Leander Arnold Obituary
The world bids farewell to Leander Arnold of Fairview, North Carolina, born in Asheville, North Carolina, departing on January 18, 2026 at the age of 64. Leander leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Leander Arnold to show support.
Though Leander may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Leander touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
He is survived by: his close friend Mandi Bates; his daughter Alison Arnold (Preston); his stepchildren, Rebekah Blackwell (Patrick) and Jesse Blackwell; his grandchildren, Carter Sharpe and Maverick Reagan; his sister Debbie Arnold (Mark Kirkpatrick); and his nieces and nephews, Laurie Harris (Morgan), Jeremiah Mondello (Crickett), Harvest Mondello (Kristen) and Sarah Mondello.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Asheville Humane Society, 14 Forever Friend Lane, Asheville, NC 28806 or online at ashevillehumane.org.
