Arnold "Red" Johnathon Musser

Arnold "Red" Johnathon Musser passed away peacefully on May 28, 2024, in Hastings, Michigan. Born on October 12, 1938, in Lansing, Michigan, to Dewey Jonas and Mabel May (Brininstool) Musser, Arnold's life was marked by dedication, service, and the joy he brought to those around him.

Arnold was a 1956 graduate of Vermontville High School. His commitment to his country was evident through his 20 years of service in the United States Marine Corps, where he retired as a Master Sergeant. Arnold's military career was distinguished by his involvement in two tours in the Vietnam War, his detachment during the Cuban Missile Crisis, and his time as a drill instructor and avionics/electronics instructor. His final duty station at the Marine Liaison's Office of the Great Lakes Naval Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, was particularly fulfilling, as he looked after the administrative needs of his fellow Marines.

Following his military retirement, Arnold transitioned to a career in the private sector, where he excelled as a Service Representative in Hydraulics at Hydreco. His work took him across the United States, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. Later, he joined New York Air Brake, and although the division was sold within 18 months, it provided him the opportunity to return to Michigan, where he concluded his career before retirement. Even in his post-retirement years, Arnold remained active, managing the Baltimore Mobile Home Park well into his 80s.

Arnold enjoyed photography, fishing, and golf.  Arnold's love for his family shone brightest in the kitchen, where he delighted in feeding his family, especially making homemade pancakes and waffles for his children and grandchildren. His pies, renowned for their flaky homemade crust, were a testament to his culinary skills and his joy in sharing with others.

Arnold was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife of 57 years, Patricia Ann (Fezatte) Musser, and his siblings Ruth Rose Roberts, Dorothy June (Bosworth) Shellenbarger, Dewey Leroy Musser, Anita Marie Boutwell, and Elaine Electa Foote. He is survived by his children, Amber (Jim) Winter of Laingsburg, Michigan, Denise (Brent) VanBuren of Hastings, Michigan, and Bryan (Andrea Peake) Musser of Grand Rapids; his grandchildren, Nicholas (Sara) Stadel, Benjamin (Ashley) Stadel, Amanda (Jimmy) Bush, Jessica (Matthew) Courtright, Aaron (Darryn) Winter, Austin (Luz Solano-Flórez) Winter, and Johnathan Musser; 15 great-grandchildren; and his brother, Lawrence Wayne Musser of Vermontville, Michigan.

Arnold's children would like to extend a special thanks to Judith Fezatte for the love, care, and companionship she generously shared with our father.

Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at the United Methodist Church of Nashville, 210 Washington St, Nashville, MI 49073, Visitation at 10:00 AM, Service at 11:00 AM. Military Honors provided by American Legion, Post 45, Hastings, Michigan. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home. To leave an online condolence visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.