Arnold Bielema Obituary
The family announces the passing of Arnold Bielema of Prophetstown, Illinois on October 25, 2026. Arnold, born on June 24, 1938, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Arnold Bielema or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard Arnold and Henrietta Bielema, Sr. (Hook); his wife Marilyn L. Morse; his daughter Betsy Lynn Bielema; and his siblings, Ruth Ellen Bielema, Rena Newman and Richard "Rich" Arnold Bielema, Jr..
He is survived by: his children, Brandi Cooper (Shannon) of Lyndon, IL, Bart Bielema (Kris) of Lyndon, IL, Barry Bielema of Morrison, IL and Bret Bielema (Jen) of Champaign, IL; his grandchildren, Christian Casas (Diego), Garrett Cooper, Schuyler Bielema, Hanna Bielema, Griffen Bielema, Brook Bielema, Lauren Bielema, Bella Bielema and Brexli Bielema; and his siblings, Mary Lou Huitink (Gary) of Arkansas, Vernon Bielema (Joyce Augustus) of Prophetstown, IL and John Bielema (Jeanette) of Hooppole, IL..
Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 1st 2026 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home (320 Lafayette St, Prophetstown, IL 61277). A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 2nd 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Leon United Methodist Church (17173 Lomax Rd, Prophetstown, IL 61277).
