Arlene Bartholomew, age 77, of Stratford, passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2016 in her home. Arlene a retired retailer was born in Bridgeport to the late Louis and Antoinette (Roberto) Terzo and has been a lifelong area resident. She is survived by 2 sisters, Patricia Gomez of Ansonia and Marie Staley and her husband George of Aloha, OR, a brother Louis Terzo and his wife Joan of Manchester, 6 nieces and nephews, 6 great nieces and nephews, 1 great-great nephew, 1 great-great niece and several cousins. Arlene was predeceased by her beloved son Robert "FIG" Figmic.  She will be missed by her aide Dory, who took wonderful care of her and by her two dear friends, Trudi and Elena. Funeral services are private and have been entrusted to the Adzima Funeral Home 50 Paradise Green Place Stratford. A memorial service will be announced at a later date.