Arnold Thomas Stevens, aka “Arnold T” to his friends and family, passed away to his Lord’s house on February 20, 2019. Arnold T was 89 years at his passing, and accomplished much in his lifetime. He was born in Cadiz, OH to the late George B. and Leora (Kelley) Stevens on December 23, 1929 – a Christmas baby. After his education, he was drafted into the Army where he specialized in telecommunications. He served during the Korean Conflict. Arnold T met, fell in love/smitten, and married his love Juanita M. (Sirk) Stevens on June 24, 1950 at Oakland, MD. They had a love that lasted. Arnold T and Juanita were lifelong members of Trinity Baptist Church in Marion until his illness prevented him from attending.
Arnold T was multi-talented. He played the guitar, mandolin, and the fiddle. He liked to fish but was impatient when the fish didn’t bite right away. He loved to play and watch golf. And he enjoyed working with his hands as a wood worker/carpenter having used his skills to build buildings, and porches for others. As a professional, Arnold T worked his way up through the ranks at General Telephone Company, now known as Verizon, from a part-time go-fer to a full time Special Services Manager, giving them 38 years of outstanding service and loyalty.
Arnold T was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Tippy Dale Stevens, sister Janet Eileen, and son Mark Stevens.
Those who will miss his love, his care, and his special way with others are his wife Juanita, his sons Rodney Arnold (Kim Marie) Stevens of Val-Rico, FL, George Bernie (Vickie) Stevens of Stockport, OH; his daughter Kim (Brian) McCoy of Columbus. OH; his sister Jean Reppart; eleven grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and 10 great-great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends and family for a visitation on Sunday 24 February from 5 PM to 7 PM at Boyd-Born Funeral Home, 122 W. Columbia St. in Marion, OH. The funeral service will be on Monday 25 February at 11 AM at the funeral home with Pastor Jeff Webb officiating. The committal service will be immediately following at Marion Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to AMVETS in the name of Arnold T. Stevens. Online condolences can be given through www.boydbornfuneralhome.com.