Arno Echtermeyer

Arno Echtermeyer February 20, 1939 - May 5, 2023 Arno Echtermeyer, aged 84, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2023. Born on February 20, 1939, in Braunschweig, Germany, Arno was the son of the late Heinrich J. and Elsa Echtermeyer. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Dieter Echtermeyer of Illinois; two daughters, Patricia Shirey and Darla Hughes of Texas; and a granddaughter, Pamela Weatherford of California. Arno is survived by his loving wife of 42 years and 10 months, Rosie Echtermeyer, of Odessa, TX. He leaves behind two daughters, Natasha (Paul) Gall of Elkhorn, WI, and Geneva Dawson of Renton, WA; two sons, Scott (Bonnie) Echtermeyer of Gilbert, AZ, and Charles Hughes of Odessa, TX. Arno was a proud grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather to many, including his cherished granddaughters Aria Rose Gall and Flora Lynn Gall. He adored each and every one of his descendants. Together with Rosie, Arno owned and operated H & E Precision on West County Rd. until their retirement in 2016. Arno had a passion for programming and operating CNC machines. After retiring, he enjoyed flying planes on his computer, creating train routes, playing cards, and listening to Willie Nelson, Roger Miller, and classical music. Opera held a special place in his heart, often bringing tears to his eyes. Arno served in the Navy as part of the NATO exchange program and was stationed in Texas. It was then that he decided to make America his home. He diligently taught himself English by reading newspapers and watching television, working hard to become a naturalized American citizen. Arno loved America and his family dearly. As an avid aviation enthusiast, Arno took flying lessons and became a pilot. He loved taking his friends and family on flights, sharing the joy of soaring through the skies. Rosie extends her heartfelt gratitude to their friends and family for their help and support during this difficult time. Special thanks to Shawn and Stefanie Shirey, son Charles, and daughters Natasha and Geneva for their daily phone calls, as well as the staff at Calvert Home Health and Gentiva Hospice for their compassionate care.

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Arno Echtermeyer

February 20, 1939 - May 5, 2023