Douglas S. Arnold
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Douglas Stephenson Arnold, age 80 of Rochester, NY, born September 4, 1942 in Warren, Pennsylvania, passed away on June 25, 2023 after a battle with cancer. He is survived by his children Douglas S. Arnold Jr (Dawn); Richard D. Arnold (Amy); Christine M. LeVey (Dean) and grandchildren Samantha M. Cheek (Jeffrey), Timothy J. Arnold, Melissa B. Regnet (Aaron), Jordan D. Arnold, sister in-law Lisa A. Arnold and several great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents Richard D. and Marjorie Raths Arnold, brother Robert E. Arnold, first wife Nanci Nichols Arnold, and wife Nancy McKee Arnold. Doug grew up in Warren, Pennsylvania and was a1960 graduate of Warren High School, Eagle Scout, and Scoutmaster of Boy Scouts Troop 9 Warren, PA. Doug worked hard to support his family while attending night school to continue his education, graduating from RIT in 1974 with a degree in Business Supervision and later helped found Boy Scouts Troop 330 in Hilton NY. He retired as Business Unit Manager of Graphic Services after 28 years of service from Eastman Kodak Rochester, NY in 1991. He owned and operated The Birdsall Inn from 1992 – 2007 and made many friends along the way. Doug moved back to Warren in 2008 to support his Mother in her later years. He was a Member of the Eagles, Elks, Moose, Legion and the Chautauqua Lake Fishing Association. Doug was the "Communication Guy" and a member of the WHS Class of 1960 Alumni Lunch Bunch. Doug’s generosity and outgoing personality will be missed by many. Doug’s visitation will be held Thursday, July 6th 4:30 PM -7:30 PM at Vay-Schleich & Meeson 1075 Long Pond Road. In memory of Doug, memorial donations can be made to the Aurora House.
I was lucky enough to have know Doug from Eastman Kodak. Although we no longer saw each other I have fond memories.
Thoughts and prayers for the family. Jean
Doug held our high school class in special affection. As our "communications guy," he kept us connected about class get-togethers, the deaths of classmates and related events. In a high school play, Doug played the star athlete boyfriend. I played the wimpy nerdy boyfriend. In the play, I was to punch Doug. We rehearsed a near-miss punch. On opening night, either he or I got too enthusiastic. I actually hit him, knocking him down. I was scared that he would maul me after the play ended. Instead, we joked about this for more than 60 years. I and other classmates will miss Doug’s friendship. Rest in peace, Doug. Welcome home.
My wife Mary and I extends our deepest sympathy to you in your loss. Doug was a great neighbor to us for many years. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ralph & Mary Culp
Doug and his mother Marge have a special place in my heart and always will. Rest in peace, Doug.
Worked on computers for Doug in the printing Div at Kodak, fished Lake Ontario and Canada with him, snowmobiled Hanlin, Hilton, Kendsll and Brockport and was his pool partner at the Homestead Inn in Hamlin many nights. They were great days I have never forgotten. RIP Doug
Deepest sympathy and condolences to the Arnold family. May your happy memories of him help to comfort you during this time. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Sue Korn and Greg Morrison
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I am so sorry to read of Doug’s passing. Doug & my husband, Richard worked together for many years. Rest in peace Doug. My deepest sympathy to the family. JoAnn Carey
TO THE ARNOLD FAMILY! MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES! DOUG WAS SUCH A GREAT FRIEND AND BOSS TO ME! MY BOSS AT BIRDSALL INN HE WAS SO MUCH FUN AND FULL OF LIFE I WILL KEEP HIM CLOSE IN MY HEART FOREVER HE GOT ME THROUGH SOME TOUGH TIMES AND ALWAYS PUT A SMILE ON MY FACE HE INTRODUCED ME TO SOME GREAT PEOPLE FROM BIRDSALL AND HIS FAMILY WAS A JOY TO WORK WITH EVERY SHRIMP RAFFLE EVERY YEAR NANCY ALWAYS WAS A GREAT FRIEND ALSO! I PRAY FOR THE FAMILIES LOST OF A GREAT MAN! LOVE POUNDER!
Mr. Arnold….as I called him back then …was one of my Scoutmasters in Troop 330 in Hilton….good times they were….RIP sir…..
Doug and I go way back. We were neighbors in Hilton for many years. We did a lot together. Fishing in Canada on the Redue River, road rallies with our sportscars, drinking at the bars. I am glad I got to see him while he was staying with his son.
My condolences to Doug and his family. We enjoed many golf trips to Pennsylvania with Doug and several other guys. Also worked with Doug at Kodak
Dennis Morgan
Douglas Paul says,doug and I were great friends for 12 years,he had lots of stories and we had good conversations.Doug was easy to become a friend because he enjoyed people.if I needed a certain bolt or screw he had it,he loved birds and knew the names he also liked fishing and working on his boat!!he would watch golf for hours. I am glad he moved home with his daughter ,it was time