Francis D. “Wayne” Arnold

February 13, 1950-October 26, 2024

Francis D. “Wayne” Arnold, 74, Altoona, passed away Saturday morning at his residence.

He was born in Glasgow, the son of the late John and Geraldine (Igou) Arnold. Francis married Marie A. Trinkley on March 25, 1975.

Wayne is survived by his wife; a son, Shaun Arnold (Jen); three daughters: Deirdera Bernazzoli (Rob), Patricia Harn (Daniel) and Dana Pope (Rich) all of Altoona; ten grandchildren: Gina, Christopher, Brandy, Jason, Austin, Marissa, Brandon, Sara, Miranda and Maddie; and nine great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings: Walter Arnold of Lajose, Elsie Weakland of Burnside, Delores Locher of Johnstown and Carol Johns of Brookville; and a son-in-law, Randy Myers of Altoona.

He was preceded in death by his son, Francis D. Arnold, Jr; a daughter, Melissa Myers; and sisters: Helen Barto and Katherine Hockenberry.

Wayne attended Glendale High School. He was a retired custodian from the Hollidaysburg Area School District after 28 years of service.

He was a member of Riggles Gap Bible Church.

Wayne enjoyed fixing cars, hunting, fishing, but especially spending time with his family.

Friends will be received from 1-4 pm on Friday, November 1, 2024 at The Stevens Mortuary, Inc., 1421 8th Avenue, Altoona, PA. 16602. A funeral service will immediately follow at 4 pm in the Stevens Memorial Chapel with Pastor William C. Ice.

The family kindly asks for contributions to be made in care of Marie Arnold, 410 N. 10th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601.

Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.