Obituary: Arndt, Mary “Sammie”

Fri., Oct. 9, 2015

ARNDT, Mary “Sammie” (Age 69) Mary “Sammie” Arndt, of Post Falls, Idaho, went to dance in heaven with our Lord and her beloved husband Bob Arndt who preceded her in death.

Mary passed unexpectedly on October 2, 2015.

She leaves behind her two sons, Rick (Shelly) Varnell and Randy (Charlie) Varnell; three grandchildren: Eric Varnell, Tyler Varnell fiancÄ‚Ĺ Ashley Fotsch and Jessica (Sam) Raymer; many brothers and sisters, friends and neighbors also survive her.

Mary lived in the same home in Post Falls for over 40 years taking great pride in her beautiful yard full gorgeous plants and flowers.

With Mary’s passing we will continue to keep her tradition of preparing incredible homemade noodles for the Holidays.

We will all truly miss but continue to feel the immense love she held for her family.

In Celebration of Mary “Sammie’s” Life she was honored by an outdoor service in Post Falls Cemetery on October 7th, 2015, followed by a large gathering of family and friends.

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