Mary Frances Arnold, born December 18, 1947, in Miami, Florida, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. A devoted Catholic, Mary lived her life with a steadfast faith that guided her through every challenge and brought her great joy.
Mary had a natural gift for conversation and cherished connecting with others, offering wisdom, laughter, and endless stories to all who knew her. Her vibrant personality and deep compassion for others will be greatly missed.
Mary was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Garland Thomas Arnold, with whom she shared a life filled with love and devotion, and her brother, Francis Shober.
She leaves behind a legacy of love and family, survived by her son: Gregory Arnold (Maria), her daughter: Jennifer Muhlig (Rick). Her cherished grandchildren: Liam Muhlig, Broghan Muhlig, Anthony Muhlig, Gina Muhlig, Anthony Arnold, Cristofer Arnold, and Kayla Arnold, Sister: Martha Jane (Ronald), and Sister-in-law: Karen Shober.
Mary’s family and friends take comfort in knowing she is now with the Lord and the Blessed Mother to whom she was very devoted, and reunited with her loved ones in eternal peace.
Friends are invited to attend the visitation for Mary on Tuesday December 17, 2024 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM at the Boyd Panciera University Drive Chapel: 1600 N. University Drive, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. For those unable to attend, we will be live-streaming the service on Tuesday, December 17th at 7:30PM and invite you to attend virtually using the following link on the Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care Facebook page at: BOYD-PANCIERA FAMILY FUNERAL CARE LIVESTREAM.
Mass of the Resurrection will take place Wednesday, December 18 at 10 am at St. Bonaventure Catholic Church, followed by a procession to the South Florida National Cemetery, where she will be buried with her beloved husband, Tom.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Mary’s name to St. Bonaventure church and school.
Arrangements entrusted to Boyd Panciera Family Funeral Care.
Boyd Panciera, University Drive Chapel
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South Florida National Cemetery
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Marlena Kokin
December 12, 2024, 1:04 pm
Dearest Mary! Thank you for being in my life and mentoring me in such a way that I can appreciate every student and highlight their strengths and through this, connect and help them learn and bring out the best in them. You were a true friend and cared and appreciated your family and friends but mostly your faith in Jesus was boundless. May you rest in peace in His loving arms next to your beloved Tom. Love you always!
Jordanna Egan
December 14, 2024, 4:15 am
Mrs. Arnold,
Thanks for being a great fifth grade teacher to me, and for supporting me in my role as a teacher! I already miss your sweet comments on all of my posts. You’re missed, but I know you’re happy with Tom.
Love you.
Jordanna
Heather Hasan
December 15, 2024, 1:54 pm
Mrs. Mary
Thank you and Tom for welcoming our family into your life’s and the neighborhood. We will always remember you and your husband as part of our family. May you both rest in peace.
Heather and Mohammad Hasan
Stella DiBattista
December 16, 2024, 12:25 pm
Thank you Mary for encouraging me to join St. Bonaventure School. It is my honor to continue the work you have started. The Resource/ESE Department is one of your legacies at SBS. Many children, families, and teachers are forever grateful for your love and dedication to Catholic education.
Anamaria G McKee
December 17, 2024, 7:31 pm
What a lady. From the moment we met we were friends forever. May you continue “working” for Saint Bonaventure in so many ways, and bless us from your high post, next to our heavenly Father and all the celestial court. I hope to watch your celebration on my laptop, as I can’t go out because don’t want to spread my cold to all who will be there. <3
Lissette Amos
December 17, 2024, 8:36 pm
Thank you Mary, for encouraging me to join St Bonaventure School as a Bookkeeper/HR, if it wasn’t for you I will not be part of St Bonaventure Church/School. I am very grateful and appreciate! You will be miss, may you rest in peace…
God Bless, Lissette Amos