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Forrest L. “Woody” Arnett, age 85, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 6, 2026, in Union, KY. Woody will be remembered as a devoted husband, father and grandfather.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia “Ginny”; his parents; and his brother. Survivors include his two sons, Mark (Kim) and Brad (Mercedes) Arnett; a daughter, Stephanie (Patrick) Rose; and a brother-in-law, Steve (Sophie) Lightner. Woody was “Pop” to six grandchildren – Rachel, Zack, Alex (Jessica), and Jacob (Jess) Arnett, Katie (Daniel) Sluder, and Ryan (Laura) Rose – and three great-grandchildren – Miloh Arnett, Wesley Sluder, and Gabriel Arnett. A niece (Tera Lampe) and nephew (Nick Lightner) also survive him.
He was a retired facilities director for Anthem (Blue Cross and Blue Shield) and a long-time resident of Burlington, KY. Woody was an avid golfer and gardener, enjoyed taking cruises, and most of all, cherished spending time with his family.
A remembrance celebration and entombment of his urn will be done privately at the convenience of his family. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association online at alz.org or by mail to P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011.
Forrest “Woody” Arnett
Spring Grove Cemetery
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Our simpathies to the family..
So sorry to hear of the passing of my old buddy Woody.
He was a super fun guy and he and I shared many memorable times together.
I know he will be missed terrifically by you all.
Dave and Linda May
Our simpathies to the family.
So sorry to hear of the passing of my old buddy Woody.
He was a super fun guy and he and I shared many memorable times together.
I know he will be missed terrifically by you all.
Sincere Sympathy
Our deepest sympathies for your family. We are grateful that Laura was able to meet “Pop,” and will always have that sweet memory of their time together. May your many precious memories comfort you now and in the years to come, as you mourn the loss of your dear Dad and Pop.
Sincerely,
Debbie & Peter Whyte
A blessed man
Due to my friendship with Woody’s daughter, Stephanie, I had the privilege of meeting him and truly enjoying his company. He was so blessed to have a beautiful family and to have left a loving legacy.
My sympathies
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. May you have many happy memories to comfort you.
Peggy Kennedy
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