Arliss Marie Arnold

Beloved mother, grandma, Gigi, great and great-great grandma passed away peacefully at Symphony of Tri-Cities on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026. Arliss was born in Bay City, Michigan on January 7th 1930 to John and Christina (Appold) Behmlander.

On November 4th 1950 she married the love of her life, Otto Arnold. This was a beginning of a lifelong partnership, built on love, devotion and family. Together they created a home filled with laughter, support and family traditions. She treasured her time with family and was happiest when everyone was gathered together and cooking for them.

She enjoyed doing crafts, especially making “scrubbies” and loved going to the U.P., especially the “Soo” where her and Otto would watch the freighters.

Arliss was a faithful member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Bay City. She enjoyed working in Church, helping with the luncheons, cleaning, etc., when she was able to. She also enjoyed working at the economy center.

She is survived by her children, Robert (Debra) Arnold, Dorothy (Steve) Dedyne, Krescentia Arnold and Jane (Patrick) O’Hara; nine grandchildren, Rob Arnold, Wendy (Tim) Vance, Heidi (Richard) Burr, Steve (Katie) Dedyne, Dennis (Kim) Dedyne, Jim Jr. (Vera) Arnold, Matthew (Jessica) Arnold, Laura (Jesse) Dockett and Pat Jr. (Carrie) O’Hara; 14 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren.

She is also survived by two brothers, and a sister-in-law, Charles (Sandra) Behmlander and Art Behmlander – she also leaves behind many nieces, nephews and special God children.

In addition to her parents, Arliss was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Otto Arnold; son, James Arnold, sister, Norma (Wilmar) Weiss; sister-in-law, Myrtle Behmlander and brother-in-law, Walter (Edna) Arnold.

Arliss’ family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Symphony of Tri-Cities for the special care they received.

Funeral Service for Arliss will take place on Monday, April 13, 2026 at Immanuel Lutheran Church at 11:00 a.m. with interment to follow at Floral Gardens Cemetery. Officiating the service will be Pastor Chris Garcia. The family will be present to receive visitors on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at Gephart Funeral Home from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Monday at the Church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, please consider making memorial contribution in Arliss’ name to Immanuel Lutheran Church.