Michael J. Arnston
Michael J. Arnston
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Michael Arnston Obituary
Michael J. Arnston
Age 77 of Mokena, IL passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Mike was born in Oak Park, IL to the late Otto and Mary (nee Conniff) Arnston.
Beloved husband of Dale (nee Evens) Arnston; loving father of Julie Anne (Jason) Wroble; cherished grandfather of Lyla Grace Wroble; dear brother of the late Jane Arnston, Andrew (Michelle) Arnston, and Jean (Wayne) Minick; dearly loved brother-in-law of the late Gregory Sr.(Butch) and Diane(late) Breausche; special uncle of Gregory Jr.(late Jill) Breausche, Keith (Sandy) Breausche, and Chris (late Andrea) Breausche; loved uncle, cousin, and friend of many.
Mike and his wife owned Country Meadow Farm, Mokena, IL. He was a horse trainer and a member of Mid America Horse Show Association, and former President and member of IASPHA. Mike enjoyed training horses and spending time with family and friends. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
The family will receive friends at Kurtz Memorial Chapel 102 E. Francis Rd, New Lenox, IL on Monday, October 20, 2025, from 4:00 pm until the time of Memorial Service at 6:00 pm.
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