Marsha Joy Arnold

Marsha Joy Arnold, (nee Hasson), 70, wife and high school sweetheart of Martin Arnold, died surrounded by family and friends by her hospital bedside Nov. 4, 2014 in Venice, Florida. While Marsha was a noted sculpture, dog and pet bird lover, her real love was for her husband Martin, her two boys Jay and Andrew, their wives Nancy and Maria, sisters Linda Steele, husband Pat, and Judy Kierstein, husband Rob, Seattle; her six grandchildren Jack, Sam and Max, Orange, CT; and Brianna, Max and Makayla, Milford, CT. Marsha and Martin had 49 wonderful married years together. They met at a Jewish mixer in 1958 when she was only 14 and Martin was 16. In 2013 the Arnolds relocated from Trumbull to Venice where, under her direction, planning and interior design they built their dream home on Venice Island. Although she was only in Venice for a year she made many friends through Newcomers, neighbors and dog walking. She also leaves many friends in Connecticut and Seattle. Marsha grew up in Seattle, graduated from Franklin High School, attended the University of Washington eventually earning a BA in General Studies from the University of Connecticut. Upon being married March 20, 1965, she and Martin first moved to Coeur d'Alene, ID; then to Kennewick, WA; Aberdeen, WA; Norwalk CT; Trumbull, CT and onto Venice. She was born Jan. 11, 1944. Her parents and her loving older sister Madeleine pre-deceased her. A private service was held in Venice and a remembrance service is planned for Connecticut. The family suggests contributions to the Humane Society. The family thanks the staff at Venice Regional Hospital for their kindness and support. A special thank you to Dr. Barber and Nurse Karen who were Marsha's special angels.