Barbara Arnoldo
May 12, 1927 ~ November 3, 2016
South Portland Barbara Arnoldo, 89, passed away at her home, Thursday, November 3, 2016. Barbara was born in Bristol, Rhode Island, May 12, 1927. She was the youngest daughter of Portuguese immigrants Joaquim and Maria Rodrigues. She married John H. Arnoldo, Sr. in 1946, in Bristol, Rhode Island, and they moved to South Portland, Maine, in 1951. They raised three children together. Her husband, John, predeceased her in 1984. Barbara was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ and volunteered extensively to the Catholic Church both for the Diocese of Portland and her local parish, St. John the Evangelist. Some of her many contributions included Parish Council, Church Life Commission, Spirituality Commission, Eucharistic Minister, Lector, Choir member (alto), RCIA, Pre-Cana, Ecumenical Activities with other area churches, fund raising including running Beano, assisting the Diocesan Tribunal with depositions, and as an affiliate of the Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (The Good Shepard Sisters). She also volunteered for the community as a board member for VNA Home Health Care and as a patient ombudsman at St. Josephs Manor. Barbara was passionate about her faith in Jesus and remained faithful to her final moment. Barbara is survived by her daughter, Barbara Ann Arnoldo; her son John Arnoldo, Jr. and his partner Ron Zeiler; and her youngest son Thomas Arnoldo, his wife Christine and their twin sons Matthew and Andrew. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00AM, Thursday, November 10, 2016, at Holy Cross Church , 124 Cottage Road, South Portland. Burial will follow at New Calvary Cemetery, South Portland. Afterwards, family and friends are invited to a reception until 3:00PM at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, 150 Black Point Road, Scarborough. Arrangements are by Conroy-Tully Walker South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. To view Barbaras memorial page or share an online condolence please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor to a charity of your choice.
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Dearest Barbara, My heart goes out to you at this difficult time in your life….She was beautiful mother who cherished her children…..You were Blessed to have the relationship of a near perfect mother, here on earth…My love to you and your brothers.Cynthia McGarry
– Cynthia McGarry
Dear Barbara,We are saddened to learn of your Mom’s passing, and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. She was such a lovely woman, and we always had so much fun when we were together. You and your Mother were extremely close, and we hope that all of your wonderful memories and experiences with her will help you through this difficult time.With Sympathy,Deborah and John Ackermanc
– Deborah and John Ackerman
Barbara Ann, John & Tom,Please accept my deepest sympathy on your mother’s passing. I remember her as a lovely person and hope that your wonderful memories can bring you much comfort.Kerry
– Kerry Norton
Dear Barbara Ann,John & Tom — There are no words that can fill the void you must feel at this time. Know that we are with you in prayer.IF THERE IS ANYTHING i CAN DO CALL! That’s a day or night offer. Kit
– Tom & Kit Schofield
Dear Barbara Ann, John and Tom, I regret that I will not be able to con-celebrate at Your Mom’s Funeral Mass, I am in Florida. Your Mom was a faith-filled woman, full of life and always ready to help. I will celebrate Mass for her intentions. May God be good to her. Prayerfully, Fr. Paul
– Fr. Paul Coughlin
Barbara was such a good soul. She was my mother’s best friend. I still remember the beautiful Ava Maria that she sang at my mother’s Mass. She was unselfish and kind. May her memory always be a Blessing. God rest her soul.
– Linda Hayworth Brenner
Our condolences to you and your family. We were not aware of Aunt Barbara’s passing. My dad, Albino , has been ill, and his sister, Maria dos Anjos recently passed away. I am sorry that we did not contact you sooner. Would you please contact me so we can stay in touch? I do not have any contact information for you. Albino Faria Jr. alfaria000@gmail.com
– Al Faria
Dear Barbara Ann, John, Ron, Tom, Chris, Matthew and Andrew:We are thinking of you all at this somber time and sending along our love and support. We will always remember Aunt Barbara’s warmth and generous spirit. May God fill you with His Peace, Comfort and Love.
– Richard and Diane Degrandpre
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I send my heartfelt sympathy.
– Kathy Potrepka
Our deepest sympathy in your time of grief.
– Beth and Scott Ewing