Arnie Onstott
January 21, 2008
Arnold "Arnie" Onstott, 59 of Mount Vernon, died Monday January 21, 2008, in the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics from complications of a stroke. Celebration of life open house will be Friday, January 25, 2008, 4:00 until 7:00 p.m., at Morgan Funeral and Cremation Choices, Mount Vernon Chapel. Private burial in Mount Vernon Memorial Cemetery. Arnie is survived by his wife of thirty-eight years, Ricki, two daughters: Shayne Onstott (AND SPECIAL FRIEND BRYAN ACHENBACH AND HIS CHILDREN) of Mechanicsville; Shelby and husband Devin and their daughter Grace Dakota Sproston of Andersen AFB, Guam. Other surviving family members are: his brother Elvin of Stanwood, his children Danielle and Robert Onstott and their families; his late brother Glenn's wife Cindy Onstott of Iberia, Missouri, their children Greg Onstott, Debbie Bond, Kevin Onstott, and J.R. Onstott and their families; his late sister Ellen Melsha's children Julie Staskal and Clifford Melsha and their families. Also surviving are his mother-in-law Burnice Franks, sister-in-law Ann Clark, brother-in-law Chuck Franks, and extended family Deanna Gray and her family. Arnie was preceded in death by his parents. He was born June 24, 1948, the son of Alvin and Charlotte Akers Onstott in Princeton, Minnesota. Arnie moved with his family to Mount Vernon where he graduated from Mount Vernon High School in 1966. Arnie married the love of his life Ricki Franks twice. He worked twelve years with his father at the family Phillips 66 gas station in Mount Vernon, seventeen years at H. P. Smith (Rexham Release) ending his career as a purchasing and inventory control agent, retiring from Linn Coop Oil Company of Marion where he worked for nine years as an LP driver. Arnie served in the Army Reserves. Arnie volunteered on the Mount Vernon Fire Department. He coached his daughter Shayne's ASA softball team for six years, and strongly supported both daughter's individual activities and interests. Arnie was an avid bowler, loved horses and riding, was a St Louis Cardinals baseball fan and a Minnesota Vikings football fan. Arnie loved to travel with Ricki. Spending time with his family and extended family was the thing Arnie enoyed the most. A memorial fund in Arnie's honor has been established. On-line condolences: www.morganfuneralchoices.com
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Ricky, Shelby, Shayne, Elvie and families, We were so sorry to hear about Arnie’s passing. He was a wonderful person and will be missed dearly. One of my memories of Arnie was when he retired. It was at the bowling alley on a Thursday night. He told us how he loved his ‘new job’. Our thoughts are with your entire family.
Dear Onstott family, Although I only met Arnie briefly, you, and he touched my life. We had a nice Christmas get together at your home. You were all so kind and friendly. Arnie really made everyone feel at home. Glad to see you, Ricky, and Arnie at the Stompers in Lisbon. I didn’t speak to you but you were in my thoughts and prayers. Thinking of you often, with fondness. God Bless you and your family. Christene Midyettp
Ricki, I was so sorry to hear of Arnie’s passing. Trust in your faith. God will see you and your family through this difficult time. My prayers are with you and your daughters.
Onstott Family I’m very sorry to read about the passing of your father. I can only imagine how difficult this time may be for you all. My prayers are with you all.
Ricki, Shelby, Shayne – Loosing a family member is not easy. As time passes and we assimilate the loss into your lives, it gets easier but the memories never go away. One thing I will miss most is the big hug I would get everytime I came home to visit.
Devin, Shelby and Grace, Our sincere condolences on the loss of Shelby’s father. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Ron, Kim, Beth, Ben and Maddie Knapp
Dear Ricki and girls, What a shock! And oh how I know how you are feeling now and the hurt you are going thru with such a broken heart. Arnie was such a love, so good to people and so caring. And what a tease he was….I remember his as a little guy when his Dad had the station. I have always had a soft spot in my heart for Arnie….he was one of a kind. I feel so lucky to have known him and had him in my life….the good times we had at Fisher’s and all of the fun and laughs we have shared. Another special person gone out of my life, but we know he is with so many of his family and another special angel in God’s home. I know you have so many special memories of him, always hold those close and they will help you get thru the tough times. Know that you are in our special thoughts and prayers….stay close to each other. With our most sincere sympathy, Annamae & Ed
As one of his bowling buddies-I wish his family my sincere condolences…He was the best of Gentlemen!!
Ricki, I am so sorry for your loss! I just read about Arnie. He will be very much missed, what an awesome fella he was! What a great couple you two were. I always enjoyed visiting with you two. Sincerely, Deb
I just wanted to give Arnie’s family my condolences. So sorry to hear another old friend passed away. We had a lot of good times in high school. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless