Martin Arnold

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Martin Romuald Arnold, age 77, of South St. Paul passed away July 24, 2020.

Surrounded by family, Martin returned home to his Heavenly Father.

Martin was a veteran of the US Navy and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and traveling. He worked for United Airlines for 35 years and was a proud union member of the IAM. He enjoyed helping family and friends move, paint, and drive them to the airport.  Many referred to him as Uncle Marty, some by relation and others as friends, due to his kindness. He was loved by many.

He is preceded in death by his parents Marcus and Lucille Arnold; sisters Louise (infant) and Phyllis Svegal; brothers-in-law Bob Petermeier, George Tachney, Tom Woodley.

Martin is survived by his wife JoAnn of 52 years; son Brett (Diane); granddaughter Miranda; sisters Lucy Petermeier, Ruth Tachney, Jeanette Woodley as well as many nieces and nephews and retired friends of United Airlines.

Graveside service 1:00 pm, Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at Evergreen Memorial Gardens, 3400 Century Avenue North, Mahtomedi, MN.  Social distancing will be practiced.  Memorials preferred to Newport Lutheran Church or Second Harvest.