Cansata L. Arnold, Longtime Sedalia Resident, Dies at 78

Arnold was a hairdresser and cosmetologist who was active in her local church and community.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Cansata L. Arnold, a 78-year-old resident of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at her home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. at McLaughlin Funeral Chapel, with Chaplain Erich Kurz officiating. Arnold was a long-time hairdresser and cosmetologist until her retirement, and was an active member of the First United Methodist Church Celebration Center in Sedalia.

Why it matters

Arnold's passing marks the loss of a longtime community member and small business owner in Sedalia, where she had lived for decades. Her involvement in her local church and activities like teaching Sunday School and playing Rummikub with friends highlight her commitment to the Sedalia community.

The details

Cansata L. Arnold was born on April 4, 1947 in Marshall, Arkansas to Arlis and Lillian George Passmore. She married J.E. 'Jay' Arnold on February 14, 1970 in Wentzville, Missouri, and he preceded her in death on January 15, 2010. Arnold is survived by a son, Lee Arnold of Kansas City, Missouri; a daughter, Becky Gonzalez and her husband Phil of Sedalia; a grandson, James Vogler and his great-granddaughter Sadie Sue; her daughter-in-law Becky Dochterman of Lee's Summit, Missouri; and four sisters.

  • Cansata L. Arnold passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
  • Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 11:00 A.M.

The players

Cansata L. Arnold

A 78-year-old resident of Sedalia, Missouri who was a long-time hairdresser and cosmetologist until her retirement, and an active member of the First United Methodist Church Celebration Center in Sedalia.

J.E. 'Jay' Arnold

Cansata L. Arnold's husband, who preceded her in death on January 15, 2010.

Lee Arnold

Cansata L. Arnold's son, who lives in Kansas City, Missouri.

Becky Gonzalez

Cansata L. Arnold's daughter, who lives in Sedalia, Missouri.

James Vogler

Cansata L. Arnold's grandson.

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The takeaway

Cansata L. Arnold's passing marks the loss of a longtime community member and small business owner in Sedalia, Missouri, where she was active in her local church and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.