Thelma Nettie Mannix Arkell

Thelma Nettie Mannix Arkell passed away February 1, 2020 while residing at Copper Ridge nursing home in Butte, MT.

Thelma was born in Deer Lodge, MT on May 24, 1934 to Ben and Edith Mannix. She is survived by her nine children, ten grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.

Thelma met the love of her life Jim (James) Arkell and Married in Helmville, MT on Feburary 10, 1953.

She is preceded in death by her husband Jim who passed in March of 2017.

Thelma was an active member in AAU Wrestling and TOPS for many years. She also enjoyed selling Avon and later selling and teaching ceramics.

Thelma will be sorely missed by everyone who knew and loved her.

No celebration of life is planned at this time but is in the planning for a later date.