Arnold Manuel Hidalgo, 77, was born on December 2, 1942 in Phoenix, Arizona and unexpectedly passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 in Phoenix, Arizona. Arnold served in the United States Army. He married the love of his life Rachel (Tellez) on October 29, 1961.
Arnold is survived by his wife Rachel, his daughters, Susan (Larry) Crain, Corrina (Johnny) Hernandez, Anita (David M.) Hidalgo, son Arnold Manuel (Jennifer) Hidalgo Jr., 21 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father Ramon Hidalgo, mother Alice Lopez, maternal grandmother Anita Lopez, and grandson Arnold Manuel Hidalgo lll.
Arnold will be missed, not only by his family but also by all the lives he touched and the many that moved his. Throughout his career as a delivery driver and city bus driver, he crossed many lives that he inspired. During retirement he worked for the Cartwright School District, he would come home and tell the family of how he just loved talking to the students, encouraging them to stay in school and giving them advice. He also worked for Walmart and loved to greet people. Arnold was compassionate, good natured, generous and will be remember by many as Mr. H. He was the light of many parties, always telling jokes and making everyone laugh. One of Arnold’s hobbies was he loved to have Barbecue’s and drink a couple of beers.
Friends and friends are invited to a viewing being held on Thursday, July 16, 2020 from 6-9 PM at West Resthaven Funeral Home, 6450 W Northern Ave, Glendale, AZ.
Due to COVID 19 restrictions, funeral services will be private. He will be laid to rest at Resthaven Park Cemetery.
Please be advised that due to COVID 19, social distancing and masks are required.
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