Patricia Ann Arnold passed away November 15, 2022 surrounded by her family and friends at Sanford Hospital in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Patricia was born October 24, 1952 to Frank Laverne Thibault and Claudia Wilburn Thibault. She traveled to many different cities, states, and countries while her father was in the United States Air Force.
In 1965 her mother passed away from cancer and from there her and her three brothers moved to Miles City, Montana to live with their Aunt Lucille. She attended Custer County High School where she graduated in 1970. She then attended Miles Community College to earn her degree in business.
She married Daniel Arnold on June 14, 1971. From this union together they had three children; Keith Daniel, Virginia Ann, and Andrew Aaron. She was a stay-at-home mom for many years before entering the work force. She worked at a variety of places including law offices, Mullen Reality, Montana Child Support Agency, and Holy Rosary Hospital. She then left the work force due to health issues.
She spent her remaining years enjoying time with family and friends and her grandchildren. She moved to Williston, North Dakota in the fall of 2002. She gained many more friendships in the last 20 years of her amazing life. She enjoyed playing Scrabble, Pinochle, and board games. She loved her friends at the Senior Citizens Center in Williston. She always mentioned the love she had for the Lord with everyone she came in contact with.
She spent her last year in rehabilitation centers in Minot, North Dakota. Her last home was in Mandan, North Dakota at Miller’s Pointe Rehabilitation Center.
She was proceeded in death by her mother Claudia Virginia Thibault, her father the Honorable Frank Laverne Thibault, Retired USAF, her brother David Thibault, her brother Steven Thibault, her aunt Lucille Thibault, and her granddaughter Macy Kay Arnold.
She is survived by her husband Daniel Arnold of Miles City, Montana; her brother Dennis (Ann) Thibault of Spiro, Oklahoma,;her three children: Keith Arnold of Williston, North Dakota, Virginia (Jason Kautzman) of Williston, North Dakota, and Andrew (Sandy) Arnold of Decorah, Iowa; her grandchildren: Kasara Batzler, M’KaLa Arnold, Joseph Gergen (fiancé Shelby Thiege), Wiliam Gergen, Annaleissa Arnold, Ayslyn Arnold, and many cousins, sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, nieces, nephews, and many wonderful friends.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, November 21, at 10:00 am at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow at the Custer County Cemetery. Condolences can be given to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
Jim & Cathy Bastian says
We are so sorry! Pat was a fun person to have around! She loved the Lord, and shared Him with all she came into contact with. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dawn Dannen says
Heaven gained a beautiful angel.
Martha Crandall says
my sympathy
Curtis and June Fillafer says
Goodbye Patricia longtime friend. To Dan and all of the Arnold and Thibault family, you are in my thoughts and prayers during the difficult times ahead. Pat was a person who always brought joy and happiness to all who were fortunate to be in her company. I can’t begin to tell you of the many decades of chariest pleasant memories that I was involved with Pat and all of the Arnold and Thibault family. Pat God Bless you in heaven. I’m so sorry to see you leave us.
Cathi Peila says
I am heart broken. Pat was not just a co-worker, but a friend like a sister for many years. Her sense of humor and outlook on life made her a delight to be around. Farewell dear Patricia until we meet again. And we will!
Kim Smarsh says
I know she’s already got a pinochle game going in heaven! I loved being able to play pinochle with her. My sympathy to her family and friends.
Helen Corbin says
So sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful person. Enjoy her friendship when she worked at the hospital. Rest easy Pat
Kaye Rainey Taylor says
I attended Sunday School with Pat when she lived with her Aunt Lucille. I’m sorry to hear of her death. My prayers are with her family. My God comfort them.
Miller Patti says
We will miss Aunt Pat so much! She has been an inspiration and comfort to myself and my boys for years. Not sure who to pick up the phone and call now. I’m sorry she had to suffer so her last months. She is truly where she belongs in heaven now.
Hugo Ham says
Pat was a ray of light in my life, I am happy I was able to have such a great friend in my life. I will always have you in my heart. 🎶 ❤️ 🎶
Ike Eichler says
RIP Pat many great memories with you and Dan and kids. If you see Frank tell him Hello
Dick Culver says
I didn`t know Pat but I spent many enjoyable hours with brother Steve and father “Sarge”. A down to earth family that I am proud to have known.