Russel L. Arnold

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Russel (Rusty) L. Arnold, 79, of Northeast Kansas City, MO, passed away March 18, 2021 at NKC hospital.

Russel was employed at Missouri Pacific Truck Lines for 35 years, retiring in 1995. He was a proud Teamster of Local # 41. He enjoyed the outdoors, going to the lake, and riding his Harley Davidson with his family and friends. He was an avid NASCAR fan. He will be remembered for his famous Bloody Mary’s and lifeguarding for his granddaughters.

Russel is survived by his wife of 58 years, Bonita S; son, J. Tim Arnold (Dee Goetz) Richmond, MO; daughter, Laura E. and husband Jon Flinn, Kearney, MO; two granddaughters, Allison S. and husband Dr. Dominic Royster, Denver, CO; Katelynn D. Flinn (Zack Wallau) Independence, MO. And Many Nieces and Nephews, Friends and Neighbors.

Russel was preceded in death by his mother, M. Helen Kraemer and his brother, Arthur J. Arnold.

Memorial gathering will be held Tuesday, March 30th from 5-7pm at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd. Raytown, MO 64133.

Memorial contributions can be made through PCF. Donate to cure.pcf.org in honor of Rusty.

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  1. Robert Flinn on March 23, 2021 at 6:58 pm

    I got to know Rusty over many years at our family get-togethers over the holidays at Jon and Laura’s house. I really enjoyed talking with him. We became good friends and I will miss him very much.



  2. Brenda Schrack/ McQuillen on March 23, 2021 at 8:06 pm

    Uncle Rusty meant the world to me. We shared a lot of memories together like NASCAR racing, family events and most of all, we shared many bloody Mary’s together. He was my outlaw and will be missed always! He always called me kid, that I will miss the most Forever in my heart.
    Rest In Peace, love you Uncle Rusty.



  3. Delia LeVota on March 24, 2021 at 5:53 pm

    Love to the Arnold family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I remember he was a sweet and kind man. I won’t be able to attend the memorial but I will be there in my prayers. Love you, DeDe(Boyce)LeVota.



  4. Scott Corn on March 25, 2021 at 9:13 am

    Uncle Rusty, He was one of the first to welcome me with a drink when I started coming around.
    He was what I imagine when I thought to be retired. A cool, kind, funny bad#*s. He was the epitome of cool! He was the one person I looked forward to and hoped was at family gatherings.
    He had the most contagious laugh and could get me rolling in no time.
    His stories were the best real life history lessons and when told you could have almost been there.
    I loved his Bloody Mary’s, I loved that he loved loud fireworks as much as I do. I loved that the times we got out we raised a bit of trouble but made it home safe and sound.
    I am so glad I got to know you. You were my guy, I will miss you more than I can express. I know you are always going to be looking down cool as can be watching us all. We will meet again to have a drink and a laugh old man. I love ya.



  5. Libby Palmer on March 30, 2021 at 12:40 pm

    I met Uncle Rusty about 22 years ago. Trevor brought me to my first Christmas Eve get together. I got to try the “Nawg” for the first time. Rusty put extra nutmeg on mine so I could drink it. Trevor, the boys and I will miss Rusty so very much. Rest In Peace Uncle Rusty.



  6. Mike and Marny Aten on May 17, 2021 at 5:28 pm

    So sorry to hear of Rusty’s passing. Great friend and loved his laugh.



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