Kopas
December 21, 2025
We are so sorry to hear of Ken´s passing. Thinking of you Cindy, Tyler, Erin, Adam and Charlie. Such wonderful memories of our kids growing up together and Ken´s love for historical aircraft. Praying for you all.
Love, Barb and Dale Kopas & family.
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