Linda Kay Harris Arnold, a 59-year-old woman from Arlington, Texas, tragically lost her life on June 10, 2010. She was a music teacher who dedicated over 30 years of her life to educating others about the wonders of music. Linda was known for her vibrant personality and her love for her family, especially her granddaughter Kamryn.
The circumstances surrounding Linda's death were particularly harrowing. She was going through a bitter divorce with her husband, Patrick Edward Arnold.
On the day of her death, Patrick broke into Linda's home using a sledgehammer and fatally shot her in the yard. This incident occurred just a day after a judge had ordered him to pay spousal support and legal fees. Following the shooting, Patrick drove himself to a police station and surrendered.
Patrick Edward Arnold was later sentenced to 40 years in prison for the murder of his wife. He pleaded guilty to the crime, and the court accepted a plea agreement in the case. The tragic event left Linda's family and friends devastated, and her passing was mourned by many who knew her.
Linda Kay Harris Arnold's death serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact that domestic disputes and violence can have on individuals and families. Her memory lives on through the love and admiration of those who knew her and through the donations made in her honor to SafeHaven of Tarrant County, an organization dedicated to helping victims of domestic violence.
