Arnold E. Saari

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Saari, Arnold E. age 84, of Edina, MN (formerly of Golden Valley, MN)) died on October 23rd. Arnold is preceded in death by his father Joshua, his mother Hilma, sisters Helmi, Laura, Helia, Lillian, Irma, and brothers Howard, Alphonse, and William. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Betty (Swanson) Saari, as well as his sisters Ruth (Arnold) Sunnarborg and Elaine (Orville) Bierman, and many nieces and nephews. Arnold was born in Gilbert, MN and graduated from Gilbert High School in 1947. He studied engineering at Virginia Junior College in MN, obtaining an A.S. degree before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force Aviation Cadet program for pilot training. Arnold was assigned to the Strategic Air Command and served for four years in an Air Refueling Squadron in WWII. Afterwards, he attended the University of Washington in Seattle, where he received a B.S. degree in Aeronautical Engineering. Arnold was employed by Rosemount Engineering for 30 years, working in the Aerospace Division, managing the wind tunnel and instrument testing program. Arnie was an avid list maker, fisherman, and sports fan, who was known for his sense of humor. He adored his wife, Betty, and together they enjoyed traveling and the outdoors. The family wishes to thank the caregivers at Edina Park Plaza for their dedication and loving care of Arnie. Funeral Service 11:00am Saturday November 1st at Washburn-McReavy Glen Haven Funeral Chapel, 5125 W Broadway Ave., Crystal, MN 55429, with visitation beginning at 10:00am. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Apostolic Lutheran Church--North, 6630 Colfax Avenue N., Brooklyn Center, MN 55430. washburn-mcreavy.com Glen Haven Chapel 763-533-8643

Published on October 26, 2014