Barry R. Arnold, Sr. (Rick), age 72, passed away Friday, January 14, 2022, at Hospice Savannah. He was born September 7, 1949, in Savannah, Ga., and he was the son of Hiram Leroy Arnold and Willie D. Arnold. Rick was a Savannah Firefighter for 34 years. Captain Arnold retired in 2003. His free time was spent fishing with friends and spending time with his six grandchildren.
Rick was preceded in death by his parents, Leroy and Willie Arnold of Savannah, Ga., and his brother Larry David Arnold. He is survived by his son, Barry R. Arnold, Jr. and his daughter in law, Ericka Arnold, his daughter, Marci (Arnold) Roberts and son in law, Tim Roberts, siblings Barbara Truitt, Bill (Susan) Arnold, Betty (Larry) Cribbs, Joey (Deleah) Arnold, six adored grandchildren, Tyler Arnold, Caden Arnold, Max Arnold, Elle Roberts, Griffin Roberts, Jackson Roberts, and beloved nieces and nephews.
At Rick’s request, his ashes will be scattered in Wassaw Sound over his favorite fishing holes. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
The family would like to express their appreciation to Hospice Savannah for their kindness and compassion.
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Donna Bennett
Marci I am so sorry for your loss. I pray for you and your family. Please know you are in Heart at this time of your life.❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Julie Swindell
So sorry to hear of Mr Arnold’s passing. I will always remember him in my heart as one the sweetest people I have ever met and will miss him more than words can say.
Edwin
Marci and Ricky…….so sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. He was a great man and a fine American. I admired and appreciated that he didn’t mince words and would tell it like he saw it. Always loved Big Rick!
Marcia Marvin Lavely
I’m so sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. My prayers for peace and comfort for you all.
Nancy Rowland
We would like to offer our deepest condolences on the loss of Ricky. He never failed to offer a wave and a hello every time he rode by our home on his golf cart. He will be missed.
Marilyn Florie
& Nancy Rowland
Diane Robbins
So sorry to hear about the passing of Ricky, my prayers for his family and friends. I was a friend of Ricky’s all the way thought school. He was a wonderful man.
Robert f simpson
Arnold family sorry for your loss.I think of Ricky I think how many good times we shared togather at work and in the river
The Green Dragon
Rest in peace Ricky – we had great times on the fire dept. in engine 3 and 3a your friend, THE GREEN DRAGON
Tossie
I just want to let the family know how sad it is to see Ricky passed away. He was always happy to see me when I bumped to him at all the ball games. He loved his grandsons like I do mine. I’ll miss seeing you Ricky and your great smile. God Bless.
Scottie & Julie Hendrix
We have so many fond memories of Ricky and our favorite was meeting up with him at the white pipe! He always said he was a fish in his previous life and that’s probably why his line was always tight! Ricky was such a good, kind man. Even when you felt good, after talking to Ricky, you’d feel better! We will miss him dearly. Sincere condolences to his family.
Scottie & Julie Hendrix
Franklin (& Susie) Thomas
For over 2 years, Susie & I have been battling illness, Susie having been in an extended hospital stay. We have just learned of Rick’s passing. Susie & I have been indeed blessed by our friendship with Rick. I met him on a service call decades ago when I repaired his TV. We “soon” discovered our “kindred spirits” relationship as he clearly expressed the same faith that Susie & I have in the merciful saving grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Rick & I have had many many “kindred” visits since that time ! Rick blessed us many times with A LOAD of fresh filleted Fish hat he had just caught ! Yummy ! Susie & I are looking forward to our reunion with him in heaven ! Susie equally cherishes Rick. – – May God bless your entire family with this comfort.
With Much Love & Respect,
Franklin & Susie Thomas
James, D. Abston, Jr.
I just learned of Rick’s passing, Rick and I were good friends, we met at Fort Sill, Oklahoma as we served together in the Army. My wife and I visited Rick at his firehouse on the morning of 9-11. Even at an early age Rick was an exceptional friend.. James D. Abston,Jr. Butler, Alabama