Arline Tallman
Arline Tallman

Obituary of Arline R. Tallman

Arline Rita Tallman, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 22, 2023, at the age of 90. Her life was one of love, laughter, and boundless joy. Born in Maspeth, Queens in 1933, Arline was the daughter of James and Irene Reynolds and the loving sister of Janice and James. Arline's love story with Rocco Joseph Romanelli was a beautiful one. They shared 29 wonderful years together, raising their family in Bellmore, NY. Their summers were filled with family gatherings by the swimming pool, and they went on many unforgettable vacations all over the country. Arline's warm and inviting personality made every birthday and holiday celebration a joyous occasion. After Rocco's passing, Arline found love again when she married Walter Tallman in 1991. Walter's children, Walter Jr, Marion, Allen and Christopher, and grandchildren welcomed her with open arms. Arline was a successful switchboard operator for many years, working for several companies throughout her career. She was also a champion bridge player and loved bowling with her friends. Arline was a very talented artist, and her drawings and paintings were a testament to her deep passion and vivid imagination. She enjoyed dancing, reading, traveling, and playing board and card games with her many grandchildren. Arline's beautiful smile, sense of humor, and colorful stories will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She leaves behind three sons, Paul (Joanne), Steven (Karen), and Glenn (JoAnne), as well as grandchildren Rocco (Rebecca), Stephanie, Jessica, Ryan, and Alia, and great-grandchildren Bruno and Luciano. She will be forever remembered as a shining example of love, strength, and resilience, and her legacy will continue to inspire generations to come. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Arline's name to the American Cancer Society. Visitation will be Friday, April 28th from 4-8pm at C.S. Bartholomew & Son, Inc., 302 S. Bedford Ave., Bellmore. A service in the funeral home will be Friday, April 28th at 6pm at C.S. Bartholomew & Son, Inc., 302 S. Bedford Ave., Bellmore. Interment to follow Saturday, April 29th at 10:30am in Holy Rood Cemetery, Westbury.
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Friday
28
April

Visitation at Funeral Home

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday, April 28, 2023
Clair S. Bartholomew & Son, Inc.
302 So. Bedford Ave.
Bellmore, New York, United States
Friday
28
April

Funeral Service

6:00 pm
Friday, April 28, 2023
Clair S. Bartholomew & Son, Inc.
302 So. Bedford Ave.
Bellmore, New York, United States
Saturday
29
April

Final Resting Place

10:30 am
Saturday, April 29, 2023
Holy Rood Cemetery
111 Old Country Road
Westbury, New York, United States