James "Sonny" Arnold

Franklin, NC - James "Sonny" Arnold, age 63, of Vaughn Rd., Franklin, NC passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at his residence. Born in Gaston County, he was the son of the late Porter James and Launa Arnold. He was married to Kathleen Woodnutt Arnold for thirty seven years. He was owner of Sonny’s Painting and Drywall. He was a loving father and grandfather and loved watching Miami Dolphin football games and fishing.

In addition to his wife he is survived by three daughters, Tammy Moore and husband Bo of Lake City, FL, Teresa Arnold and fiance’ Matthew Hall and Amie Collins and husband Ronnie, all of Franklin, NC; one son Rodney Browning of Ft. Myers, FL and favorite cousin, Stella Stanley of Franklin, NC. Nine grandchildren, Taylor Browning, Shelby and Carly Moore, Michel Madden, Tyler Collins, Kelsi Rodriguez, Katlynn Rodriguez, Bradley Collins and Ryan Collins also survive.

A graveside service will be held Thursday, March 24 at 3:00 pm at Longview Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Frank Rodriguez officiating. Pallbearers will be Rodney Browning, Ronnie Collins, Bradley Collins, Bo Moore, Matthew Hall, Tony Hall, Michel Madden, Tyler Collins and Jerry Harmon. The family will receive friends Thursday, from 2:00 - 3:00 pm at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Rev. Frank Rodriguez Missionary Trip, 139 Setser Branch Rd., Franklin, NC 28734.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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