THOMAS ARNOLD

Thomas L. Arnold, of Neenah, age 56, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, February 14, 2011. He was born October 21, 1954 in Milwaukee, son of the late Donald and June (DeZwarte) Arnold. Tom married Patricia Menzel on May 22, 1979. He enjoyed spending time with his family and participating in games of chance. Tom was known for his great sense of humor. Survivors include his wife, Patricia; two children: Ryan Arnold and Chelcie Arnold; a brother, Jim (Cheryl) Arnold; two sisters: Donna (Bud) Leazenby, Luann (Ted) Stephenson; his mother-in-law, Mary Menzel; three brothers-in-law: Peter (Sue) Menzel, David (Dr. Kinga Ebner) Menzel, James Menzel and special friend Amy Rubicki; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and a great nephew. Tom was preceded in death by two children: Molly and Joey; his father-in-law, Frank Menzel; a nephew, Roger Menzel; a great-nephew, Elijah Hackbarth; and an aunt, Helen DeZwarte. A Celebration of his Life will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, February 18, 2011, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 1140 Tullar Rd., Neenah, with Rev. Jon Gallatin officiating. His family will receive family and friends at the church from 3:00 p.m. until the hour of service. In lieu of flowers a memorial is being established in his name. The family would like to thank Theda Care at Home Hospice.