Arnold Elwood Denby, Jr.

 A Funeral Service will be held at 9:00 AM, on Friday, March 7, 2025, at The Pentecostals of Lafayette honoring the life of Arnold E. Denby, Jr., 80, who passed away on February 28, 2025, at his residence. Pastor Derek Weber will officiate at the funeral service. Burial will take place on Friday, March 7, 2025, at Old Cypress Cemetery in Deridder, LA. Pallbearers will be Derek Denby, Justin Pete, Sanford Suire, Trey Denby, Pat Lawson, and Ray Lange.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, 209 S. Saint Charles St., Abbeville, LA 70510 on Thursday, March 6, 2025, from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM and will continue on Friday, March 7, 2025, at The Pentecostals of Lafayette, 6214 Johnston St., Lafayette, LA 70503 from 9:00 AM until time of services. 

He was known by many names and had a gift for making everyone feel welcome; he had the most generous heart. He was a devoted husband and father. When not golfing, he enjoyed watching sports, particularly the Tigers from the comfort of his game room. Playing games and spending time with family and traveling were among his favorite pastimes. He was a devout Christian and attended The Pentecostal of Lafayette.

Arnold proudly served in the United States Navy from February 1, 1962, until April 8, 1968, where he excelled as a radioman and became proficient in Morse code. His commitment to his country was a source of pride for him throughout his life.

He is survived by his spouse, Diane Denby; two daughters, Michal Pete, and Kathryn Denby; son, Tony Denby; sisters, Mary Beane, Patty Drake, Glenda McCarthy, Mary Lawson, and Martha Berry; brothers, Glen Whiddon, and Michael Denby; grandchildren, Courtney Denby, Derek Denby, Jaeka Lange, Trey Denby, Shayla Arnold, and Mikayla Arnold; fourteen great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.

He is preceded in death by his father, Arnold “ Red” Denby; mother, Elsie Whiddon Denby; daughter, Pamela Trahan McDaniel; son-in-law, Cliford Trahan; son, Zachari Denby; sister, Linda Chapman; and granddaughter, Chasity Monceaux.

All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville (337) 893-4661.