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Arlene Schellhamer Obituary

Arlene E. (Lentz) Schellhamer, 90, of New Tripoli, PA. passed away on November 7, 2021 at Kutztown Manor, Kutztown, PA. She was the loving wife of Paul D. Schellhamer, having celebrated their 71st wedding anniversary in April of 2021. Born in Lynn Township, PA., she was the daughter of the late Richard S. and Carrie A. (Moyer) Lentz. Arlene was a caring homemaker, as well as, a helping hand on the family farm. She was a member of Ebenezer UCC Church, New Tripoli, PA. In addition to her husband, survivors include her son, Randy P. (Kristin) Schellhamer of Womelsdorf, PA.; daughters, Linda A. (Marvin) Heck of Blandon, PA., and Karen D. (Randy) Dietrich of Wanamakers, PA.; six grandchildren, Matthew (Stacey) Heck, Stephanie (Steve) Miller, Natalie Schellhamer, Daniel Schellhamer, Julie (Bradford) Byler, and Haley (Kenneth) Pilat; six great-grandchildren, Connor and McKenzie Heck, Caleb and Jacob Miller, Sophia Pilat, and Nathan Byler. Arlene was predeceased by siblings Ezra Lentz, Lillian Fritz, Florence Wetzel, and two infant brothers. Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home, New Tripoli, PA. Visit www.nesterfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Morning Call on Nov. 9, 2021.

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