Tom Arensmeyer, long-time Townsend resident, passed away October 26th surrounded by loved ones.
Tom was a math teacher at Broadwater High School for many years, teaching generations of students. He worked for the National Forest Service during the summer in many capacities including fire fighter and trail crew boss. He enjoyed over 50 years of membership of Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church.
Tom was preceded in death by wife Lynne. Survivors include soulmate Judy; siblings Beverly Gustafson, Al Arensmeyer, and Bill Arensmeyer; children Steve and Abby Arensmeyer, Julie and Shawn Pelowitz, Kenton and Barb Irvine, and Kevin Cleveland; grandchildren Grace Lindstrom, Claire Arensmeyer, Anna Arensmeyer, Thomas Pelowitz, Serena Bokma, Brittany Todd, and Tyler Todd; and numerous great grandchildren.
Memorials for Tom can be sent to Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 301 N Cherry, Townsend, MT 59644.
Services for Tom will be held in the summer.
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Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
Service Schedule
Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
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Sharie Babb says
Condolences 💐 RIP
Robin Morand Williams says
Mr. Arensmeyer was one of the best teachers I ever had. I so appreciated all of the time he spent explaining math to me. He was always in the class before and after school for help when I needed it, which was often. He was always available for anyone who wanted his help. He treated everyone in a respectful way and he expected the same in return. I am so thankful to have had him as a teacher and will never forget him. 🙏🏻❤️
Judy Stocking Doxtater says
The first time I met Tom, was on the Trail to Sperry Chalet in Glacier National Park. I worked with him for a number of summers. We both went to Universituy of Montana and remained friends after graduation. I had the privilege of Meeting both Lynn and Judy over the years. I think if I had to name a best friend who was a guy, it would have been Tom. He helped me through a variety of hard times. I was honored and proud to call him my friend. Condolences to his family and friends.
Franklin O. ¥ √ Peters = JR says
Mr. Arensmeyer was a great teacher. The reason I know this is when an individual such as him can teach an individual like myself algebra 1 & 2 they need to be listed in the teachers hall of fame. Ater his algebra 1 class I signed up for algebra 2 because he could explain why (A + B) – X = Y ….. I thought Mr Arensmeyer was just equivalent to Albert Einstein plus later in life he was such a good man in the way he always acknowledged me when we met up town. Although he always seemed serious he was a very funny man and I know many people will miss his humor ….R.I.P. Mr. Arensmeyer
Bryan Lowery says
Thoughts and prayers to family and friends . 🙏🙏🙏
Jim Foster says
I am so thankful for Mr. Arensmeyer. He was a great teacher, connected with his students, and spent as much time required to work with both top students as well as struggling students, which I was one. He was there at school both early and late to assist anyone who wanted or needed help. My sophomore year I was flunking Algebra, which meant that I would not be eligible to play basketball that season. Mr. Arensmeyer spoke with me and said, “I know you are really struggling to get this, but if you come in daily for help, sincerely try, and don’t miss a day, I will pass you.” He saved my life, as playing basketball was the most important thing to me at that time. I passed with a D-, and was able to play ball for what proved to be my finest season. He was an extraordinary man who positively touched many lives. Thank you, and God bless you, Sir.