Arlene Kay Yarnell

Arlene Kay Yarnell, 74, passed away January 20, 2020 in Martin, TN. The Wife of Tom Yarnell, the couple just celebrated 52 years of marriage on January 13, 2020. Born on April 20, 1945 in Bucyrus, Ohio, she was the daughter of Clarence and Esther (Rowlinson) Miller. She graduated from Mt. Zion School. Arlene held a variety of jobs including a position at General Electric; her own cake decorating business; an Avon representative; receptionist at Martin Bros. Container; and receptionist at Diversicare. Arlene belonged to St. Jude Catholic Church in Martin, TN. She was very active as a board member and volunteer for We Care Ministries; especially with the Senior Christmas Party. She was a loving "Bram" to her beloved grandchildren, Hannah and Eli. Arlene is survived by her husband Tom; daughter, Michelle (Rev. Stephen) Wood; grandchildren Hannah and Eli; sisters, Donna Knapp and Linda Jeffries; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother-law, Phil Knapp. A funeral Mass will be held January 30, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Jude Catholic Church in Martin, TN. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service, with a luncheon to follow. A private burial will held at a later date at Grand Prairie Cemetery in Marion, OH. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to We Care Ministries, 530 N. Lindell St., Martin, TN 38237, or to the donor's choice.