1934
2012
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Bartonville: Dean I. Arnold 78 of Bartonville passed away on Saturday July 14, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. at his residence with his family by his side.
Dean was born July 5, 1934 in Mt. Vernon, IL. the son of James Claude & Lela Ann (Richards) Arnold. He married Nancy Mosburg on April 29, 1960 in Peoria.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years; his children, Leanne (Doug) Sanders of Bartonville, Steven (Tami) Arnold of Bartonville; four grandchildren, Holly (Randon) Swearingian, Amy Sanders, Mason Arnold and Aleia Arnold; one brother, Wayne (Aileen) Arnold of Mt. Vernon; one sister Deanna (Bob) Johnston of Whittington, IL.
Dean was preceded in death by his parents, and one sister Doris Coffin.
He retired from Caterpillar in 1986 after 32 years of service. He also did business advertising for Newton Manufacturing for 30
years.
Dean was the first shuttle driver at the Greater Peoria Airport. Last working in February.
He was a well known taxidermist in the area for over 20 years.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday July 17, 2012 at Davison-Fulton Bartonville Chapel. Reverend Eimo Henrichs will officiate. Visitation will be two hours prior to services.
Burial will be in Swan Lake Memory Gardens in Peoria.
Memorials may be made to OSF Hospice and MDA/ALS Association.
Please visit Dean's story at www.Davison-Fulton-Bartonvillechapel.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
July 23, 2012
KATHY REESE
WE JUST FOUND OUT ABOUT DEAN. SO SORRY HE WILL BE MISSED. HE WAS ALWAYS HAPPY...AND MADE US SMILE. YOUR FRIENDS AT STEPHENS AUTO GLASS...
July 21, 2012
Micky & Melinda Walker
Just wanted to let you know, Deanna, we are thinking of you in this time.
July 18, 2012
Nancy and Family,
We just found out today about Dean's passing.
What a wonderful man. He was the sweetest most caring person, and thought so highly of his beautiful family. He will be missed.
Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You All !
Pat Berardi
George Young & Sons, Inc.,
Peoria, IL
July 17, 2012
Patty Grieder
Nancy and Family, I was so sorry to hear of Dean's passing. I always enjoyed him so much--what a great guy. He will be missed! I wish so much that I could have been there today.
Love, Patty (St.Clair) Grieder
July 17, 2012
Doug & Jean Gall
We were so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
July 17, 2012
Sherri Whitby
Leanne, Mason, & Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
Mr. Arnold you were one in a million! You will be missed.
God Bless
July 16, 2012
Carla Sullivan- Hines
RIP DEAN, YOU WERE ALWAYS SO SWEET. LOVE YOU CARLO (AKA) CARLA SULLIVAN HINES
July 16, 2012
Nancy & Family I was so sorry to hear about Dean's illness and passing. He was such a gentleman and always was a bright star at the airport. He would come in everyday @ the gift shop and was a delight to visit with. You have my heartfelt prayers for you @ your family.
Sheila Tenbrook/owner of Peoria Airport Gift Shop
July 16, 2012
Greg & Nancy Borum
Steve, Tami and entire family: Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your Dad. May you have memories for comfort, friends for support, and flowers to ease your sadness.
July 16, 2012
Dory Mullen
Nancy, so sorry to hear about Dean. We are in AR and will not be able to attend services. Prayers to all the family. Dory and Ron Mullen
July 16, 2012
Nancy So sorry to hear about Dean, Nancy and I always enjoyed his company when we all got together on a Newton Trip especially the Aruba trip Happier days for both of us...Ed.Christopher [email protected]
July 16, 2012
Leanne and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I only met your Dad a couple of times but I do remember him always smiling. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Debbie (Diveley) Kenny
July 16, 2012
Leanne and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I only met your Dad a couple of times but I do remember him always smiling. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Debbie (Diveley) Kenny
July 16, 2012
Nancy and Family -- We were so sorry to hear of Dean's passing, He was one of my best friends at Caterpillar and even for years after. He was always a great kidder and a wonderful man. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Gene and Joyce Hamas.
July 16, 2012
Kim McCoy
Nancy,
I am so sorry to hear of Dean's passing. He was the nicest man to work with here at Newton Manufacturing. I will miss hearing his voice on the phone. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Kim McCoy, Newton Manufacturing, Newton IA
July 16, 2012
Martie Rose
Thoughts and prayers to you all! Uncle Dean was the best! Love to you all
July 15, 2012
Nancy I'm sorry to hear about Dean's passing. He was a fine man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Sandy & Ron Heller
July 15, 2012
Sue Tucker
Nancy and family - so sorry to hear of Dean's passing. He was one of my favorite Caterpillar friends and will be missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Sue & Terry Tucker
July 15, 2012
Shelia Wallace
I met Dean when he sold product through Newton Mfg to the company I worked for at the time. He was such a joy to talk with and always spoke so highly of his wife, children and grandchildren. I was shocked to see he had passed.
God bless you as you heal from the loss.
July 15, 2012
Craig @Presleys
So sorry to hear the news,I could always count on Dean to bring a smile to my face.A great man that will be missed.
July 15, 2012
Dodie Presley
Nancy, my thoughts are with you and the rest of the family during the days ahead. I loved Dean as though he were my brother. I will miss his gentle teasing and that warm smile. When my own mother passed, he was a rock for me. He will be missed greatly.
July 15, 2012
P.J. Adair
Steve and family,
I'm very sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. You are in my thoughts at this difficult time.
July 15, 2012
Madeline Snider
Nancy & Family, I was so sorry to hear of Dean's passing. I always enjoyed his coming to Easter Seals and helping me select pens, etc. for the Center. He was a very sweet man and I am sorry for your loss.
July 15, 2012
Jim and Vicki St.Clair
We are saddened by the recent illness and passing of Dean. We will be praying for you Nancy, Leanne and Stephen.
Our Love to your family.
July 15, 2012
Pam Showalter Pam"s Barber Shop
I will miss seeing his smiling face. You are in our prayers.
July 15, 2012
April Thurman Mitchell
I am so sorry to hear of Dean's passing. He was always so happy every time I saw him. You all are in my prayers.
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