of Pocahontas, AR
April 21, 1946 - September 8, 2018
Tom Arnold, 72, of Pocahontas and formerly of Harrison, passed away on September 8, 2018. He was born in Corning, Arkansas on April 21, 1946 to Omer and Nellie Arnold.
He retired from radio after more than 50 years and served the city of Harrison with the Chamber of Commerce. Tom loved to read, watch westerns, play golf and watch football. He especially enjoyed the time he spent having breakfast with his friends.
Tom is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Bill and Wayne Arnold; and one sister, Anna Zitzelberger.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Arnold; one son, Garrick Arnold (Michelle) of Portland, Oregon; one daughter, Monieca Merritt (Tony) of North Little Rock, Arkansas; two grandchildren, Claire and Luke Arnold; one sister, Mary Throesh of Indiana; and one brother, John Arnold (Wilma) of Missouri.
Arrangements are entrusted to Roller-Owens Funeral Home of North Little Rock.
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15 Condolence(s)
Jerry Kincade
Sunday, September 16, 2018
He was always my friend and I will miss knowing I could always reach out and say "hey Tommy, remember when?". Our sympathy to you and your family.
Bonnie Elkins
Friday, September 14, 2018
Mary, so sorry for your loss. Tommy will be missed by all who knew him.
Ken & Sue Stewart
Friday, September 14, 2018
You are remembered and missed old friend...
Diane Thompson Kennedy
Thursday, September 13, 2018
Mary we are sorry for your loss. The children of James Ray & Nell Thompson. James,Rayneal,Richard & Diane
Ron & Sandi Edwards
Thursday, September 13, 2018
Our condolences to Mary and the family. Though I was a classmate of Tom's, I got to know him better after we both ended up back here in Pocahontas during this past year. We will miss him and his wit dearly. RIP Tom
Elvis Moody
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
Mary and family, I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Tom has been one of my best friends for over 40 years. I was blessed to work with him and stay friends over the years.
Pat and Lou Ann Moles
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
Pat and I are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was a dear friend, and will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you Mary and family.
Jack Witty
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
Mary and Family
I am so very sorry for your loss. Of all the bosses I ever had Tom was the best and also a very dear friend. I already miss him. I was going to call him and give him a heads up on the new western the Sisters Brothers coming out this month. Tom and I always enjoyed the same books and movies. I look forward to seeing him again in a better place.
stewart brunner
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
To Mary and family,
Tom will always have a special place in my heart.
Stewart Brunner
Marty and Vickie Burlsworth
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
Mary, Garrick and Monieca, so sorry to hear about Tom. He was a wonderful man and a great mentor and business leader. I loved growing up with your sweet family on Spruce Street and have so many funny memories of those times. Tom will always have the distinction of teaching me how to drive. I loved him. Marty and I will be praying for your families. May God bless you,
Tom Tradup
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
So very sorry Tom has passed. He was my very first commercial radio General Manager at KTGR in Columbia, Missouri during the 1970’s and I learned so much from him through his wise leadership and his gentle spirit. We stayed in touch over many years, and I will always cherish the memory of his hearty laugh and his willingness to step up and help any friend.
TOM TRADUP
V.P./News & Talk Programming
SALEM Radio Network
Dallas, Texas
Gerald and Norma Sims
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
Mary and the Arnold Family:
So sorry to hear the news of Tom's passing. He will be missed by so many, especially those that worked with him in Radio.
May God Bless and Comfort you during this sad time.
Love and Prayers for all he Family.
Norma and Gerald
Russ O'Neal
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
What a wonderful man. Blessed to have known and worked with him. When I was supposed to be dying of stomach cancer, Tom and all of my co-workers came to the house every morning to fix me breakfast. Loosing Tom is much like loosing a family member. You'll always be remembered. God Bless. Rest in the peace you deserve. Oh. Tom fired me once then called a week later to see when I was coming back. LOL. I did. Love You and your whole family.
Roy Martin
Monday, September 10, 2018
Had some good times with Tom. He will missed.
My prayers are with Toms family.
Terry Barnhill
Monday, September 10, 2018
Very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I have so many good memories of working at KCWD and all the folks that were there during my time. We didn't share the same opinions on several things, but I loved to argue with him. He never took it personal and would give it right back! I always enjoyed hearing his stories from an earlier, more "care free" time in radio. Of course, he would have had a fit if we did in the late 80's, some of those same stunts he and his cronies pulled!