Mary "Ruth" Arnold, 95 years of age, passed away on February 1, 2024 with her loving family by her side. She was born in Wabash County and graduated from Lincolnville High School and International Business College. She was a charter member of Good Shepherd United Methodist Church. She was a member of the United Methodist Women (past president), Fort Wayne Art League, and Chapter AB of P.E.O. Ruth was active in many other organizations including Women's Division of Allen County United Way (past chairman), PTA (past president), Scouting, small church fold groups, bridge and golf leagues. She worked at Lincoln National Life, and Hosler and Pearson Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, traveling, and reading. Ruth was a glowing golden heart of love to all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband Melvin Arnold after 71 years of wonderful marriage; her parents Mabel and Milburn Cross; one brother Charles Cross; and two sisters Harriet Zachwieja and Alice Smith. She is survived by her two sons, David A. (Janet Davis) Arnold of Chicago, and Daniel D. (Barbara) Arnold of Fort Wayne; one daughter, Betty (Steve) Cunningham of Oregon, Illinois; six grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. Also surviving is one sister, Louise (Art) Warner of New Mexico.
Funeral Service is 12:15 pm Sunday, February 4, 2024 at Towne House Retirement Community, 2209 St. Joe Center Road, Fort Wayne with calling one hour prior. Burial to follow at Eel River Cemetery, Churubusco. Memorials may be given to Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, 4700 Vance Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46815 or Eel River Cemetery Association Inc., Churubusco, Indiana 46723. Funeral arrangements entrusted to D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home.
