Arnold was born November 10, 1934 in Sutton Nebraska the son of Rudolph “Rudy” James and Mae (Culbertson) Krska. He worked as a machinist and inspector for Allis Chalmers for 33 years. Arnold enjoyed gardening, camping and traveling. He liked listening to country music, he was a big joker and prankster always making people laugh. He had collection of funny hats he found while traveling that he would buy and wear. Most of all Arnold loved God, his family and his country.  

Arnold is survived by his wife Janice, sons: Mark (Marsha) Krska of Holden Mo, Rick (Carol) Krska of Olathe Ks, Timothy Krska of Independence Mo, and Gary (Carla) Krska of Lee’s Summit Mo. His daughter: Melanie (David) Griffitt of Independence Mo. Also surviving are 19 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, 17 nieces and nephews, 23 great nieces and great nephews and 11 great-great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 sisters: Adra, Velma, and Sally and his brother William.

Arrangements:  Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home, Independence MO   816-796-8600