He served the Lord faithfully and in many capacities such as the Chairman of deacons, trustee, Royal Ambassador Leader and choir member. He had a personality and knowledge that drew people to him and was well-known for handshakes, waves and smiles.īruce was also a devoted Christian and charter member of Memorial Baptist Church and had no fear in sharing his faith, testimony and what God had done for him. Bruce dedicated over 47 years of his life to Rigby where he started out as a delivery truck driver and worked his way up to warehouse manager and sales counter. Upon his return to America and honorable discharge, Bruce started his career at Rigby Electric Supply. His time was cut short when he was drafted into the Army and stationed in South Vietnam as a supply clerk in the 1st Signal Brigade where he went on to earn a Bronze Star Medal. He will also be missed by several nieces, nephews, friends and Memorial Baptist Church family.īruce graduated from West Edgecombe High School in 1969 and began his electrical career at Eastern Electric. Bruce was an especially proud Pa Pa to his granddaughters, Brooke and Emily Wiggins, they were his pride and joy. Varnell (Joe) of Pinetops brother, Tom Arnold (Linda) of Rocky Mount sisters-in-law, Bonnie Arnold and Linda Arnold and brother-in-law, Charlie Lewis. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Joyce Long Arnold daughter, Angela Arnold Wiggins (Robbie) of Red Oak sisters, Eunice Dietrich of Rocky Mount and Jackie A. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Susie Arnold and Merlyn Lewis and brothers, Dennis, JC, and Dick Arnold. Our Lady of Good Counsel (): Kevin and Karen’s church for 30+years and diocesan shrine to Divine Mercy and St.“Well done, thou good and faithful servant, enter thou into the joy of thy Lord” -Matthew 25:21īruce Wayne Arnold, age 74, went Home to be with his Lord and Savior, Wednesday, July 19, 2023. His journey began on in Edgecombe County, son of Robert Henry and Zettie Williamson Arnold. Joseph’s Emergency Assistance fund (): gives hope to families at the lowest point of their lives Harvesters (Foodbank providing to families, children and seniors in needĬatholic Charities of Kansas City-St. *If you would like to honor Kevin’s life with a memorial, please consider: Kevin Layton quote: “I am truly blessed, God is in control” and “never, never, never give up!” He is now jamming with his brother Kerry… and his dad Al and mother Helen smiling proudly Kev was cheered on to heaven July 13 th by his wife Karen Layton, who is a better person for being touched by a true angel on earth. And, through partnering with the great Father Pat Tobin many years ago, Harvesters became recipient of Kevin’s constant giving…Īnnually donating trailers full of hams at Christmas and increasing his personal donation goal every year Family, friends, and employees were constant recipients of his generous heart. Bringing his sharp wit and laughter to all his friends and familiesĪlways, always, always, giving, and giving more and giving even more to others, but never wanting any credit or fanfare.Identifying all the blessings in his life and others.Seeing the best in people and bringing out all of their good traits…no matter the person.Listening with a non-judging ear to people’s daily challenges with carefully crafted advice… but, only when asked.Providing a father role and safety net to nieces, nephews, and all those who needed a guiding hand.Helping employees when they were “down on their luck”.Mentoring young people by teaching them to “hustle”.However, his sole purpose in life was to “bring joy” to others… A business owner, a gifted athlete, pilot, songwriter, singer and master of many musical instruments. Hard worker all his life… starting at age 7 cleaning bathrooms at his father’s gas station for a nickel. Unwavering faith in God… there is God, Angels and prayers guiding every step, every decision.Bring others joy… a laugh, a caring shoulder, an extra hand, a listening ear, a personalized nickname to show he knew you.Always do the “right” thing…there is right and wrong in life and nothing in between…he always chose right even if it was a sacrifice.Kev lived life by three guiding principles: HUMBLE, GIVING, WITTY, HARDWORKING, GENEROUS, CARING, FAITHFUL, LOYAL, RELIABLE, TRUSTWORTHY, SUPPORTIVE, HONEST, PROTECTOR, COURAGEOUS, BLESSED, KIND HEARTED, JOYFUL AND FUN!
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