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Barbara Ann Griego Arnold

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Arnold, Barbara Ann Griego in New Mexico, daughter of Roy and Maria Griego (both Deceased). "Bobby," a native of Albuquerque, earned her undergraduate degree at the College of Mount St. Joseph, Cincinnati, Ohio. In Chicago, she met and married fellow elementary schoolteacher Angelo Arnold. Barbara earned a Master's degree at the Erikson Institute and later instructed there. She was a dedicated teacher for many years at Arnold Mireles Academy in South Chicago. Bobby and Angelo were blessed with 35 years of marriage and three loving daughters: Angela (Matt Reed) Arnold, Maria, and Christina. Barbara is also survived by sisters, Margaret (Carl) Hime, Judy (James) Contino, and Elizabeth (Lloyd) Powell; and brothers, Michael, Robert (Rachel), and Anthony (Vivian); as well as a large extended family. She will be remembered and missed for her laughter, sense of humor, and love of life. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 22nd, at St. Michael's Church, 8237 South Shore Drive, Chicago. Memorials may be made to the family to benefit Mireles Academy, or made to an organization of your choosing.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 15, 2006.

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Sherry Okonmah

August 11, 2006

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Ragina Bunton

July 21, 2006

Dear Angela and Matt,



We were shocked at the news about your mother. Our hearts go out to you and your family. I remember how I enjoyed talking to her at the bridal shower, the rehearsal dinner and the wedding. I probably had seen her at concerts but didn’t get to know her until the wedding. Her warm personality made me feel as though I had known her a long time. We talked about what a blessing it was that the two of you were so right for each other. She seemed so very happy and proud. Thank God you have beautiful memories. I am so sorry we won’t be able to attend the memorial service. I promised to sing at the memorial service of Virginia Turner, Beverly Blackwood’s sister, at 11 a.m. on the same Saturday. Also, you might have heard, Irving is recovering from a mild heart attack. Thank God he is improving each day. We pray God will comfort and strengthen you and your dear family at this time and going forward. Sincerely, Irving and Ragina Bunton

Linda Francis

July 20, 2006

I have been told that the loss never gets better, however we get better at handling the loss.



Please know that I understand and will be available to you when you are ready.



My prayers are with you.

Sunday Francis

July 19, 2006

I am truly and deeply sorry for your lost. I know that no words can make this better or easier, but my thoughts and those of my family are with you and yours.

Mary Atkinson

July 19, 2006

Dear Angela, Matt, and family,



I hardly know what to say at the news of your mom's sudden and tragic passing. Please know that my thougts and prayers will be with you as you face the difficult days ahead. I am so glad that you have such wonderful memories of your mother and I know that I am not alone in wishing I had known her better.



God's peace to you,

Mary Atkinson

Beverly Biggs

July 19, 2006

Dear Angelo, Angela, Maria and Christina,



I had heard of your mother's untimely death from Yolanda Scheunemann. I am so sorry that you have all suffered this tragic loss. Your mother was much loved by many, many friends and all of you will be remembered in our prayers.

Grace Morgan

July 19, 2006

My deepest Sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your loved one. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Barbara&Sheila, JRL/Serials Acquistions

July 19, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Susan Shapiro

July 19, 2006

Dear Angela, Maria and family,



I am so sorry for your loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.



Fondly, Susan Shapiro

Valerie Nicholson

July 18, 2006

Dear Angela and family,



My thoughts are with you at this emotional time. I've missed chatting with you in Regenstein and hope that you are well.



Valerie Nicholson

Deborah Gillaspie

July 18, 2006

Dear Angelo, Angela, Maria, Christina, Judy, and everyone in the family we met at Angela's wedding last year:



How happy Barbara was at Angela and Matt's wedding, and how proud and beautiful you all were! She was radiant that day, our image of her forever -- may the photos of her joy lighten your grief.



Much love,

Deborah Gillaspie & Fred Sturm

Helen Woods

July 16, 2006

To the Family of Barbara Ann Grieg Arnold.

I knew Barbara as a beautiful person and a dedicated teacher. Her radiant smile and joyful spirit were evidence that the peace of God was upon her life. May His love and the love that she shared with you continue to give you comfort and strength.

Kathy Riley

July 15, 2006

Dear Mr. Arnold and Family,

It is difficult to express my sadness. Barbara was truly a wonderful and genuinely nice person. I enjoyed working with her at Mireles. She will be truly missed by all of us. Thank you and your family for sharing her with us. May God continue to bless you and your family.

Sincerely,

Kathy P. Riley

2nd Grade Teacher at Mireles Academy

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