Arnold Pruden

'Batman'

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Arnold Pruden, at his home in Fairford Manitoba on January 3, 2026, at the age of 58 years.  

Arnold Leaves to mourn his children Liz Sumner, Loretta Maud (Steven), Farrah Sumner, Ethan (Francheska) Pruden, and Janice (Gary) Cook; Grandkids Garrett, Talise, Nevaeh (Greg), Kierra, Deacon, Lillani, Xayden, Zariah, Teddy, Dayton and Zaleena; Mother in-law, Viola Sumner; Sisters Eleanor Pruden, Cecilia Pruden, Margaret (Mike) Pruden, Carmen Piche, Brother Lance Piche, David Pruden; In-laws William, Clifford Sumner, Doreen Sumner; Uncles, Ralph Sumner and Ray Sumner and aunties Colleen, Lorna, Garda, Jean, Sharon, Elaine, Helen Pruden; his nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Arnold was predeceased by his wife Lillian Pruden (2022); parents George (2006) and Harriet Piche (2022); granddaughter Precious (2019); brother Gordie; good friend, Glen Anderson; as well as numerous other relatives.

Arnold was a security worker for the Fairford Band for many years, in the early 2000’s he was the coach for Fairford Lightning Baseball team. Arn was known for liking old cars, watching wrestling and hockey. 

Arnold and Lillian met in 1990, married in April 1999. Arnold and Lillian together raised 3 daughters. When mom passed in 2022, he continued to be a father/mother role to the girls. His grandkids were special to him; they will miss papa so much. Special mention Kierra and Dayton were papas bosses.

We feel the loss, but we have peace knowing he’s with Mom, who he missed dearly, she was his queen, he was her king. 

Thank you everyone who showed up that morning, thanks for the food, drinks and for just stopping by. Pinay CNC, and everyone who helped in anyway. 

Wake Service: Friday, January 16, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fairford House of Prayer, Fairford, Manitoba

Funeral Service: Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. at the Fairford House of Prayer, Fairford, Manitoba

Interment: St. Helen’s Anglican Church Cemetery, Fairford, Manitoba

Officiant: Pastor Wilfred Bruce

Pallbearers:
Jonathan Pruden, Richard Woodhouse, Jack Chartrand, 
Steven Maud, Albert Sumner, William Sumner, 
Donovan Bridal, Raymond Marsden 

Crossbearers:
Dayton Anderson, Kierra Maud 

Honorary Pallbearers:
Ted Woodhouse, Garnet Woodhouse, Jason Spence, Allan McLean, Gordan McLean, Cindy Woodhouse-Nepinak, Verna Woodhouse, Ashern Dialysis Unit, Mindy, Lenore, Tammy, Seena, Heather and Tristan Maud, Pinay Med van drivers, Trina Maud, Evy Decker, Clarence Hamilton, Clifford M Sumner. Candice Maud, Clint Anderson, Johnny Beardy, Linden Johnson, Leslie Sumner,  CJ Sumner. (If we missed anyone, we’re sorry) 

Daddy 
You gave me life, showed me everything I know, raised me the best you can, gave me everything and more.
 I’ll forever carry your legacy, you were my heart, my best friend, you and mom.
I’m heartbroken you both left me, but it brings me peace you’re both together, now wait for me. 
My job is now done, I took the best care of you both. I’ll cherish the time I got to spend with you, till we meet again  
Love your baby, Elizabeth