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Visitation
Visitation for Louise will be Monday July 27, 2020 from 12PM-6PM at the Fulkersons Memorial Chapel in Watford City, ND. The family service will begin at 6PM.

Service
Memorial Services will be held at 11:00AM Tuesday July 28, 2020 at the First Lutheran Church in Watford City, ND with Pastor Garrett Gudmunsen officiating.

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Louise Ann Arnold
January 3, 1958 - July 23, 2020

Place of Birth: Watford City, North Dakota
Residence: Watford City, North Dakota
Age: 62

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Louise Arnold, 62 of Watford City passed away in her home following a two-year battle with cancer.
Louise Ann Pittsley was born January 3, 1958 to Glenn & Betty (Jore) Pittsley in Watford City, ND. She attended Watford City Public School and one semester at Williston State College.
She married David Arnold on February 20, 1976. Following the marriage, they made their home east of Watford City where she resided the rest of her life. David passed away on November 9, 2013.
Louise worked at the Coast to Coast Store, operated a craft & consignment store, worked at Mike’s Super Valu & the Good Shepherd Nursing Home before finding the job she loved as an aide at the Watford City Elementary School. She worked there for 24 years until her declining health forced her to retire. Louise never had her own children and because of their love of children David and Louise were foster parents for several years. She loved spending time with the neighborhood children and treated them like her own. Louise was proud of all her nieces and nephews and was especially proud to be godmother to her nephew, Tyler Pittsley.
Louise had a love of flowers so in 1986 she opened D & L Little Greenhouse and operated it until this past season. Thanks to some very special friends of hers the greenhouse was able to be open while she was fighting her cancer battle the past two years.
In her spare time, Louise loved fishing, camping, going to yard sales and going to the casino.
Louise is survived by her father Glenn (Rosalie) Pittsley of Bowman, ND. Her brothers Donny Pittsley & Jim (Kristy) Pittsley both of Watford City. Her sisters Karen (Dale) Hagen of Arnegard, ND, Ellen (Jim) Jefferson of Mandan, ND and Nancy (Dennis) Cornwell of Jerome ID. Sisters-in-law Mary Pittsley of Mandan, ND, Sandee Pittsley of Killdeer, ND and Merlita Pittsley of Merced, CA and brother-in law Dwight Norby of Keene, ND. She is survived by several nieces and nephews and two special foster daughters Becky & Betty.
Louise was preceded in death by her husband, her mother, her siblings Della Norby, Leroy Pittsley, David Pittsley and Glenn Pittsley Jr, her beloved dog and best friend Yogi, her grandparents and several aunts, uncles & cousins.

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Anabelle Pittsley Piper (Coeurd'Alene, Idaho)
Jul 25, 2020

My heart is broken about the passing of another Cousin I grew up with. Though Louise is not out of pain and with her heaveny family, she will be missed here on earth. My prayers and condolences go out to here immediate Family, Friends and all that Loved her. Rest in Peace Louise till we meet again

Anjelika Kocher-Klang (Watford City, ND)
Jul 25, 2020

Louise was a very special lady. I worked with her and always enjoyed her company. She was a great lady!

Karen Leiseth (Arnegard, ND)
Jul 25, 2020

Our thoughts are with Lousie's family. I enjoyed visiting with Louise when I worked in the kitchen at the high school. Rest in Peace, Louise. You fought a tough battle.
Troy & Karen Leiseth

Debbie Erickson (Billings, Montana)
Jul 25, 2020

I have many fond memories of working with Louise at Watford City Elementary School. She loved what she did and was always willing to help out whenever she was asked. My condolences to her family and may her memories be cherished.

Laureen (Dee Dee Snydal) Springer (Ocala, FL)
Jul 25, 2020

I'm so sad for your loss. This has been a hard year for your family. May the Lord bless you and keep you!

Carla Schaible (Watford City , ND)
Jul 25, 2020

So very sorry to hear of Louise passing.
I always enjoyed working with her at GHS
My prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Carla Schaible

Eleanore feeney (Watford city, N.dak.)
Jul 25, 2020

I,m so sorry for your loss of Louise. She will be missed

Jeanette Anderson (Watford City, ND)
Jul 25, 2020

To the family of Louise. My deepest sympathies to all of you. May she rest in peace. She always had such a kind heart. We had a good visit at the grocery earlier this year.

Tanya Andersen
Jul 25, 2020

To the family of Louise,
So sorry to hear of Louise’s passing. She fought a good battle against cancer. At least she doesn’t have to suffer anymore. She will be remembered for being such a kind soul. RIP Louise.

Harold & Marci Arnold
Jul 26, 2020

We had so many fun times with David & Louise! The camping and fishing escapades especially at Tobacco Gardens! All the family holiday gatherings even though we didn't get together much in the last few years we enjoyed reminiscing often! Our thoughts & Prayers for comfort at this time.

Larry and Lauri Driggs (Bentonville, AR)
Jul 26, 2020

Condolences to Louise family and friends
The long battle is over and she now can RIP...may her life and happy memories be a blessing during your time of grievance.
hugs from your friends in AR
Larry and Lauri

Sandra Luther (Watford City, ND)
Jul 26, 2020

Louise was a special person. She was always so willing to help out and her greenhouse stock was always the most beautiful. Rest in peace, Louise.

Taunie Leppell (Keene, ND)
Jul 27, 2020

To Louise's Family, So sorry for your family's loss Louise was a very kind person, May she Rest in Peace now.

Annette Beard (WATFORD CITY, ND)
Jul 31, 2020

Dear Friends, Our deepest sympathies to all as you mourn the loss of Louise. She was always very friendly and visited well. She will be missed.