When I received the notice that Arnold had passed, I was in complete shock and very, very sad. Arnold was the first of two (he and his buddy Garland Coleman) wonderful people that i met on my first day of employment at the Federal Election Commission in 1980. He was truly a dear friend , my little brother and coworker. I will miss him. Gail, i will continue to call you,just as I've done in the past. Remona Doggett

I met Arnold thirteen years ago during one of the most difficult periods of Gail’s life – when her big brother Romerro was in a coma for three months. My sister Carol and I spent hours and hours in the waiting room bonding with Arnold, Gail, Julia, Ryan, and other concerned family members and friends united in hope for Romerro’s return to health. Even under those stressful circumstances, Arnold treated my mother and nieces like family though this was the first time we had met. Continuously inviting us over to “the house” to celebrate a birthday or watch a football game, Arnold was and forever will be in my memory one of the kindest, gentlest people I have ever met. My deepest condolences to Gail and family.
-From Georgene and family

I was deeply saddened by the loss of such a beautiful soul. I am a longtime friend of Gail and her family through association with her brother Romerro. My favorite memories of Arnold were the times a group of seniors got together to bowl. Arnold was an exceptional bowler and I enjoyed just watching how humble and laid back he was with his obvious skill. He always gave me pointers and always with a gentle smile. He carried a peace that is so calming and reassuring just being in his presence. I know that he is in the presence of the Lord without a doubt!! Rest in peace Arnold. Gail,you are in my prayers

My Dear Cuzin......to say I will miss you is an understatement! Your wisdom, humor, "bear hugs"--that was all LOVE!! Your smile and calm spirit always brought me joy. You have joined Rabbit and Big Mel at the party so I know you are in good hands. Rest in Eternity....I love you.

Family - please accept my heartfelt condolences. I met Arnold at his brother's house who was my next door neighbor. The term "gentle giant" fits Arnold to a tee. He always had a kind word, a moment of time to spare, and lovely smile. His strong sense of family was evident and he never failed to ask about mine. Peace and prayers to all. 

To my cousins Gail, Marcus, Ryan and the entire Queen family, I love you. You have my deepest condolences on the loss of our beloved Arnold. Heaven must have needed a mighty man to shake things up.

To my loving cousin Arnold Queen I personally thank you for being a major member in our family and bringing so much Joy and Love.
You have contributed greatly to our rich history and tradition and proud heritage which makes our future bright.

Your love of my cousin Gail reigns supreme in every sense of the word and that always makes me smile. As a by-product, you gave us two exceptional men in Marcus and Ryan and their loving families. You and Gail will always be my dynamic duo.

You were big in stature, even bigger in thought but you were biggest in how you lived your life with Love always being the constant factor. When you had something to say, we all tuned in.

I have so many personal memories each time I was afford the opportunity to have some hang time with you and Gail. One of my most memorable occasions was during our family reunion in Ft. Lauderdale when you and Gail came to the aid of my mother while we were out to dinner.

Even though I was a little guy in comparison, I always felt bigger in your presence.

I will miss having you around as one of my East coast cousins but I will never forget you as you have left a lasting imprint in my life.

Rest in Peace.

My Deepest Condolence To Gayle Queen And All Of The Of The Family! I’m Glad That I Have Had The Pleasure Of Knowing James Arnold Queen. He Was A Gentle Giant And Will Be Greatly Missed!

God has His plan for Us all!!!
I Grew up with this loving, caring family. My Mother helped take care of Arnold's Family. I remember Him as a tall and Handsome man, a Man of not many words, and just so soft spoken. My Parents will have alot of catching up to do when Arnold arrives. God strength and loving Power to The Queen Family. He will be missed and Never forgotten.. RIP ARNOLD

I remember so many years ago when our family started attending Holy Family Church, I believe I was 12 years old, it was in Summer and I saw these beautiful little children with their rounded cheeks and bright smiles, they were introduced to me as the Queen kids. Our Dads, Eugene Newman and James Queen, were friends since childhood and introductions were made long before I became known as Auntie, that was a long time ago.
Through the years I watched as your parents Rose and James encouraged and nurtured you and your siblings to become kind and pleasant people, and you, with Gail as your partner nurtured your baby boys to become young men who are kind and caring just like you, you always reminded me of your Dad. As an older cousin, you and your siblings as well as the WHOLE extended family looked out for my babies--thank you.
As a family, we have so many pleasant memories of smiles, giggles, pitching horseshoes, lively card and ball games, so many meals shared, these are the types of memories we hold dear, we will try not to think too much about the illnesses, losses, and other dark times. When we think of you we smile--so keeping smiling down on us as you are reunited with the people you shared happy times with.
United in our sorrow of your passing and forever thankful for having known you--Malissia, Cousin Jason and LaShonda, Cousin Adriane, Roland and the entire Newman, Proctor and Mincey families, we will miss you.

Arnold married my cousin Gail whom I consider as my niece. I have been their house guest numerous times and have enjoyed Arnold's love and friendship as if he was my very own brother. He was such a gentle giant of a man who made life so much fun to be a part of with him. We would exchange pictures with one another, enjoy jazz music together and I would watch old western movies with him. They visited Rabbit's Homestead in Monterey, IN and Arnold loved sitting outside on the lawn under a nice shade tree. I will forever remember him under that tree. My cousin Arnold had a big heart and I will truly miss him.

I've known Arnold for over 40 years, don't know where the time went. We met at work and our friendship grew over the years. He is family so I'm still in a daze over his passing. If u googled family man or great friend, u would see Arnolds picture. He was soft spoken with the biggest heart ever, he will forever be with me on this journey thru life. As one of life chapters ends a new beginning awaits, it's not always easy, we take one day at a time.. My prayers go out to the family. Peace & Blessings

I knew Arnold from Largo Hi. He was very athletic in sports. Well liked and respected, known as the gentle and quiet giant to his friends. It was a blessing
surrounded by old classmates at the yearly traditional Thanksgiving gathering
last year to see Arnold, not knowing that would be the last time in physical
form, but his spirit will live on in all of us. Prayers goes out to his family, church family and friends.

I had worked with Arnold for many years at the FEC. I started working at the FEC in 1978, so in the Infant years of the agency. He was so nice....a gentle soul. I am sorry he is no longer with us. And I pray he is in a good place, and you will meet again. He will be missed for sure. Prayers to all.