McKenna Arso

McKenna Richie Arso, was born on July 19th, 2024 to Kristy and Steve Arso. McKenna was the second miracle born to her parents. She was adored by her older sister, Harper. Harper always wanted to be a part of everything involving her sister: from helping with bottles, diapers, to bath time. Her play name was Kenna Benna, a name Harper called her while she was holding her before breakfast. 

McKenna's smile would light up a room. From the smiles she gave her mother every morning, to the same giant smiles greeting her father coming home from work. McKenna loved watching the world around her, a world that included her numerous pets. McKenna loved being held in her mother's arms and watching football with her father. McKenna was a constant reminder of joy and happiness. A reminder to share a smile with those around you. McKenna’s memory will live on through all those that she touched. Our Smiley, our Kenna Benna. 

McKenna is survived by her parents, Steve and Kristy Arso; big sister, Harper Arso; great-grandpa Robert Arso (Bismarck); grandparents, Richard and Mary Kelsch (Bismarck); grandma, Nancy Arso (Bismarck); aunts and uncles, Teri Arso (Bismarck); Michael Arso (Maricopa) Alice Arso (Bismarck); Heather and Casey Sease (Bismarck); Jennifer and Nathan Pedersen (Bismarck); Cody Arso (Bismarck); Lindsey Arso (Fargo); Preston Pollard (Bismarck); Britni Pollard (Denver); cousins Kya, Sierra, Christian, Gianna, Cavelli, Aminah, Kaisley, Kinzley, Kashton, Paul, Genesis, Jiuseppe, MyLove, and Mecca; Monte, Mandy, and Maisie Arso (Bismarck); Sierra, Craig, Logan, and Liam Olson (Bismarck); Anthony Arso (Rochester); Greg Arso and Geno Arso-Cruz (Bismarck)

McKenna was preceded in death by her great-grandma, Kathleen Arso; uncle, Leslie Balliet and cousin, Sonia Heidenreich.

A private family service will be held for family and friends.