Arlene M. Romine, 83, of Mt. Washington, returned to the Lord on Friday, June 2, 2023 at her home. She was the former Arlene Martin, a native of Garrard County, KY, a retired teacher with the Bullitt County Public School System where she worked for 32 years, and former chairman for the Kentucky Retired Teachers Association. Arlene was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Mt. Washington. She enjoyed traveling, especially her time in Leesburg, Florida, her convertible, shopping for good bargains, reading and watching old western’s. She loved and was so proud of her family. She especially enjoyed listening to her son auctioneer online. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James “Buzz” Romine; her parents, Roy and Opal Martin; two brothers, Richard and Roy Martin; and her longtime friend, Joe Pat Gaines. Arlene is survived by one son, Jay Romine; two grandchildren, Shelby Jacobsen (Justin) and A.J. Romine (Madyson); a great granddaughter, Ada Rae and was expecting her second, Jorja; one brother, Jimmy Martin (Mary); two sisters, Jean Vickers (John) and Sandy Martin; along with a host of nieces, nephews and many friends. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday, June 5, 2023 at First Baptist Church of Mt. Washington. Friends may visit Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at McFarland- Troutman-Proffitt Funeral Home and after 9 a.m. Monday at the church. Graveside service will be 2:30 p.m. Monday at the Richmond Cemetery, 606 E. Main Street, Richmond, KY.
Memorial gifts in her memory are suggested to Eastern Kentucky University College of Education.
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