Viola C. Arnold

Viola C. Arnold, 104, passed peacefully on November 19th, 2023. She was born on February 23rd, 1919 to parents Harry and Ida Rode on the family farm in Franklin Township. Viola married Harold M. Arnold on March 9th, 1946 at St. John Lutheran Church, and they were dedicated members of the congregation.
Together they had two children, and as a family they enjoyed their trips up to the North Woods and Great Lakes. Viola spent many hours crocheting, quilting, cooking, and hosting family gatherings. Her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were the light of her life. She attributed her long life to her steadfast faith in God.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Harold M. Arnold, daughter, Janet (Arnold, Lucas) Sparks, four brothers, and one sister. She is survived by her son, John Arnold and wife Vikki Arnold; grandchildren, Jeffrey Lucas, Eric Arnold and wife Wendy Arnold, Julie Lucas, and Jennifer Carter and husband Brandon Carter; great-grandsons, Avery Johnson, Briggs Carter, Eli Johnson, and Bode Carter. Viola will be greatly missed by all.
Services will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, November 24, 2023 at St. John Lutheran Church located at 6630 Southeastern Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46203. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until the time of service at the church. Burial will follow at St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Viola’s name to the St. John Lutheran Church, 6630 Southeastern Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46203.

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