Patricia A. Bartholomew, 82, of Ft Myers, Fla., formerly of Allentown, died on Dec. 11, 2024.

She and her husband, Robert “Bob” C. Bartholomew, were married 62 years in March.

Born in Germansville, she was the daughter of the late Theodore and Arlene (Getz) Young.

A 1960 graduate of Parkland High School, she was a secretary for the former Western Electric and then for Coldwell Banker Real Estate for several years.

She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.

Always having a positive outlook on life, she loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by sons Scott Bartholomew (Kellie) of Sarasota, Fla. and Brandon Bartholomew (Kathi) of Allentown; brother Robert Young (Argelis) of Sarasota; grandchildren Chelsea Miklos (John), Tyler (Alexis), Hunter (Dana), Devin, and Jared Bartholomew; great-grandchildren Olivia, Logan and Greysen; and nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by brothers Byron, Donald and Allan Young; and a sister Loretta Serfass.

Services will be announced at a later date.

Condolences may be offered at kellerfuneralhomes.com.

Donations may be made to Dream Come True, c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box 52, Fogelsville, PA 18051.

Arrangements by Keller Funeral Homes Inc., Fogelsville.