Barbara A. Arnott

December 21, 2018
Arnott, Barbara A.

Barbara A. Arnott, age 80, of Nashua, passed away at her home on December 21, 2018, after a brief illness and surrounded by her loving family.  She leaves behind her devoted husband, James H. Arnott, with whom she shared 62 years of marriage and commitment.

Members of her family also include two daughters, Dixie Garner and her husband Chris and Pennie Reitano, widow of Thomas J. Reitano; grandchildren Amanda Schneck and her husband Kyle; Katie Hackett and her husband Eric; Nathan Garner and his significant other Allie Briggs; Alyse Reitano; Nicole Reitano-Urquhart and her husband Steven; and her great grandchildren Alexa and Austin Schneck who she adored and cared for when they were young children.
Barbara was born in Lynn, Massachusetts on March 12, 1938, a daughter of the late Everett and Doris (Ellis) Vient. She grew up in California and moved back to New England in 1968 relocating to Nashua. Barbara and her husband “Jimmy” owned and operated the Topiary at the Nashua Mall for many years. Barbara was caring, thoughtful and elegant in her appearance and demeanor. She was the matriarch and soul of her extended family, loved having events at her home and in particular enjoyed family time during the summer season at their pool on Dublin Avenue. She loved to decorate, entertain, cook and provide for everyone in her life. She and Jimmy enjoyed dancing and gardening.  Barbara was known to make gourmet lunches and snacks for Jimmy and his fishing buddy Armand on their weekly saltwater fishing excursions to the coast. Alexa and Austin would tell you that her broccoli soup was the best! Barbara would literally give you the shirt off her back or her brand new purse if you liked it. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her and in particular her husband, children and grandchildren.
Her family will receive relatives and friends at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, on Sunday, January 6th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thanks to Home Health and Hospice for their kind and supportive care.  Donations may be made in her memory to Home Health & Hospice Care, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, N.H. 03054. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

 

5 Comments on Barbara A. Arnott

NANCY. RENFROE said : Guest Report Dec 31, 2018 at 6:17 PM

Dear Jim, Dixie and Pennie, please accept my heart-felt sympathy! Remembering all the great times we had st Square Dance functions. Barbara will be missed be all that knew her, a wonderful person!

Dottie Symes said : Guest Report Dec 29, 2018 at 3:36 PM

I am so sorry for all of you,Barbara was a wonderful Lady that always made us feel like Family ,When my husband got sick the first one at my door was Barbara and Jim,Claire and Armand ,with lots of home cooked meals for me.I treasure that thoughtful gesture. We had a lot of fun nights line dancing,a fun trip too New York,and many fun nights at Barbara and Jim's home.We have all been blessed to have known Barbara.Love Dottie Symes

Bob and Ginette said : Guest Report Dec 29, 2018 at 11:49 AM

To the family , so sorry about your loss . Barbara, what a beautiful person you were inside out. We're going to miss you sooo much. God needed an angel and He picked you .We met you and Jim line dancing in 1995 , we had wonderful moments together, great memories we'll have with us forever. You will not be forgotten, until we meet again just thinking of you brings a smile to our face . We love and greatly miss you , Bob and Ginette

Joyce janosky said : Guest Report Dec 26, 2018 at 8:19 PM

Dear Jimmy, Dixie and Pennie, It's hard to think of a world without Barbara in it...making it more beautiful with her art, her zest for life and, especially, her love for her family. She always inspired the best in everyone lucky enough to be around her, and I extend my deepest sympathy to you who were closest to her.

Debbie Mullen said : Guest Report Dec 26, 2018 at 2:18 PM

My heart goes out to all of you. Barbara was a kind and giving woman. I will miss her. She was an inspiration to me who loved her family dearly. Love, Stan and Debbie Mullen.

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