Gail Arnold's Obituary
Marilyn "Gail" Arnold, 75, of Tulsa, Oklahoma passed from this life on Sunday, September 13, 2020 in a Tulsa hospital with family by her side. She was born November 25, 1944 in Bartlesville, Oklahoma to her parents, William Wesley “Wes” Wood and Ouida "Maurine" Stoffer Wood. On June 6, 1966 in Bartlesville, Oklahoma she took the hand of Harry Louis Arnold, Jr. and they were joined in marriage, sharing in over 54 wonderful years together.
Gail attended Oklahoma State University, receiving a degree in Elementary Education. She taught elementary school for several years before leaving teaching to dedicate herself to her home and children. She later returned to teaching, this time as an English adjunct professor at the downtown campus of Tulsa Community College. A self-taught artist, Gail painted in oils and acrylics, crocheted, and later took up quilting. She continued to quilt for many years, enjoying the challenge of finding the perfect layout, design, and colors to recreate what she created in her mind. Many of her loved ones have been blessed with one or more of her beautiful creations.
Gail was a loyal member of Hope United Methodist Church (formerly Saint Matthew’s United Methodist Church). Over the years she taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School, organized the church craft show, and was a member of multiple committees. She was also a member of Chapter DS of PEO, as well as serving and participating in multiple other organizations.
Gail is survived by her loving husband, Harry Arnold of the home, son Brent Arnold of Portland, Oregon, daughter Beth Williams and son-in-law Chad Williams of Bixby, Oklahoma, two beautiful granddaughters, Emma and Rebecca Williams, and many extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wes and Maurine Wood.
Visitation is scheduled from 3-6 p.m. on Friday, September 18, 2020 at Floral Haven Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 19, 2020 at Hope United Methodist Church in Tulsa with Pastor Thomas Hoffmann officiating. Burial will take place at 2:30 p.m. following the church service at Floral Haven Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hope United Methodist Church, 12424 E. 31st St., Tulsa, OK 74146.
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