Thomas Marquez Arnold

Thomas Marquez Arnold, affectionately known as Rocc Sollid, passed away suddenly on October 19, 2026. Born on January 3, 1988, to Elaine Arnold and Henry Howard, Thomas leaves behind a legacy of love, loyalty, laughter, and cherished memories.

Thomas deeply loved his family, especially his children. He was devoted to his family and friends, and whenever someone needed help, Thomas was there—ready to lend a hand. He believed that family came first and was fiercely protective of those he loved.

Thomas had a joyful spirit and loved to dance. He and his cousin Marcus held many dance contests, playfully arguing over who had the best moves. He also loved to cook and grill, earning a reputation as the Grill Master. Thomas loved sharing jokes with his cousins, siblings, and friends, and joining in a game of the Dozens.
Thomas attended Akron Public Schools. He worked for more than 10 years at Doug Chevrolet, where he was an excellent vehicle detailer. Most recently, he worked in landscaping for Lonnie’s landscaping business.

Thomas was preceded in death by his mother, Elaine Arnold; maternal grandmother, Betty Jean Collins-Arnold; paternal grandparents, George and Mable Howard; grandfather, Royal Arnold; uncle, Ernest Howard; and

He is survived by father, Henry Howard; children, Taevia’re Brown, Azaria Livingston, and Armoni Brown; brothers, Dorland Arnold and David Easter; sisters, Latwana Moore, Caress Arnold, Melodee Arnold, Harriet (Eural) Johnson, Sandra (Jerry) Knox, Danielle Nicole Arnold, and LaRoyce Walker; uncles, Royal (Cassandra Hawkins) Arnold, Maurice (Wonderous Hasell) Arnold, and George Howard Jr.; nieces and nephews, Daishanay, Daisharay, David, Delila, Kamari, Deandre, Armohni, Dariah, Davaeh, Marquez, Skyler, Summer, Savannah, Mikala, and Reggie; great-niece, Da’Niyla; cousins, Marcus (Vicki), Charles, Dierre, Dominique (Shavaunta), Derek, Rayneal, Little Reese, Devenaire, Joseph, Jermaine (Angel), Larry (Christina), Laterril (Christina), Markia, Taishay, Sanora, Rachel, Rochelle, Yolanda, Ineka, Dajanique, Royalty, and Majesty; special friend, D.J. Woods; special aunt, Cassandra (Sandy); and many other relatives and friends.