Charles Francis Schumacher Arndt

His capacity for love, intelligence, exuberance, sense of humor and ability to instantly connect with anyone he met were but a few of his most outstanding traits. No one with whom he came in contact will ever forget him. He poured everything he had into whatever he chose to pursue and settled for nothing less than perfection. He loved art and music and had a passion for automobiles, especially high-line European models.

He had an exceptional career in the retail automotive industry, leading and building top-performing teams and operations for the most prestigious automotive groups in the US. For more than two decades, he brought entrepreneurial drive and operational mastery to franchises across Dallas, Atlanta and St. Louis, serving as General Manager, Equity Partner, Director of Sales, Director of Finance and Director of Variable Operations. He earned countless awards for excellence and inspired many people to realize their highest potential.

He is survived in life by his wife, Alisha; eight children (both natural and adopted) Abigail, Amelia (Mia), Harrison, Henry, Alyssa, Caleb, Aiden and Briley; his grandchildren Ayana, Briella and Milah; his parents Steve and Teresa Arndt; his mother and father in laws, Michelle and Dan Maxwell; his sister Stefanie Arndt-Thelen; his nieces and nephews William (Will), Alma Marie (Alli) and Sheila Anne (Anni); and his Uncle Mark: and many cousin descendants of the Webbs, the Johnstons, the Voelkers and the Schumachers.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents Dr. & Mrs. Jerome H. Arndt (Ole Cole and Tutu) and Mr. & Mrs. F.X. Schumacher Jr. (Schu and Jean); one sibling Laura; his Aunts Barbara Jean, Mary Alice and Anna Katherine; and his Uncle Francis.

A celebration of his life gathering (for family and friends) will take place at Nunnelee Funeral Chapel in Sikeston, MO on Friday, February 20, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. until the time of celebration of life service at 2:00 p.m.. A meal for those in attendance will be served at the Sikeston Country Club immediately following the celebration.

The family requests that no flowers be sent and that memorial contributions be made to AFTD, 2700 Horizon Drive, Suite 120, King of Prussia, PA, 19406 (with one of the forms available at the service).

Fond memories and expression of sympathy may be shared at www.nunneleefuneralchapel.com for the Arndt family.