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Beverly A. Arnold, 92

December 01, 2024

Beverly A. Arnold, 92, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at Hamilton Arms Nursing Home, Sunday, December 1, 2024. Born in Minneapolis, MN, she was the daughter of the late Clarence E. and Matilda C. (Magnuson) Nordstrom. She was the loving wife of the late Harry C. Arnold, to whom she was married in 1951.

Bev earned her associate degree from the University of Minnesota – Duluth. She worked as an import specialist for US Customs until her retirement. Upon retirement, Harry and Bev moved to Green Valley, AZ where they enjoyed the dry heat. Following Harry’s passing, Bev moved to Lancaster to be closer to family.

Beverly was active in her church, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Millersville; she was a member of the Call Committee and a Bible Study Group. She scrupulously proofread bulletins and baked cookies to share after services.

Bev was a prolific letter writer and never missed sending notes or cards for birthdays, holidays and special occasions. She enjoyed cooking and baking, bead and needlework, and attending the theater wherever she lived.

Bev is survived by her son, Michael E. Arnold, husband of Tracy, of Lancaster; her grandson, Robert Arnold, of Lancaster; and three honorary daughters: Georgia, Sara, and Nancy Mohon, all of Kentucky.

Family and friends will be received for a time of visitation from 10AM to 11AM, Monday, December 9, 2024, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 222 N. George St., Millersville, PA 17551. A Memorial Service will follow at 11AM. Interment will be private, at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Bev’s memory may be made to the church at the address above or to Hospice & Community Care. To leave the family an online condolence, please visit: SnyderFuneralHome.com.

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January 16, 2025

I was so very saddened to hear about the loss of Bev. Bev, Harry and Michael were our neighbors in Duluth, MN through my entire childhood. The memories I have of them are truly endless. When they’d travel I’d get to watch the cats which was my favorite! At one point they got the sweetest pup, Mr. Moon, and we ended up with his sister. Japanese Chins are the best. 🙂 Being able to go outside and know Mr. Moon and Harry were out there made everyday better.
Bev would bring back so many gifts from their travels and shells were my favorite. My bathroom decor to this day includes the shells that Bev brought back from trips and I still have a storage container of my shell collection including all of of the shells she brought back for me. Then every Christmas have such fond memories of the cookie tray, oh my goodness, the coooookies! We reminisce about her Christmas cookies and peanut brittle to this day and on occasion try and make some of her recipes.
I was able to visit Harry in Bev in Green Valley while I was in AZ for a work trip many years back which was so very special. She was still very actively swimming back then so after her swim I arrived and we went out for a nice meal and I got to see their home. Harry passed not too long after we had that visit.
Bev has always been such a special person in my life and I knew she always anxiously awaited the day I’d get married and have children. After many, MANY years we got there and we finally have our miracle baby boy who she just sent a gift to to start his college fund. Oh how I wish she could have met him!
I am so sorry for your loss and we send our deepest sympathies.
Christina (previously Meier), Brad and Anthony Semlak

December 06, 2024

To the Family of Beverly,
My heart was saddened when I heard of Beverly’s passing. I always looked forward to her coming into the church office to help with bulletins on Thursdays. We always had the best conversations. Her cookies were amazing and always looked forward to whatever she baked and brought in to me. She will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss. Anita Kissinger

December 04, 2024

I was so saddened to hear of Beverly’s passing! She was one-of-a-kind and will be missed greatly by her church family. She had an amazing sense of humor and was the best cookie maker of all time! We will certainly keep you all in our prayers this holiday season.
Lori Dierolf

Visitation: Monday, December 09, 2024; St. Paul Lutheran Church of Millersville; 222 N. George St.; Millersville, PA 17551
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Services: Monday, December 09, 2024; 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM; St. Paul Lutheran Church of Millersville; 222 N. George St.; Millersville, PA 17551
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