Emma L. Arnold, 89, of Independence, MO passed away November 1, 2015. She was born March 15, 1926 in Mt. Moriah, MO. She lived to take care of others. She did this through her nursing career as an RN, BSN, her church and volunteering. Preceded in death by her husband James L. Arnold and infant son John David Arnold, she is survived by daughter Mary Ethington, Independence, MO; son Thomas Arnold and wife Linda, Warren, OH; step-daughters Joy Williams, Lansing, MI; Nancy Moore, Cynthiana, KY. Visitation at 10:00 am followed by memorial service at 11:00 am, Sat., Nov. 14, 2015 at Raytown Christian Church, 6108 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, MO 64133. Contributions may be made to the Raytown Christian Church.