Arnold Longnecker

Arnold Eugene Longnecker, son of Curtis and Sally (LaLond) Longnecker, was born August 15, 1925 in Correll, Minnesota. He grew up in Appleton and began his schooling, later graduating from Appleton High School. While attending school, Arnold was an avid athlete and participated in football, basketball and baseball. Following his schooling, he began farming in the Appleton area. On August 26, 1948, he was united in marriage to Marlys Koosman at St. John's Lutheran Church in Holloway. From this union five children were born. The couple farmed together until they sold the farm in 1974, when they moved to Appleton. After moving to Appleton, Arnold owned and operated his own snow plowing business and also continued to work for area farmers. He later retired and continued to live in the Appleton area until the time of his death.



Arnold was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Appleton. He was also a member of the Ridgerunner's Snowmobile Club and the Appleton Sportsman's Club. Arnie loved to visit with everyone. When he had his stroke his family missed his voice and his many stories. He enjoyed fishing and deer hunting. Arnie shot a 15 point buck that was listed in Boone and Crocket records. He was also a wonderful dancer and enjoyed dancing with Marlys. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family.



Arnold died on Saturday, December 2, 2006 at the Appleton Nursing Home in Appleton, MN, having lived to reach the age of 81 years.



He is survived by his wife: Marlys Longnecker of Appleton; three sons: Doug Longnecker of St. Cloud, Dean (Anita) Longnecker of Morris and Rick Longnecker of Appleton; two daughters: Lin LaLond of Shakopee and Debbie (David) Henneberg of Appleton; 12 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister: Avis; two infant brothers and daughters-in-law: Cheryl Longnecker and Michelle Lewis.



Pallbearers for the service are Isaiah Longnecker, Joshua Longnecker, Chad Henneberg, Eric Burggraff, Jessica Hanson and Ashlie Longnecker. Honorary pallbearers are Arnold's grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Brittney Longnecker, Morgan Gill, Eric Gill, Erin Burggraff, Colin Burggraff, Jackie and Bhom Phetchanto, Rachel Longnecker, Owen Longnecker, Stacy Longnecker, Melissa Longnecker, BreeAnn Longnecker, Brennen Longnecker and Kayla Henneberg. Pati Arnold will serve as organist for the service with Tim Bakken serving as soloist. Pedersen Funeral Home in Morris is in charge of the arrangements.