William Azro Arnold

1932 - 2012

William Azro Arnold obituary, 1932-2012, Louisville, KY

BORN

1932

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Myers-Reed Dignity Memorial Chapel

3729 25th Street

Columbus, Indiana

William Arnold Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 16, 2012.

William Azro "Bill" Arnold, Louisville, KY, passed away at his home on February 14, 2012. Bill was born on October 23, 1932 in Butler County, KY, to Cecil and Grace (Wester) Arnold.
Bill was a proud veteran of the US Air Force. He retired from Naval Air Systems Command in Washington, D.C., after years as a civilian Logistics Management Specialist. He was a member of Parkland Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.
Bill was a gentle man of strong Christian faith, active in church throughout his life as a deacon, pastor, and teacher. He was a respected mentor to many in family, church, and career, passing along his leadership skills and wisdom to succeeding generations. Bill was a graduate of Georgetown (KY) College, double-majoring in Bible and History. He enjoyed photography, genealogy, and technology, and worked with stained glass.
Bill frequently wrote poetry inspired by his faith, and wrote several stories about his childhood in Butler County, KY.
Bill is survived by his wife of fifty-four years, Norma Brown Arnold, of Louisville, KY; daughters Christa Coleman (husband Michael) of Woodbridge, VA, and Melissa Collins (husband Jimmy) of Columbus, IN; grandson Zachary William Arnold of Mechanicsville, VA; sister Louise Arnold of Myrtle Beach, SC; and brother Darrel Arnold (wife Libby) of Louisville, KY, and sister-in-law Hazel Vincent Arnold of Powderly, KY, and several beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents and brother Chester Elmo Arnold.
A memorial service will be held at Smith Funeral Home in Morgantown, KY, on Saturday, March 10 at 1:00 pm CST. In lieu of flowers, Bill desired that contributions be made to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Myers-Reed Chapel in Columbus, IN. where online condolences to the family may be made at www.myers-reed.com.

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February 23, 2012

Wayne Roberts

Norma, my Dad and I send our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.

February 21, 2012

Anthony & Lynn Manuel

Norma,
We are sorry to hear the sad news of Bill's passing. May Jesus hold him in His arms and give you comfort that Bill is with our Heavenly Father. Bill will be missed.

February 21, 2012

Bonnie Weck

Bill was also a dedicated visitor for Mended Hearts Chapter 11. He will be greatly missed. He helped so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mended Hearts Chapter 11.

February 21, 2012

American Heart Association

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

February 20, 2012

Viola Miller

Norma, I have fond memories of the time you and Bill were part of the Downtown Baptist family. It was a blessing to know and serve along side both of you. I know Bill will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family during the difficult days ahead.

February 18, 2012

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Bill but we know he is with God and Happy, Bill was a Christian Man, RED AND BRENDA DORMAN

February 17, 2012

It was our privllege to know and serve with this wonderful Christian man at Parkland Baptist Church. He was a commited soul winner
and loved the Lord. Our prayers are with Norma and the children.
Bob and Maxine Jones

February 16, 2012

morris wester

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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