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Gertraude Betti L. Hall, 88, died March 23, 2026 in Fort Pierce, Florida.
Mrs. Hall was born on January 10, 1938 in Peine, Germany and had been a resident of Fort Pierce for 67 years.
Prior to retirement, she worked as a secretary and bookkeeper for Jacobson Auction Realty Co.
Gertraude enjoyed gardening, crocheting, and knitting. She loved going to the beach, reading, and working German crossword puzzles. She also loved her dogs and enjoyed watching the birds come to the feeder from the comfort of her recliner.
Survivors include her husband, David Hall of Fort Pierce, FL; daughters, Bonny Arnold and Linda (Raymond) Smith, both of Fort Pierce, FL; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her father, Dietrich Meinken; mother, Gertrude Meinken; and grandson, Michael R. Smith.

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