Arnold "Arnie" Marcus Able

Arnold Marcus Able, known to everyone who loved him as Arnie, passed away on Saturday, July 11th, 2026 at his beloved home on Kent Island, MD. He was born on November 26, 1955, in Charleston, South Carolina, and grew up in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, the son of Henry and Theodosia Able. He is survived by his brothers, Michael, Hank, and Christopher, who remember him as a devoted brother throughout his life. Arnie went on to earn both his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Physics from Clemson University, laying the foundation for a career defined by curiosity, precision, and a drive to build something meaningful. He became a respected medical physicist and a natural entrepreneur, founding AMP Global, which later grew into Aspekt Solutions and was recently acquired by Varian, a Seimens Healthineers company. His work reflected a lifelong dedication to innovation and to improving the lives of others through science. It was through his work that Arnie met the love of his life, Karen, when he took a job with her father. Their connection was immediate and unmistakable, and after only five months together, Arnie proposed. He and Karen were married on June 20, 1981, beginning a partnership that would last a lifetime. Together they built a home and raised three children: Christopher, Jessica, and Samantha. Arnie took immense pride and joy in his family, a joy that only grew with the arrival of his five grandchildren, Alex, Isa, Olivia, Mateo, and Damian, who lovingly called him Papa and who he adored without measure. Outside of his professional accomplishments, Arnie was a man of many passions. He loved to travel, always eager to see new places and create new experiences. He was a passionate guitar player, finding joy in music throughout his life. He took on countless household renovation projects with enthusiasm, never one to shy away from a hands-on challenge. He was endlessly in pursuit of the perfect cappuccino, and he found quiet peace in birdwatching. He was an avid reader and cherished quiet evenings watching movies with Karen. But above all else, nothing brought Arnie more happiness than spending time with his grandchildren, who filled his later years with laughter and love. Arnie will be remembered as a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, a loyal brother, and a man who built a business, a marriage, a family, and a life, with care, integrity, and heart. He had a special gift for gathering everyone under one roof, and he lit up whenever the whole family was together, trading stories and laughter around the table. He leaves behind a legacy of warmth and generosity that touched everyone fortunate enough to know him. He is survived by his wife, Karen Able; his son, Christopher Able, and wife, Michelle; his daughter, Jessica Rivero and Gabriel Rivero; his daughter, Samantha Able, and husband, Michael Borges; his grandchildren, Alex, Isa, Olivia, Mateo, and Damian; his brother, Michael Able, and wife, Lynn; his brother, Hank Able; and his brother, Christopher Able, and wife, Kimberly. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Arnie's memory to Chesapeake Wildlife Heritage, in honor of his love of birdwatching and his cherished home on the Eastern Shore.

Arnold "Arnie" Marcus Able

November 26, 1955 - July 11, 2026