Passed away on Friday June 14, 2024 at the age of 85;
She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years John J. Cody and her parents William H. and Henrietta Jones; survived by her son; James W. Cody (Jill), daughter; Catherine M. Kestler (Brad), son; Richard S. Cody (Terri); 7 grandchildren; Marciano Garcia V (Linda), Christian Cody (Nicole), Erin Sweaney (Justin), Kevin Cody (Autumn), Shane Cody, Michael Cody, Daniel Cody. Great grandchildren; Marciano VI, Liam, Malayna, Elliot, Grace, Kora Cameron and Jordan. Also, she leaves behind many friends.
Arleen was born in raised in South St. Louis, near Christy Park. She attended St. John the Baptist Grade School and High School. She would meet her husband John while he was working as a dog catcher. They were married in 1959 at St. John the Baptist Church. She spent the majority of her adult life as a homemaker, raising her 3 kids. After her children were grown, she worked at Schnucks for several years a checker.
The two most important things in Arleen’s life were her family and her relationship with God. She was a sweet, kind, caring and nurturing woman who had a deep love of animals. She enjoyed many birthday and family celebrations at Willmore Park. A true “night owl”, Arleen would stay up late at night watching Dr. Who and old movies.
Services: Visitation at KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL 10151 Gravois Friday June 21, 5:00 PM until services at 7:00 PM. In lieu of flowers memorials to Alzheimer’s Association appreciated.
MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY.
MAY GOD EMBRACE YOU ALL AND HELP HEAL YOUR HEARTS.
GOD BLESS.
SINCERELY,
CARLOTTA SHOCKLEY
Thank you, Carlotta. Your kinds words are appreciated.
Jonesie (that’s what we always called Arleen) was a good friend to me and many as we went thru St John’s together.
In the later years both Jonesie and her husband John would join a group of St Johners for lunch each month.
Both were wonderful, fun and caring people and are sorely missed.
May they both R.I.P.
Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs to all of you. Your mom was a beautiful person, inside and out. I am so sorry for your loss.
Thinking of you as you celebrate Arlene’s wonderful life today.
Love you,
Maggie Rund