Timothy Allan Arnst Sr. of Condon passed away peacefully on March 21, 2025 in The Dalles at the age of 68 surrounded by his loved ones.
Born on May 18, 1956 in Spokane, Wash., Tim spent his early years between Ritzville, Wash. and Portland. He attended Marshall High School in Portland, where he was a proud member of the wrestling team, demonstrating the grit and perseverance that would shape his life.
In the summer of 2000 he moved to Condon, where he worked many jobs throughout the area before retiring and devoting his time to his wife, children, and grandchildren. Tim was married previously and later found lasting love with Wanda Houghtelling, whom he married in December 2015 in Arlington.
An avid outdoorsman, Tim found his greatest joys in hunting, fishing, and camping. His deep love for nature and family created countless cherished memories for all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife, Wanda Houghtelling; his children, Joseph Mills, Atrisha Cole, Timothy Mills-Arnst Jr., and Jennifer Hall; son-in-law, Dustan Hall; daughter-in-law, Andrea Arnst; his sisters, Virginia Large and Carol Handley; his brother, Kim Hallam; his brother-in-law; Les Large; and his grandchildren, Brittani, Justice, Olivia, Taylor, Haylee, Kaden, Chyann, Liam, Prestyn, Cohen, and Emery. He also leaves behind his great-grandson, Tommy Cook.
Tim was preceded in death by his mother, Elaine Keller.
His legacy lives on in the hearts of his family and friends. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
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Sweeney Payton Mortuary has been entrusted with the arrangements.
