Geneva Arnold

1942 ~ 2024

Date of death: November 29, 2024

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In profound sadness, the staff of Veasley Funeral Home & Cremations, Inc. want to express our sincere condolences to the Arnold family. Geneva's earthly temple is now resting in the care of Veasley Funeral Home. Revelations 21:4 says, "And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death; nor sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain, for the former things are passed away." Be assured that in the days ahead you will surely gain strength from the memories of Geneva Arnold.

Sincerely,

Derrick Veasley ~ Director

Henry Veasley ~ Director

Pastor E.C. Maltbia ~ Chaplain

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Geneva Tennessee Hill Arnold was born on December 26, 1942, in Plummerville, Arkansas, the third child to Troy and Olivia Hill. She attended Menifee High School where she met her high school sweetheart and later husband, Lynndyal Warfield Arnold. Together they moved from Arkansas to Seattle and finally Chicago where she began her healthcare career. Their bond brought forth three daughters and a host of grandchildren. Geneva accepted Christ at a young age, anchoring her life in faith and service. Her steadfast commitment to God and family was evident in every aspect of her journey. A dedicated servant of the Lord, she actively participated in the ministries of Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church (Arkansas) Liberty Baptist Church, and Apostolic Church of God (Illinois). Her love for music radiated brightly as she sang in choirs. Geneva's life was marked by unwavering dedication to her family. Together her and her husband invested in their first ice cream truck and became staples in the community volunteering at the head Start program and advocating with Operation Breadbasket and local leaders like Jesse Jackson. Geneva organized neighbors to prepare weekly meals and social activities for the seniors in her building serving as a floor captain, and especially delighted everyone with her famous peach cobbler. She cherished her family and found immense joy in her children’s lives.Geneva’s legacy is deeply rooted in the love she shared as a mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. She cherished her family above all else, finding immense joy in the lives of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. After retiring, she fulfilled her dream of returning to Arkansas where she became a homeowner.

Geneva's memory lives on in the hearts of her children: Barbara Lynn Arnold-Thompson (Gerald), Denise Arnold Austin (Armell), and Lenise Arnold. She is lovingly remembered by her grandchildren: Andrea Monique Thompson, Wesley D. Houseton (preceded in death), Malikah G. Thompson, Bobbi C. Thompson, and Gerbara Thompson, Syida L. Horace as well as her great-grandchildren: Aric Jeremiah Armstrong, Jermaine Wade Harris, Laila Amya Green and Ishmael Elijah Sharp. She is survived by six sisters: Hiji Mae Birth of Gary, Indiana; Mary Louise Coleman (Carree) of Arkansas; Levaughn Doyne of Arkansas; Peggy Hill of Arkansas; Tracy Thomas (Randy) of Texas; and five brothers: Troy Hill of Gary, Indiana; Hickey Hill (Joanne) of Arkansas; and Grant Hill (Earlene) of Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her sister Freddie Lee Taylor, and her brothers Joe Hill and Floyd Hill.

Celebration of life graveside service will be held Friday, December 6, 2024, 11:00am at Owens Cemetery, 138 Jenkins Rd., Morrilton, Arkansas.

Committal service and final resting place will be held at Owens Cemetery, Morrilton, Arkansas.