Ann C. Arnold

Ann C. Arnold, 87, of Bethlehem, died on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. She was born in Bethlehem, PA. Ann was the daughter of the late Paul Steinbach and Eva (Meyers) Steinbach. She was the loving wife of the late, Allen Arnold, Sr.

Ann was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Her life was centered greatly on motherhood, family, faith, and kindness. Ann worked as a sewing factory operator early in life. She worked as a home care worker and kitchen aide, where she was known for her reliability, her warm smile, and the way she treated everyone with respect. In her free time, she enjoyed gardening, cooking, reading, and crafting. She shared those passions with the people she loved.

She was a parishioner of Holy Ghost Catholic Church, Bethlehem, Pa. Her faith was an important part of her life, guiding her with patience, compassion, and a steady belief in caring for others.

Survivors: She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Debra A. (Arnold) Leauber, of Lehighton; son, Allen, Jr. and his wife, Susan, of Catasauqua; four grandsons, Jacob, Zachary, and Daniel Leauber, and River Arnold; one great grandson, Robert Michael Leauber; brother Joseph Steinbach and his wife, Gertrude Arnold.

In addition to her parents and husband, Ann is preceded in death by her loving son-in-law, Robert J. Leauber; sisters, Theresa, Elizabeth, and Eva; and her brother, Paul.

A viewing for family and friends will be held on Thursday, June 4, 2026 from 10-11 a.m. at Connell Funeral Home, Inc., 245 E. Broad Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018, with a funeral service beginning at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Holy Saviour Cemetery.

Contributions: Memorials may be made to Holy Ghost Church, Bethlehem, or the American Cancer Society, 1818 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19103.

Condolences may be offered online at www.connellfuneral.com.