Jacqui Harmala Arndt

Jacqui Lynn Harmala, 31, of Belt, passed away in a tragic accident on August 30, 2014.A Celebration of her Life will be held at Belt Valley High School Gymnasium on Saturday, September 6, 2014 at 1:00 p.m., and continued at The Belt Pavilion. Schnider Funeral Home is handling arrangements.Jacqui Lynn Harmala-Arndt was born in Billings, Montana on May 28, 1983 to proud parents Mark and Becky Harmala. As a child, Jacqui was daring and fearless, quickly making her a leader. Her favorite childhood memories always included family and friends. This love for others was never lost on anyone. She thrived on making people happy.Jacqui also excelled in athletics. Being active was a very important part of her life. Growing up she developed a passion for softball. She was competitive and always pushed herself to be the best she could possibly be.Jacqui graduated high school from Billings West in 2001. Energetic and free spirited, she dove into her adult life with full force. She began a career as a CNA. In time, her career would transition into being a small business owner.During the winter of 2003, while visiting her favorite small town, Jacqui met the love of her life, Jeffrey Arndt. As their relationship blossomed, she chose to make Belt, MT her home. After several wonderful years together, they welcomed their first child into the world. Karson James was born June 1, 2006. Being a mother was Jacquis proudest achievement. Not long after they were blessed with two more beautiful babies. Markki Grace was born December 2, 2010 and Parker Rae on March 18, 2013. Jacqui loved her children more than words can say. She was always coming up with fun things that her and the kids could do. Her amazing artistic abilities were put to use daily. She had no lack of imagination and shared all of her family adventures with others.Being around people was a necessity of life for Jacqui. Her strong personality drew people in and they quickly became friends for life. There was never a dull moment spent with this special person, her infectious laugh and snappy wit brightened everyones day.She had a unique and deep connection with her Father, we find peace in the fact that she is reunited with him and they will spend an eternity playing music together.She is survived by her husband, Jeffrey Dennis Arndt; children Karson James Arndt, Markki Grace Arndt, and Parker Rae Arndt; grandparents Jim & Billie Spitzer; mother Becky Ann Harmala; siblings Jason Emil (Kayla) Harmala & Jennifer Marie (Matt) Harmala; niece Marissa Elizabeth Hall; mother-in-law Trudy (Steve) Whitmore; sisters-in-law Jessica (Bob) Arndt & Katie (Pat) Whitmore; brother-in-law Michael (Michaela) Whitmore; along with several other family and friends who meant the world to her.She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Elmer & Grace Jarvi; father Mark Ernest Harmala; father-in law Dennis Arndt; and Bob Schreiner.In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please send donations to help support Jacquis husband and children during this tragic time at http://www.gofundme.con/dua6zg.Ill love you forever and a day to the moon and back