DAVID ALAN ARNALL

David Alan Arnall, of Dewy, AZ, peacefully passed away on August 22, 2023, at the age of 74 coinciding with his 48th wedding anniversary in Prescott, Arizona. He was surrounded by his family and enveloped by their love as he passed. He battled his failing health with hope, humor, and courage. He fought to the very end, and along the way touched many hearts deeply. He truly was the best of humanity despite his many health struggles. David was born in Washington DC, and grew up on a Maryland goat farm. From humble beginnings he overcame the odds and became a true renaissance man. He loved knowledge of all kinds, and was a perpetual student. He loved his country and enlisted as a Navy Corpsman during the Vietnam War at the ripe age of 17. He was a true patriot his entire life. Before enlisting he became a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and later served a two year mission in California. After his mission he pursued higher education, obtained a bachelor's degree in physical therapy, and a PhD in exercise physiology. He was a prolific researcher, producing dozens of scientific papers, a respected professor, and department chair for 8 years at Eastern Tennessee State University. He had an adventurous and playful spirit that was infectious, and at times a bit eccentric. That spirit led him to serve with the US Navy Special Operations as a civilian contractor, working on top secret projects for the Navy Seals. But his greatest adventure was marrying the love of his life, Sheridan. Together they created a family built on love and the gospel of Jesus Christ. Above all else he was a devoted husband and father of three children. He served others all the days of his life, he was the epitome of love, and this one aspect of his character defined him above all else. He is preceded in passing by his parents, Marion Lucien Arnall, Jr. and Mildred Hall Arnall, and his beloved daughter Rachel Anne Arnall Whiting. He is survived by his wife Sheridan Brooke Arnall, his sons Matthew David (Emily) Arnall and Seth Adam Arnall, ten grandchildren, and his brother Michael Brian Arnall. He is missed beyond all description, and loved beyond measure. He was a saint in the truest sense of the word. A viewing will be held at 9:30 am, Saturday, August 26th at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 7885 E Long Look Dr. Prescott Valley, AZ 85314 followed by a funeral service beginning at 10:30 am. Interment will take place at 1:00 pm Monday, August 28th at the Flagstaff Citizens Cemetery located at 1300 S San Francisco St. Flagstaff, AZ 86001. We invite all to attend

DAVID ALAN ARNALL

September 10, 1948 - August 22, 2023