Dale P. Arnold, 79, passed away Friday August 6, 2010 at St. Mary’s Hospital with his wife and family by his side.
Memorial service to celebrate Dale’s life will be 4:00 PM Thursday August 12, 2010 at Grace United Methodist Church at 901 N. Main St. in Decatur with Rev. Ron Rector officiating. Visitation will be from 3:00 PM until 4:00 PM on Thursday at the church. Interment will be private at North Fork Cemetery. Dawson & Wikoff West Wood St. Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family via email at www.dawson-wikoff.com
In lieu of flowers please send memorials to Homeward Bound Pet Shelter at 1720 Huston Drive in Decatur, IL 62526 or Scovill Zoo at 71 South Country Club Road in Decatur, IL 62521 or American Heart Association at 985 ½ West Pershing Road in Decatur, IL 62526.
Mr. Arnold was born in Decatur, IL on December 13, 1930 the son of Edwin F. and Lucille Perry Arnold. He married Donna J. Anderson on May 2, 1954 at Grace United Methodist Church in Decatur. Dale graduated from Stephen Decatur High School and attended Millikin University. Dale was President of Hickory Point Bank, Vice President of Business Development at Marine Bank in Springfield, Sr. Vice President of Marketing at Midwest Financial Group and Sr. Vice President of Citizens National Bank. Dale served on St. Mary’s Hospital Board of Directors, St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation Board of Directors, Friends of St. Mary’s Hospital Advisory Committee, St. Mary’s Hospital Quality Care Committee and St. Mary’s Hospital Advisory Board. He was Chairman of the United Way Fund Drive, a Charter Member of Decatur/Macon County Community Foundation Board, one of six founding directors of the Decatur Foundation, a member of the Decatur Park District Foundation. Dale served on the Board of Directors for the Decatur/Macon County Chamber of Commerce from 1993-1996, was President of the Decatur Club in 1978. He was a member of the Economic Development Board, served as Co-Chair of the City of Decatur Storm Sewer Board Issue and was a board member of the Country Club of Decatur. Dale was a member of the Easter Seals Advisory Board from 1993-1996 and received the Easter Seals of Excellence Award along with his wife Donna. Dale was a charter member for the Summer Start Board of Directors from 1991-1996, was a member of Grace United Methodist Church for over 60 years and also served as Sunday School Treasurer. In 1999 he received the Gold Key Realty Award, was “Mayor for a Day”, past board member of the Rail Golf Classic for over 20 years. He was on the Neighborhood and Housing Committee of the Community Investment Corp. of Decatur, Symphony Board Finance Committee, Board Member of FFA, 4H sale of Champions at the Illinois State Fair and served on the Richland Community College Advisory Committee to Explore Initiation of the Nursing Program.
Dale’s hobbies included traveling, model trains, enjoying sports such as Cardinals baseball, golfing, hockey, football and many other sports activities.
Dale is survived by his wife Donna of Decatur; son David Arnold of Parker, CO.; daughter Diane Arnold of Decatur; grandson Michael Arnold of Highlands Ranch, CO.; sister Jean Schiminski of Decatur; nephew Bill (Jackie) Schiminski of Decatur; niece Lynne (John) Carver of Lake Winnebago, MO., and sister-in-law Gwendolyn Boyll of Decatur; niece Leta Burch of Decatur
Dale was a devoted husband and father who thrived on the love of his family, he lived honestly and died with dignity.
Les Condoléances dèrnières
| Jan Henderson (Cochran) |
Mrs. |
August 17, 2010 |
Dear Donna: Alta Jean sent me the obituary about Dale and I wanted you to know how sorry I am to hear of his passing. My sister Doris had heard from Jean at Christmas and told me that Dale had been in the hospital for quite some time.
He was a great friend and such fun. We had many good times together, didn't we? Please know I hold you and your family in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Jan
| Bill & Elie Haws |
Old friends-PATH |
August 12, 2010 |
When we heard of Dale's passing many memories come to mind. gollfing, picnics with our children wall papering in our new house, fun at French Lick & much more. Dale had a sense of humor that was very unique and planning skills that were unsurpast. He was a professional and giving person in every sense of the word. We will miss our old friend.
| Becky Dosien (formerly Johnson |
A Life Well Lived |
August 11, 2010 |
"Mr. A" was one of a kind as a man, boss, and friend. He will be missed by a great many people. My sympathy goes out to the entire family. May God hold you all in the palm of His hand, now and in the days to come.
| Carol Condon |
Our sympathies |
August 10, 2010 |
I was so sorry to read about Dale. What a gentleman he was, and he truly worked so hard for the betterment of Decatur. It was always a pleasure to work beside him on projects to help our community. He was fair and generous. So many organizations in Decatur bear his signature -- we grew as a community thanks to his foresight and patience.
Tom, Tommy and I send our sympathies to Donna and the children.
| Mary Lee Oliver |
Nice |
August 10, 2010 |
I worked many years ago at a CPA firm downtown. I would see Mr. Arnold in passing or if I had bank business. When I think of Mr. Arnold, the words - respectful, nice, courteous, and kind come to mind. I hope you feel comfort from God's arms as he surrounds you during this sad time. Thank you for sharing him with so many people.
