Arlene "Abby" Jeanette Deney, 81, of Russell passed away on September 16, 2015. Arlene was born August 17, 1934 and was adopted by Earl and Fern Williams at three days old.
She attended Chariton High School until she met Wayne Snider and they married in November, 1951. To this union, five children were born: Randy, Mark, Kelly, Cherie and Terri. Wayne and Arlene were married for thirty years. In 1983, Arlene married Gerald "Joe" Deney until his death in 2000.
As a young girl, Arlene found pleasure in showing horses with her dad until his passing when she was at the young age of 14. She would tell fond stories of growing up and spending time at the two businesses her family owned in town, Williams Furniture Store and the White Swan Restaurant.
Arlene had a love for all animals particularly horses. She and Joe cherished riding their Palomino, Blondie and their Arabian, Dino, in local parades. They liked to spend time at horse sales and taking Sunday afternoon drives. She also enjoyed the Knoxville races and going to the Iowa Speedway with her sons. Although, she did not really like to cook , she did make the best gravy, meatloaf, and fudge that none of her family could seem to match. Her family also looked forward to her oyster dressing that was only made during the holidays.
Arlene liked being outdoors. She was a very hard worker with a feisty independent, strong willed personality and would definitely speak her mind. Her goal was to maintain her independence and continue to live on her acreage. Unfortunately, circumstances changed with her health and she resided at the Corydon Nursing and Rehab since 2013 where she kept the days very active for the nursing staff.
Arlene worked various jobs throughout her life. These included being a teacher's assistant at Head Start, CNA at the County Home, Auburn Manor and Chariton Nursing and Rehab. The job that she enjoyed most was working for the VA Hospital in Knoxville for 20 years until her retirement. She made many friends during her time there. She gained a great feeling of accomplishment to be able to assist the veterans in her role.
Although, Arlene has been unable to ride her horses or drive her ponies for many years. It is comforting to know that she is now in Heaven with her pick of the most magnificent horses and the grandest of stables. She is now free to ride as fast as she can whenever her heart desires.
Arlene was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Joe; her sister Lois Deming; her son, Randy Snider; and infant granddaughter, Alexa McCurdy.
Left to honor her memory are her children, Mark Snider of Chariton, Kelly (Rania) Snider of Chariton, Cherie Albertson of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Terri (Mike) McCurdy of Russell, daughter-in-law Donnell Snider of Chariton, as well as her grandchildren, Amanda Snider, Lee Snider, Ann Snider, Julian Albertson, Shawn Albertson, Samantha McCurdy, Stephen McCurdy and Kourtney Nichols, and great-grandson Carson McCurdy.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Lucas County Humane Society.
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