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Arlene Robertson Obituary

Arlene M. (Derr) Robertson, 93, of Boyertown, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at St. Joseph's hospital in Reading. Born in Bechtelsville, she was the daughter of the late Franklin and Mabel (Nester) Derr. Arlene was a very loving and giving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. She was best friends with everyone and had a special ability to connect with people. Arlene was a long-time member of St. Andrew United Methodist Church in New Berlinville. Surviving is her son Michael T. Bartechko, husband of Dawn, of Reading; daughter Patricia A. King, of Oley; brother Earl Derr (Theresa), of Boyertown; sister Marian Weller (Forrest), of Bechtelsville; sister Pearl Moyer, wife of William, of Gilbertsville; 6 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren, and 1 on the way; and her loving cat Lola. Services will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Feb. 12, 2025.

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Iris Gonzalez

February 17, 2025

My deepest sympathy to the family... Arlene was a beautiful soul she was a mother to all of us..: she was our neighbor that touched us in many different ways.... we all love Arlene.... I am so honored to have met you and share many beautiful memories with you.... You will be miss dearly Arlene until we meet again Rip

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