Teresa M. Arnold, 65, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away on October 8th, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family in her home. Teresa fought a fierce battle with a Glioblastoma (cancerous brain tumor).

Teresa was born on December 21st, 1960 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Joanne and Edward Auxier. Teresa graduated from Lafayette High School with the class of 1979, she later attended nursing school, achieving her Registered Nurses certification. Which lead to a 41 year employment with Mosaic Life Care of St. Joseph.

Teresa loved her family beyond words of expression. When Teresa became a grandmother, she was honored to proudly support her grandchildren. The family would frequently travel to new destinations in the United States, to vacation, celebrate holidays, and enjoy making new memories.

Teresa was united in marriage to David Arnold on July 9th, 2004 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in St. Joseph.

Teresa was preceded in death by her parents. Surviving Teresa are her husband, David, children: Nicole (Scott) Kneib, Julie (Kalvin Waldeier) Miller, Molly (Jorge) Arnold, Joel Arnold, and Brandon Arnold. Grandchildren: Bryston Salmons, Soncea (Drake) Nickell, Cloi Kneib, Devon (Shaylee) Caton, Ally Miller, and Magnolia Arnold. Her cherished great-grandchildren: Haven and Salem. Additional survivors include her 2 sisters, numerous other family members, and beloved companion, Milo.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 14th, 2026 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Heaton-Bowman-Smith-Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph, Missouri. At 7:00 PM the NW Missouri/NE Kansas Nurse Honor Guard will present the Nurse's Honor Guard.

Rosary and Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church on Thursday, October 15th, 2026. The rosary will be recited at 9:40 AM, followed by Mass at 10:00 AM officiated by Fr. Hansen.

Interment to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery in St. Joseph, Missouri.

The family extends their sincere gratitude to Teresa's care team through her courageous battle.

Memorials are suggested to be directed to the Glioblastoma Research Organization in loving memory of Teresa M. Arnold.