William Earl Arkenau

William Earl Arkenau obituary, Bradenton, FL

William Earl Arkenau

William Arkenau Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Toale Brothers Funeral Home & Crematory - Colonial Chapel - Sarasota on Jul. 7, 2025.

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William (Bill) Earl Arkenau, 80, passed away on June 26, 2025, in Sarasota, Florida.
His funeral service will be held on July 10th, at 1:00pm, at Sarasota National Cemetery, 9810 State Road 72 (Clark Road), Sarasota, FL 34241.
William was born on January 5, 1945, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He served in the Vietnam War in the Air Force as a K9 handler.
William married Edith Sebastian Arkenau on December 14, 1968.
William was proceeded in death by his wife in 2013.
He is survived by his two children, Christine Keen and Bill Arkenau and his wife Roz Arkenau, his four grandchildren, Kohl and Lesly Arkenau and Hannah and Andrew Keen, and his one great-granddaughter, Laila Arkenau.
He will be loved and missed by all that knew him. He is happy now to be with his wife and his Lord and Savior.

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July 8, 2025

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July 8, 2025

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Sue and Don Stover

July 8, 2025

So sorry to hear about Bill's passing. Edie and Bill were active members of our western dance group. Everyone enjoyed their company. He will be missed. We send our heartfelt sympathy to his family.

Trudy and Bob Stickney

July 8, 2025

Praying for all Bills family. Bill and Edie were an important couple in our 2 steps western dance group. We know he is with Jesus and Edie.
With deepest sympathy
Trudy and Bob Stickney

Carol Ricks

July 8, 2025

Christie, Andrew, Hannah, and family -

Please know that you are surrounded by love and lifted in prayer during this difficult time. I´m so sorry for your loss. May the memories of your (grand)dad and the love you shared bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead.

With heartfelt sympathy and support,
Carol Ricks

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