Steven Raymond Arnder

Mr. Steven Raymond Arnder, 63, of Mount Airy passed away at his home Sunday, February 7, 2021.  Mr. Arnder was born in Forsyth County, on February 16, 1957 to the late Chester and Nancy “Nannie” Bowman Arnder.  “Lord Steven” was an honest, hardworking, loving man.  He was known as son, daddy, husband, papa, brother, and a friend.  No matter the title, he filled the role to the fullest.  Steve’s love was endless to all who had the pleasure of knowing him.  Steve is the type of person who left an everlasting impression.  He will always be loved and will forever be missed.  Until we see you again….  Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 16 years, Susan Branscome Arnder of the home; daughters and sons-in-law, Cynthia and Carl “Pee-Wee” Mercer, Wendy Banks and Daniel; son and daughter-in-law, Chris Arnder and Christie; grandchildren, Alexis, Abby, Cameron, Autumn, Elijah, Skyler and Killian; one special grandson, Chase Arnder; sisters, Peggy Horton and Janie Hopkins; and brothers, Greg Arnder and Gary Arnder.  Mr. Arnder was preceded in death by his parent.  A funeral service will be held, Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 11:00 AM in the Moody Funeral Home Chapel in Mount Airy with burial to follow in the People’s Church Cemetery.  Bishop Dwayne Pruitt will be officiating.  The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until the time of the service at Moody Funeral Home in Mount Airy.  Moody Funeral Services of Mount Airy is serving the family.

When I Must Leave You

When I must leave you for a little while

Please do not grieve and shed wild tears

And hug your sorrow to you

Through the year,

But start out bravely with a smile;

And for my sake and in my name

Live on and do all things the same.

Feed not your loneliness on empty days,

But fill each waking hour in useful ways.

Reach out your hand in comfort and in cheer,

And I in turn, will comfort you and hold you near

And never, never be afraid to die,

For I am waiting for you in sky!

-Helen Steiner Rice-