"Dear Pat, My condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. I was sad to hear of Arny's passing. I have fond memo of laughter and friendship throughout our household. Thoughts and prayers."
In loving memory of
Arnold 'Arny' T. Blaesing
January 14, 1935 - January 28, 2017
ARNOLD 'ARNY' BLAESING
MUSCATINE, Iowa - Arnold T. 'Arny' Blaesing, 82, of Muscatine, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2017, at Lutheran Living.
Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 1, 2017, at the Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home. A time of food and fellowship will be held at Gannon Hall, 215 West Eighth Street, following the funeral service. Burial will take place in Greenwood Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be from 9:30 until 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 1, 2017, at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Ss. Mary & Mathias Parish or the Diabetes Foundation. Online condolences: www.wittichfuneralhome.com.
Arny was born on January 14, 1935, the son of Edward and Clara Fuhlman Blaesing. He married Patricia Sander on July 15, 1956, at St. Mary Church in Muscatine.
He was a veteran of the US Marine Corp serving for three years.
He was a mason contractor and owned and operated for 53 years Arnold Blaesing Mason and Cement Contractor, a business he took over from his dad, Ed Blaesing. He enjoyed bowling, and spending time with his family including his grandson and great-grandson. He will be missed by his fishing and good buddy, 'Two Dollar', Larry Brossart. The family would also like to give special thanks to Mike Kleist, Traci Meade, and the many friends who remembered Arny.
Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Patricia Blaesing of Muscatine; one son, Tracy A. Blaesing and Traci Meade of Muscatine; one grandson, Jared Blaesing and wife, Tammie; one great-grandson, Greyson Blaesing; and one sister, Rosemary Bermel and husband, Albert.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Marcella Cirivello, Bernice Angell, and Arlene Bermel; and one brother, Gerald Blaesing.
Tributes
"So sorry for your loss Pat. You and youre family are in my prayers. Remember seeing you and arnie at riverside casino. If need anything dont hesitate to ask. Take care and god bless. "
"Dear Pat, so sorry about your losing Arnie. He was in our wedding over 62 years ago. Always remember he had a smile and was always looking for fun. You were a great caregiver to him. Sorry we can't be there in person for visitation and funeral. Harry and Marilyn McKee"
"Arny was always a joy to talk with! So sorry to learn of your loss Pat! Jan Crooks"
"Pat and family so very sorry to learn of Arny's passing. Hoping I can speak for the Class of 1952 at both MHS and MCHS when I say Arny will be missed at our 65th year reunion this coming August. He always had a smile and cheery hello for me when I saw him which wasn't often but he always remembered who I was. My thoughts and prayers are with you and pray God lifts the saddness from your hearts. "
"So very sorry for the loss of Arny. He was such a nice person and always fun to talk with and always a smile on his face. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers are with you all! "
"so sorry to hear about arny....loved him as a boss...loved him as a person.....the best people a person could know....r.i.p.....p.s. its ok to call god honey too"
"I remember all the good times as a young boy in the 8th Street & Broadway neighborhood. Arny was one of my heroes growing up. I remember when Patty stole his heart & he loved her every since then. He will be missed. Nice guy sums it up."
"Patty, Tracy and family, We were so saddened to hear of Arny's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with each of you as you go through this most difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort and your faith give you peace. One day you will all be together once again. W\ We remember all the fun times when the 4 of us were young and just dating. OH MY----how very long ago. We wish we could be in Muscatine for the visitation and service. Ron's medical issues keep us from coming. Our love surrounds you today and in the future. Ron and Kathy (Barry) Marshall "