Arnold Edward Stanko
May 10, 1951 ~ January 16, 2022
Arnold Edward Stanko, age 70 of Perry, passed away on Sunday, January 16th, 2022. He was born May 10, 1951 in Lorain, Ohio to Emil and Mary (Reis) Stanko.
Arnold enlisted into The United States Marine Corps and volunteered for deployment to the Republic of Vietnam as a Combat Engineer, upon return from military service, Arnold pursued and accomplished his passion as a law enforcement professional until his retirement after 38 years, serving the last 17 years as a Chief of Police. Arnold started his law enforcement career with Lake County Narcotics Agency, as an undercover narcotic’s agent.
Arnold advanced his education and graduated from the following: Lorain County Community College, Lakeland Community College (LCC) earning his Associate Degree in Political Science, Lake Erie College, earning his Bachelors of Science Degree in Sociology, Federal Bureau of Investigations National Academy, Police Executive Leadership College at Ohio State and numerous leadership and strategic in-service training schools throughout Ohio.
As Chief of Police, Arnold participated in the strategic planning of three sitting presidential appearances. He pursued full-scale hands-on interagency training with first responders from Lake, Cuyahoga and Geauga Counties. Arnold was also a founding board member of the Northeastern Ohio Amber Alert.
Since 2014, Arnold was employed as an agent for Pinkerton Consulting and Investigations Inc. He had been entrusted as a Lead Agent with providing protection to five presidential campaign rallies, for President Donald J. Trump, the Republican National Convention, major news network’s high-profile reporters, executives and dignitaries, large international political organizations and large national and international corporations.
Arnold leaves behind wife of 31 years, Babette; children, Cierra, Nikolas, Jeffrey and Jennifer; grandson, Dylan Byers; sister Marsha Rosso and brother Art (Bev) Stanko; beloved canines, Akeeda, Oakley and granddog Bullet… missing him deeply and waiting for him still. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Michael; and step-father, Ralph Eanes.
Friends will be received 3-7 pm Friday January 21, 2022 at Behm Family Funeral Home, 26 River Street in Madison. Funeral Service will be held 11 am Saturday, January 22, 2022 at St. Cyprian Church 4223 Middle Ridge Rd, Perry, OH 44081. Contributions may be made in Arnold’s name to Orange Heart Medal Foundation, 13833 Owens Chapel Road, Springfield, TN 37172. The Behm Family Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online obituary and guestbook at www.behmfuneral.com
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Great man an a good marine, I will miss are chat on occasions we had, god bless his wife an kids. Prayers
Babette, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for you and the family. If there is anything I can do please let me know. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers
On behalf of the Amvets Post 1971 and myself, our hearts go out to the family of Arnie! He was a very special man. He worked so hard for all of the veterans, and we are proud to have known him! His heart was always with every veteran. I myself am proud to have worked with him, and he will forever be in my heart and memories! Thank you Arnie 🇺🇸 You were a great American patriot!!!
Babette and family,
We are very sorry for your loss.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rich and Jayne Blaha and family
Perry,Oh
Dear Sissy, Cierra and Nikolas,
Your all in our thoughts and prayers. Our hearts grieve with loosing Arnold. He was a true Hero.
Sending love and hugs.
Pic and Ronnie
Rest In Peace Arnold.
Dear Babbette and family, so very sorry for your loss. I never met him, but I can only imagine what a huge loss you must all feel. Babette, you were always so kind and Loving , at Visiting Angels. Sending a big hug.
We are sorry for your loss. May the love and memories fill your hearts during this time.
Did not know Mr. Stanko, but he sounded like quite a man, and I thank him for his service.
Our deepest condolences to the family of Arnold. I remember him being a very kind person. God Bless him and thank you for serving Arnold. Prayers are with the family.🙏
Bee, Cierra and Nicholas, I am so sorry for your loss. May you all be able to find peace in knowing he is at rest. He will always be with you in your hearts.