Leo James Arnold, 62, of Ada, Okla. passed away Monday, January 3, 2022 in Ada, Okla.
Leo was born on December 10, 1959 in Sonoma, Calif. to James (J.W.) Arnold and Helen Y. Cobel. Leo graduated high school in Marysville, Calif. and then went into the Army. After his time in the service, Leo became a lifelong mechanic, working on everything from small engines to heavy equipment. Leo loved to collect guns and western memorabilia. He enjoyed fishing and having his family around him.
Leo is preceded in death by his mother, Helen Helzer; and brother, Derek Arnold.
Leo is survived by his wife, Chrystal Arnold, of Allen, Okla.; his father, James (J.W.) and Anelle Arnold of City, Calif., J essica Pippitt ofYuba City, Calif., Kenneth City, Calif., Jessica Pippitt of Yuba City, Calif., Kenneth and Holly Arnold of Baconton, Ga., Crystal Arnold and Bobby Clayton of Kingston, Okla., and Jacob and Shelby Arnold of Kingston, Okla.; one stepson, Don and Shelby Perron of Punte Gorda, Fla.; brothers, Ralph Arnold of Yuba City, Calif., and Will and Tami Arnold of Fort Worth, Texas; as well as grandchildren, and one great-grandson.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., January 21, 2022 at the Kingston Cemetery in Kingston, Okla. A reception will follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Leo's name to Estes-Phillips Funeral Home, 123 E. 13th St. Ada, Okla. 74820..