Darrel Arnold

Darrel D. Arnold, 93, of Decatur passed away Friday, Aug. 18, 2023, at Adams Woodcrest in Decatur. He was born March 27, 1930, in Adams County to Floyd and Lela (Schlickman) Arnold. He was married Nov. 17, 1951, at Salem United Church of Christ in Magley to Joyce M. Fruechte.
He was a member of Salem Magley Church, where he served the Lord by holding many church offices. He was also a member of the Preble Volunteer Fire Department, the Decatur Moose #1311 and the American Legion Post #43. He served for many years on the board of directors for Decatur Bank and Trust. He was the Adams County Legacy in Agriculture Award winner in 2022. He was a member of the last graduating class of 1949 at Kirkland School where he was a star basketball player.
He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from June 5, 1952, until June 4, 1954, when he was honorably discharged. He was the owner and manager of Peterson Grain, Inc. since 1966 and also farmed along with his son, grandsons and great-grandsons.
He is survived by his son, Dean (Lisa) Arnold of Decatur; two grandsons, Josh (Chrissy) Arnold; and Seth Arnold, both of Decatur; four great-grandchildren, Kendall, Kaidenn, Addison and Autumn Arnold; two step grandchildren; and four step great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife on Dec. 27, 2022; daughter, Shari Arnold; and two brothers, Harold Arnold; and Jim Arnold.
Visitation will be Wednesday, Aug. 23 from 2-5 and 6-8 p.m. at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home in Decatur and one hour prior to the 11 a.m. funeral service Thursday, Aug. 24 at Salem Magley Church. Officiating will be Pastor Christopher Hirschy. Burial will be at Salem Cemetery Magley.
Military graveside services will be held by American Legion Color Guard Post #43.
Memorials may be made to Salem Magley Church or to the Parkinson’s Foundation.
Arrangements provided by Zwick & Jahn Funeral Homes in Decatur. To sign the online guest book, visit www.zwickjahn.com.