David "Dave" George Arnold
May 11, 1940 – January 12, 2025
David "Dave" George Arnold, 84, of Riverton, Wyoming, passed away on January 12, 2025, at Sage West Hospital in Riverton. Honoring his wishes, cremation has taken place, and no formal services will be held.
Dave was born on May 11, 1940, to George Hanford Arnold and Gladys Rose (Christenson) Arnold. He grew up in Southwick, Massachusetts, where he attended local schools. After school, Dave enlisted in the United States Army, serving stateside during the Vietnam War, and was honorably discharged.
On July 26, 1990, Dave married the love of his life, Donna Lee Rabideau, in Lexington, Nebraska. The couple shared over 34 wonderful years together.
Dave worked as a heavy equipment mechanic for most of his life. In 2012, he and his wife made Riverton their permanent home, a decision inspired by their love for the area after a memorable vacation in 2007. Dave had also lived in Riverton previously. He found great joy and pride in maintaining his yard.
Dave is survived by his beloved wife, Donna; his sons, Jim (Lisa) Arnold of Riverton, Bill (Brenda) Arnold of Worthington, Mass., and David Arnold, Jr. of Westfield, Mass.; daughters, Brenda (Randy) Lynn of Riverton, and Laura (Ted) Lavallee of Palmer, Mass.; sister, Sharon Lamoureaux of Largo, Florida; and sisters-in-law, Sandra (Jack) Rosen of Wareham, Mass. and Nancy Rabideau of Westwood, Mass. He was also blessed with seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Gladys Arnold; his sister, Joan Blood; and Donna’s daughter, Lisa Squires.
Online condolences for Dave's family may be left at TheDavisFuneralHome.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Davis Funeral Home, Crematory, and Monuments.