- Date Of Birth: March 21, 1961
- Date Of Death: January 28, 2022
- State: Arkansas
James Richard “Rick” Arnold Jr., 60, of Western Grove passed away on Friday, January 28th, 2022, at home with his wife and grandson at his side. He was born on March 21, 1961, in Pekin Illinois to James and Marilyn (Keith) Arnold.
James was a graduate of Pekin Community High School. He worked as a Master Tech mechanic and at Tyson’s for many years.
He moved to Arkansas in the early 80’s and married his wife Lisa on August 15th, 1983. Rick accepted Jesus as his personal savior in July of 2016. He and Lisa have been active at the Western Grove Bible Church since that time.
Rick is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Lisa, his children: Felicha Smith, Robby White, Richard Arnold and Edward Arnold. Seven surviving grandchildren: James Arnold who they are raising as a son, Victoria Wilkinson, Jonathan Wilkinson, Leone Arnold, Richele Arnold, Paelie Arnold and Penelope Arnold. He is also survived by an Aunt Viola Dobbs and numerous cousins. Rick also leaves his dear friends Levon and Debbie Blair and the church people who have become his family.
