Arnold Wikle, born 4/17/1953 in Whittier North Carolina.

Arnold carried the nickname Ziffel from his young years with his many mountain friends and nickname followed him with his move to Morganton, North Carolina. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia “Tricia” Sherrill Wikle. Arnold is survived by his daughter, Chanda Wikle, of the home. Arnold was a professional barber, a NASCAR enthusiast, a fisherman, but most of all, a beloved father, loving husband, and a great friend to many. Arnold will be missed by the many people he knew in and around the community of Morganton.