Steven "Big Red" Leon
Arnett
Steven "Big Red" Leon Arnett, 64, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away at
his home on Friday, June 26, 2020.
He was born on January 07, 1956, in Greenville, Ohio, to the late Doran
and Margaret (Black) Arnett.
In addition to his parents, Steve was preceded in death by his sister,
Reta Whalen.
Steve was born and raised in Greenville. In high school, he played
baseball and football and was his team went undefeated for two years.
Steve's love and enjoyment of sports continued throughout his life. He
also had a great love of the outdoors and nature. He enjoyed fishing
and camping. Following high school, Steve took a job for the City of
Greenville Street Department, filling the position his father had made
when he retired. Steve eventually had to retire much earlier than he
would have like due to ongoing medical problems. Steve, also known as
Big Red, was well liked and will be sorely missed.
Steven is survived by his children, Jennifer Freeman of Greenville;
Dusty Smith of Greenville, Jamie Arnett of Greenville, and Steven
Arnett of New York, New York; and his granddaughters, Makayla Freeman
of Greenville, Ashley Freeman of Toledo, Ohio, and Kaden Smith of
Greenville.
Private graveside services, at Brock cemetery, will be held at the
convenience of the family.
Steve's family has entrusted Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus,
with the arrangements.
Online condolences and Hugs-From-Home may be shared with Steve's family
by visiting www.Tributefuneralhomes.com
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