Ann Arnold, 77, formerly of 534 Dogwood Drive, Eden, N.C., passed away Thursday evening, September 23, in Columbia, SC where she lived the last six months of her life at Atria Assisted Living. A funeral service will be held by Fair Funeral Home at 11:00 am on Saturday, October 2nd at Church of the Epiphany in Eden, NC. Burial will follow in Roselawn Cemetery in Reidsville, NC. She was born September 3, 1933 in Danville, VA., daughter of the late Annie Graves Francis Smith and Thomas Pinson Smith. Ann was a member of the Church of Epiphany in Eden, NC. She attended Brenau College in Gainesville, GA where she was active in her sorority, Alpha Chi Omega ?Ä?ú Tau Chapter. Later she graduated from Limestone College in Gaffney, SC with a master‚Äö?Ñ??s in biology and a minor in art. Art was her passion and she taught art in the public schools before opening Art World, in Eden. She loved to draw from a very young age and later took up painting in school. She was talented in many other ways. She won numerous awards in other areas such as flower arranging and cooking. She had logic problems published in Games magazine, illustrated a published children‚Äö?Ñ??s book, wrote and published mini mystery stories, was a member of MENSA, volunteered at the Eden Public Library, teaching illiterate adults to read, and also was a volunteer at Morehead Memorial Hospital. Ann was known for her laughter and love of life. She always found a way to bring a smile and laughter to others. She will be greatly missed on earth but welcomed into her heavenly home. Surviving are her daughters, Laura Arnold Barron, and husband, Keith Reeves Barron of Columbia, SC, Cynthia Lynn Arnold of Eden, NC and Patricia Francis Arnold of Wilmington, NC; Five grandchildren, Candace Marie Gillespie and husband, Markham Brandon Gillespie, David Chadwick Hall, Keith Reeves Barron, Jr. and his wife, Lauren Saleeby Barron, David Francis Barron, Michael John Barron; Two great-grandchildren, Brandon Tyler Gillespie and Mallory Marie Gillespie. She is preceded in death by her late husband of almost 40 years of marriage, David Treadwell Arnold. Visitation will be Friday evening, October 1 from 7 to 9 PM at Fair Funeral Home, 432 Boone Road, Eden NC. Memorial donations may be made to Church of the Epiphany, 538 Henry Street, Eden, NC 27288, (336) 623-9410.
Laura, I am so sorry about your Mom. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Sherrill Wrangham
wE'RE GOING TO MISS YOUR MOTHER AT ATRIA LOVE SARAH
Sarah Rowland
I am so sorry to hear about Ann. She was my art teacher is school and I always loved visiting her at Art World. She inspired me to embrace the artist within. I will miss her ready smile and heart warming laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wayne Knight
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Death is an enemy to us all. It is especially an enemy when it strike someone dear to us. God is more powerful than death, and he promise to get rid of this enemy once and for all. The Bible teaches: "As the last enemy, death will be brought to nothing." (1Corinthians 15:26) Then the words of Jesus will be fulfilled that reads: "Marvel not at this, for the hour is coming when all that are in the graves shall hear his voice and come forth." (John 5:28) I hope these words will be a comfort to you in your time of sorrow.
R Brown
Dear Laura, Cindy and Trisha, We're so sorry for the loss of your mother. The world has certainly lost a smart, artistic, original and funny lady. We enjoyed being neighbors and friends on Glovenia Street and watching you girls grow up. We will be thinking about you. Sincerely, Sally and Charles Wilson
Sally and Charles Wilson
Dear Trish, I'm so very sorry for the loss of your beloved mother. You and your family will continue to be in our prayers. May you be comforted in the days ahead. Love, Leslie & Chris
Leslie Corbett
Laura, Trish & Cynthia: We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Susan Eison with Home Instead Senior Care
I cannot tell you how sorry I am about the death of your mother. We met in our sophomore year of high school and remained friends throughout the years. I will miss her sense of humor and quick mind. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. Lawrence
Lawrence Mann
Dear Laura, Cindy, and Trish, We are so sorry about your mother's passing. Please know that she and you are in our prayers. Love and Blessings to each of you, Adele and Paul
Adele and Paul Eleazer
Cindy, I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. She is going to be missed by so many people. She always made me smile. When she volunteered at MMH it was always a treat to get to see her and hear her tell us jokes. She was such a nice lady. You and your sisters are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jill Mabe
Dear Arnold Family, The news of Ann's passing has saddened us all at Limestone College and we extend our deepest sympathy for your family's loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, K. C. Barnhill Director of Alumni Programs, Limestone College
K. C. Barnhill
I want the family of Ann Arnold to know that we are praying for them. We enjoyed having Ann at Arbor Ridge at Eden. It was wonderful to see her progress and how far she came. God Bless each and every one of you and please let us know if you need anything.
Farrah Harrison
Dear Family; I didn't know Mrs. Arnold, but reading her obituary, she must have been a jewel and a joy to be around. Reading of her accomplishments I thought "She sounds like a Brainiac!" And she was...MENSA! Her death must be hitting the family very hard; for there is now silence where there should be none. Please take great comfort in knowing that our heavenly Father Jehovah God does not take delight in the death of anyone. He in fact longs to return them to their families as Job 14:13-15 tells us. Our King in heaven Jesus Christ promises us at John 11:25 that God will resurrect mankind and you can have that same trust and firm hope because our heavenly Father cannot lie, Titus 1:2. Family, please be well.
Paula Gallery
Cindy,Candace,and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. The loss of a loved one leaves a hole in your heart that no words can fill.Please know that God has another beautiful angel and he has his comforting arms around all of you. Embrace the knowledge that she is with our Lord and your Dad and she will always live in your hearts. If you need anything, please let me know. God bless and love to you all.
Debbie Carter
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