Gary Arnel
May 15, 1953 ~ January 11, 2023
Gary Duane Arnel, 69, of Jefferson City passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Capitol Region Medical Center.
He was born on May 15, 1953, in Jefferson City to the late Leonard and Betty Lou (Tipton) Arnel.
Gary grew up in Jefferson City and was a graduate of Jefferson City High School. On July 24, 1971, he married Shirley Perkins at St. Peter’s Catholic Church. They raised two sons, Keith Douglas and Jeffrey Thomas Arnel.
Gary worked in the printing department for the State of Missouri. He retired in 2009 after 33 years of service. Gary was a lifetime member of the Optimist Club of Jefferson City, the Holy Name Society of St. Peter’s Catholic Church and Third Degree Knights of Columbus, Fr. Helias Council #1054.
Gary was blessed with the “gift of gab.” No matter where his travels took him, he loved meeting new people and could talk to anyone about almost anything. He had a passion for fishing. You could find him either on the Lake or on the river fishing for anything that would bite. He especially loved Crappie fishing and would take occasional trips to Canada with his sons, brother-in-law, Kenny Angerer and nephews fishing for Walleye and Muskie. He was a huge fan of NASCAR, Cardinal baseball and Blues hockey. If he wasn’t fishing or watching sports, Gary would be grilling, smoking and bar-b-queing for his family. He never missed his grandchildren’s sporting events and loved to support everything they did.
Gary is survived by his wife, Shirley of Jefferson City, two sons, Keith (Renee) of New Bloomfield, Jeffrey (Bria) of Jefferson City, four grandchildren, Haley Morgan Arnel of Kansas City, Blake Anthony Arnel of Jefferson City, Samantha and Harlee Williams of New Bloomfield, two brothers, Darrell Keith (Faith Ann) Arnel, Mark Kevin (Donna) Arnel, three sisters, brother-in-law, Michael (Mary Jane) Perkins, and two sisters-in-law, Jeannie (Kenny) Angerer and Charlotte Collet.
He was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Catherine Bax and brother-in-law, Douglas Perkins.
Visitation will be Tuesday, January 17, 2023, from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at St. Peter Catholic Church.
Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 a.m. with Father James Finder officiating. Entombment will be in the mausoleum at Resurrection Cemetery.
Memorials may be directed to St. Peter Catholic Church, 216 Broadway St. Jefferson City, 65101.
Arrangements are entrusted to Trimble Funeral Homes-Jefferson City. trimblefunerals.com
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Samantha & family, My most sincere condolences; I am sad to learn of your tremendous loss.
Shirley, I was so sorry to hear that Gary had passed away. I’m thankful that you two got to share so many years together.
Shirley, so sorry to hear of your loss my prayers for comfort and healing for you and your family. Hugs to you
Keith, condolences to you and your family.
Tootie ( Shirley ) So sorry to hear about Gary’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Haley and Blake, I am very sorry for your loss. I remember your grandpa coming to all of your events. Hold your memories in your heart.
Keith ,
I’m so sorry for your loss , I really enjoyed talking with your dad when he stopped by work to see you . I remember when he brought his new car up to show you .
Jimmy and Patty Rogers
Shirley, so sorry to hear about Garys passing. I remember his kindness to me when Dean was in Iraq. Cherish your memories. Praying for you and your family.
Shirley, I am so sorry to hear about Gary. You & the family are in my prayers.
A good friend. I worked with Gary at the Truman State office bldg. in Jefferson City, Mo. although I lost contact with Gary, my thoughts often go back to those days.
Friends are forever. God bless Shirley and the family
A good friend. I worked with Gary at the Truman State office bldg. in Jefferson City, Mo. although I lost contact with Gary, my thoughts often go back to those days.
Friends are forever. God bless Shirley and the family
Shirley and family I am so sorry for your loss. Gary was a great person . Prayers to you all .
Shirley and Family,
You have our deepest condolences for the loss of Gary. He was a kind man whom we really didn’t get to know well, but his sweet reputation presided him everywhere he went. We know he is a big loss for you and your family. Just know we are grieving with you. May your journey in grief be short so someday soon you may have joy when you talk about Gary and all of his accomplishments while he lived. We always enjoyed your stories about him at Krieger & Krieger Accounting and Tax Consultants.
We wanted to come to his celebration of life, but Dorothy has an important doctor’s appointment at the same time. However, we will have you and keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
With sympathy,
Marvin & Dorothy Phillips
Shirley, Jack and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Gary. We send our deepest sympathy to you and family.
Jack and Lorraine Riley
Keith and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad always had a smile on his face and was always so friendly. Prayers for peace and comfort.