Randall B. Arnett

Randall B. Arnett, 74, of Rothschild, WI, passed away unexpectedly on February 6, 2026, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

He was born on June 5, 1951, in Beloit, Wisconsin, son of the late James "Carroll" and Edith (Evans) Arnett. On May 17, 1985, he married the love of his life, Dawn Musson in Rhinelander.

Randall attended Harper College in Palatine, Illinois. He began his career in sales with Coca Cola, where he devoted 25 years of service before embarking on a new chapter with his wife, Dawn. Together they fulfilled a dream by opening the Coffee Haus Inn in Schofield. Later, after moving their business to St. Petersburg, Florida for four years, they returned to Wisconsin to be closer to family. Randall continued his commitment to sales for over a decade with Schwan's food service until his retirement in 2013.

Randall was known as "all in" when it came to his hobbies. In his younger years, he was a fishing fanatic, often embarking on trips to Canada in pursuit of walleye. He held a particular fondness for the Northwoods of Wisconsin. In later years, Randall became actively involved with the International Pipe Smokers Club. His participation included attending their yearly convention in Chicago, where he enjoyed meeting in person with friends he formed through their Facebook club, which met online every Saturday. Family held a special place in Randall's heart, and his cherished grandchildren will fondly remember the silly side of his personality most.  

Randall is survived by his wife, Dawn Arnett of Rothschild; daughter, Jenny (Mathias Welle) Fox of Rothschild, son, Ryan (Deirdra Moon) Arnett of Little Chute, son, Nathan (Germaine) Fondie of Green Bay, and daughter, Tina Arnett; his four beloved grandchildren, Savannah, Zakkary, Madilynn, and Michelle; brothers-in-law, Jeffrey (Mary) Musson and Shane (Tina) Musson, both of Rhinelander, and George Kojis of New Zealand; nephew, Theo Parker; and his cherished cat, Pickles, along with many other relatives and friends who were fortunate to know him.

In addition to his parents, he was further preceded in death by his sister, Carlen Arnett.

Ascend Funeral Home & Cremation Care of Weston is assisting the family with arrangements.  You may leave messages and condolences for them at www.ascendweston.org.