So sad that you are no longer here.  You were so much fun to get to know in Acting class.  Rest in Peace ...

We never got to go to Captain Chris' together, but we did share a passion for seafood!  You are so missed already!

Arnell,   
 You are a beautiful flower plucked too soon. But God knows best, as your friend, I will miss your cooking and laughter at your grandmother's house  and your friendship. You will truly be missed.  Renita

Arnell,  I'm going to miss our talks.  Thank you for your friendship and your love. We were making plans for our Ride to 55 Celebration. I  wish we had more time.

Love you my HPCA87 classmate, reunion committee president, and  dear friend.

I first met Arnell as a Co-worker over 25 years ago, but she quickly became a friend to me & everyone she met !!  
Condonlences to Arnell’s family & All of her beloved friends.. 
Praying that God will bring comfort during this difficult time.
We were all blessed to know her & we will always remember her laughter & spirit !

Nell,

Your absence has left a hole in my heart. It’s a blessing that we’ve been besties for so many years. We met freshman year (1987) at Aurora University and just clicked! The memories we’ve created and shared over the years are priceless. The laughs have been endless. It’s amazing that our calls have always been just one long continued conversation for 37 years. LOL! I will definitely miss our Sunday morning calls.

You never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory. Thank you, my dear friend, for so many great memories. I’ll miss you for now, until we meet again. Luv you, girl!
- KaSondra (Kash)

The rest of the Davis clan. Arnell’s sister- Mariel

She never missed an important milestone in her siblings and parents lives from Taia’s sweet sixteen party (above) to weddings, graduations, and birthdays.

Your conviction, dedication, and work ethic  earned you so much respect from colleagues, friends, and us.  You will forever be in our hearts and memories and remembered through your works and deeds. Rest now my daughter. We will carry on your works and ethic. You gave all you had and have earned your place with Him.

You were 100% the essence of your father- understanding, patient, forgiving, tolerant at times when many others wouldn’t be, and a strong love and support for family. Your laughter and positive spirit permeated every room you entered such that  it easily explains the numerous friends you maintained over the years. From all walks of life.

As a daughter you allowed us to guide and assist you with your life progress, share in resolving your challenges, celebrating your successes, and sharing in your dreams for your future. As the woman you became , it is easy to see the positive influence Sudie had in your life during your developmental years.  Your love for him was ever present from the first day we met over thirty years ago and remained throughout the years. It’s rare to see a parent and adult child ALWAYS  have a GREAT relationship throughout the years!

When your dad and I committed our love and life to each other , our children joined as one family - no “step” parents. You and I meshed so well together. You welcomed me with open arms  as your “ other mother” and you became another daughter of mine. As the eldest child in our family you became a sister, friend, confidante, and “life coach” to your  siblings long before the term became commonplace. You bridged the gap between your younger siblings and us “old folks” and made life better for us all.

Arnell,

I am sorry that I could not attend your “Going Away Celebration”...we know that you are with our almighty GOD now.  Please know that YOU our dear and beloved true sister...will be TRULY missed.  
We pray for the strength of your family during this painful time. You, my friend, gave meaning to the word...FRIEND. We always appreciate your kindness. We will always love you.

Pamela Terrell and Your Smoke In Family
2/15/2024

Gone to soon queen, but the angels has called for your next duty station.  You’ll be truly missed amongst family and friends.  We truly enjoyed for company and beautiful smile.  Our condolences and prayers to the family.  

Robert& Alison 
King Family

I will miss your calls for updates , your laughter on memories from each annual class picnic and of course your thinking smile when you’ve had a light bulb idea  when you ask what I think of the idea. It was an honor to work alongside you as an alumni committee member for the HPCA Class of ‘87.  Glad I had the opportunity to tell you that I Love You on our last call.
RIH My Beloved Friend, You Are Already Missed

My dear, sweet and loving friend and classmate; as a class we’re collectively struggling to comprehend your untimely passing. Personally I am devastated and hurting for myself, our class, your family and everyone that were blessed to know you and call you friend! There are no words or gestures that can express my love and appreciation for you. Because I know and believe in a perfect God that knows all and is in control of all I I have to trust him and know that even in this he is perfect! I will look to the hills for my comfort and help, comfort and peace with this. I will work hard to fill the void that you left with all of the fun, laughter, dedication, diligence beautiful smile and love you left behind. Rest well beloved Madam President.

I was always happy to see nell, she was so full of life. When she would come to town, she  would make sure she dropped by to the house. if I was having something at The Petesonian, she made sure she came . Believe me when I say, she would always kick the family function up to the next level 

Love you Cousin Pete

So glad that you and Ruben were able to come over to share some crabs!!!

My deepest condolences to the family of Arnell. She was a light upon entry of any room, her smile, laughter & jokes. I received a Marco Polo video on my birthday from her for the past few years, I'll cherish those. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Rest on SOTL you're truly missed

I met you as a stranger, you instantly became a friend and big Sister. You will be forever missed and I will continue to keep all your memories alive and make sure our birthday is extra special just like you, love you always Sis

Celebrating our 20th year high school reunion

My dear Arnell
No words can express the loss of you. You have supported me through so much, i have been truly blessed to have you in my life.
Family, my prayers go out to you as we mourn a special sister, daughter, auntie and friend to many.
Thank you for being there for my son and helping him to enjoy his time here, I will always cherish that.
Miss you much

Missing you much Arnell, I pray that you have reunited with Johnny and you two are making everyone in Heaven a Gator Fan.
Love YA

Arnell( Peanut butter)
I struggled to post anything because i had to face your gone, you have been such a large part mine and my son's life. I 'm so blessed to have made so many great memories with you, you were truly one of a kind.  I will forever miss your inviting smile, big personality and your loving energy, no one could light up a room like you could !!
Rest easy my dear until we meet again, Love you

Dear Arnell, 

You left great memories. There was never a day when I couldn't pick up the phone and ask for assistance or simply check in on how you were doing. It all seems unreal. You've been there for me several times. I'm glad I had the opportunity to get to know you. Here's to you. Cigars up!

I wish your family comfort and strength during this difficult period.

A message worth sharing from my Daughter .

To the Parents, Brothers & Sisters and the Entire Family of Friends & Loved Ones
In Loving Memory of Arnell Willis ..
There are no words that can express the depth of sorrow we feel for your loss.  Arnell’s  memory will forever remain in our hearts.
Respectfully Submitted,
The Godfather II Alumni

My little Sister or Peaches as I called her. Gonna miss you so much.

My Beautiful Daughter Arnell, born in Chicago 07/28/1969 at 6:33 AM.  It wasn't easy being a  young single  Mother raising a child alone . But God sent me  Alvin Gregory Boyd Sr. to help raise Arnell when she was  7 years old -  until she graduated from High School.  As a family, we attended Church regularly.  Proverbs 22:6 says "Train up a child in the way she should go : And when she is old, she will not depart from it." Through it all,  I have been there for my Daughter.  Only her Mother knew the pain my daughter suffered on the inside. In spite of the pain, she pushed beyond and became a Beautiful Woman full of Love for everyone.  For the last 30 on years HER  Birthday I would   CALL  her at 6:33 AM... NO more Birthday wishes just memories.  God Blessed Me with a Beautiful first born daughter who set high Standards for her Siblings. I Thank God for allowing me to have my Blessed Beautiful Daughter Arnell in my life for 54 years.  I will truly Miss my  Daughter who is a Blessing even though she no longer here with us.  My Daughter, friend, and Advisor - Rest until we meet Again.  LOVE YOU

My condolences to the family, Arnell was a dear friend and co-worker for over 25 years. So many stories and memories. My heart is broken for her family and friends. Vibrant, beautiful, life of the party queen has been taken to soon. I don't question why; I know it's painful but walk in faith and stay in prayer.

To the Parents and Family of Arnell Willis, It is My Prayers  that God Will Comfort You and Your Family During  this Saddening Time!.May He Richly Bless You  as You Grieve, Mourn, and May the Light of His Presence  be a Continual Source of Consolation. My Heart and Thoughts Goes Out to You All and God Bless!!! 
My Kind  with Love Regards, Keysha Hails!!

My Beautiful Nella, I’m Still at Lost for Words but what I do want to Say is that I’m So Blessed to Have Had You in My Lyfe.You Touched Sooooooo  Many Lives with Your Endurance Presence,Your Humorous  Jokes, Glowing Smile that Lights Up Every Room when You Step Through the Doors,and You Kept Everybody Lifted Up!. I Thank You for being My Friend First then You Became My Sis Friend and SOTLs!!!! You will be Truly Indeed Missed , Loved, and Remembered Forever, I Love You and Keep Sleeping Peacefully with God and the Angels, I Love You!!!

Sis, because that’s who you are to me! I will never forget the moment we met in 1983 and you said we’re going to friends forever. I have so many memories from our 41 years together. Losing you so suddenly has left a void that can’t be filled. I miss you so very much and I will love you always. Until we meet again, rest well Arnell.

I am going to miss you so much. Your smile, your laughter, your jokes and our conversations.  You will forever be in my heart. I Love You Arnell, but I know God loves you more. My sincere condolences to the bereaved family.

I remember showing Arnell these pictures a few years ago and she was surprised that I still have them from over 25 years ago. We had some really great times because she was the life of the party. She loved when Tom invited her over to our home and he cooked her black hotdogs. R.I.P dear friend

On behalf of March of Dimes, we are so deeply saddened to hear of Arnell's passing. I was blessed to work with her over the past year and will miss her bright smile and energy. She was a true champion for our mission and brought such light and joy everywhere she went.

Going to miss you immensely Juicy.. we honestly had some really great times together 

On this day, it was our very 1st UULT picnic and we all had a blasssstttt!!!!! 

May this blessed angel rest in Heaven peacefully. Sudie and Marva, there truly are no words to soothe the loss of your beautiful daughter.  When I lost my daughter, my father wrote something meaningful that I had engraved on her tombstone, “Love knows no distance…knows no time; but, knows its way to hearts like yours and mine.”  No matter how far away, no matter how long…your hearts are joined in love with your beautiful daughter.   
 
With love, Sudie Hill (North Carolina)

Arnell, you left us so suddenly but God knows what he was doing. Sudie and Marva you are in my prayers along with the brothers and sister. I love Arnell like she was my niece and she called me Uncle Roosevelt. Love y'all so much and I wish I could attend but I will be praying for your strength

So sorry for your loss. Heaven has a beautiful angel

I will always love you. Until we meet again

Prayers and Condolences to the family and friends. May God comfort you all during this difficult time. Arnell and I have worked together for the past 9 years and was a true friend. She has always provided a wealth of knowledge and assisted it every capacity without hesitation. Our organization has lost a true "Gem" and she will be missed by so many. My friend, rest in peace. "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." -- Psalms 147:3

I want to express my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Arnell. I had the pleasure of working with her and she taught me so much.  I will dearly miss our monthly team calls, your enthusiastic personality, that smile with a grin & giggle as if you’re up to no good which we knew  and loved about you.  You touched so many and may continue look over and  guide us.

Dearest Arnell,

The last time I saw you was at Sunfest 2023 with a drink in your hand enjoying yourself as usual. You gave me the biggest hug and smile. I would always see you from time to time at some event being the life of the party!

Who knew that would be the last time I saw you?

My sincere condolences to your family and closest friends.  Sleep well beautiful. 

Arnell, you were always such a great friend to me. Someone I could call and talk to.

I remember sitting on the patio listening to jazz, smoking on a good stick. We had great conversations and great laughter.

Thank you for being such a wonderful and amazing friend.

You have touched so much lives and you’re loved!!! You will be missed and I will truly miss you baby love!!! Rest in peace!!!

Michelle!

Family isn't always Blood. Its the people in your life who want you in theirs . The hardest thing is the last goodbye..Especially,if you didn't know it was really the last one. Those special memories of you will always bring a smile. The fact that you are no longer here will always cause sadness but you're forever in my heart until we meet again my SOTL Sleep well Sis ! Gone to soon 

You will be forever loved . Beyond blessed to have been apart of your life and amazing spirit

Love 
LAYDE SUPA

So many memories. Every single one of them are Happy, Fun, LMAO, etc and will forever make me smile. You will be missed my friend. I am blessed you were a part of my life through out our journeys. I'm still in disbelief. RIP you beautiful soul. This keys trip was one of the best!!

I never met Arnell in person, but from knowing her through social media she was a sweet and kind-hearted person who tried to help others in need. She will definitely be missed. My condolences and prayers to her family and friends.  Rest in heaven, Arnell.

Sending prayers and comfort during this difficult time.  Arnell touched the lives of so many people.  I have  a zillion fond memories of her over the last 23 years.  She will be missed tremendously.  RIP my friend.

We have too many great memories to pick just one! I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE YOU SOO MUCH. i know you’ll always be watching over me!

I remember when I moved to West Palm Beach with my uncle Greg and my auntie Charlotte. My cousin Arnell was really sweet and nice and definitely enjoyed life to the fullest I loved the way she pronounced JCPENNY AND TARGET she was my favorite and first big cousin she made me feel welcome while I was living in Florida for the short time I was there I can go on and on with memories of her she will most definitely be missed.

Arnell I love you and I’m going to miss you

So saddened by this news. . I enjoyed working with her always made  made me laugh. An Angel she truely was.

My prayers and condolences to every heart she touched. Arnell you will always be the Life of the party as we carry you in our hearts.

Sending my sincere condolences to family and friends. Arnell was truly the life  of the party. Beautiful person inside and out. 

Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss of such a vibrant soul entirely too early.  I am a colleague of Arnell’s and I have so many fond memories of her.  I miss her laugh, her smile, her enthusiasm, and her light.  It is one that we will not be able to replace.  I am happy to have known her and I am certain she is making everyone laugh in heaven.  My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time and my hope is that hearing how much Arnell touched so many help fills your heart.

My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Arnell Willis.  If there was anyone that could light up the room just by her presence, it was Arnell. Her positive energy, enthusiasm and support will truly be missed. Sharing in your sorrow and praying that your faith will give you strength during this difficult time.

Dear family of Arnell, I am so very sad to have heard of this lovely woman’s passing. Not only was she a very good president for our association here but over these past few years, she became a dear friend of mine. I will surely miss her infectious laughter and her love of life.  The many good moments I shared with her I will cherish, and now I simply ask the good Lord to take her into his loving care, and allow her to truly rest in peace. Dear Arnell, thank you for being, part of my life your friend always Ted

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Arnell Willis

July 29, 1969 – January 31, 2024

Royal Palm Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

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