Arlin Derstine Shisler, 96, of Lansdale, Pa., died May 24, 2026, at Dock Woods Community at Living Branches. He was the husband of Esther (Ruth) Shisler, his wife of 48 years, and the late Beulah P. Shisler. Born Feb. 24, 1930, in Souderton, Pa., he was the son of the late Claude Moyer Shisler and Susanna Derstine Shisler. He was a 1948 graduate of Souderton High School and attended Goshen College. He worked as a painting contractor for more than 50 years, including 40 years as owner of Arlin D. Shisler Painting. He earned a reputation throughout the North Penn area for exceptional craftsmanship, professionalism and integrity.

Arlin was a devoted member of Plains Mennonite Church, where he served in leadership roles. A lover of classical and choral music, he sang in church and community choirs, including the Franconia-Lancaster Choral Singers. He and Esther shared a love of travel and adventure, exploring more than 60 countries together. He enjoyed coin collecting, birdwatching, automobiles and reading biographies. He was passionate about family and local history and delighted in sharing that knowledge with others.

Arlin found purpose in serving others. Whether through his church, community organizations or quiet acts of kindness, he was always willing to lend a hand to those in need. Family and friends remember his thoughtful perspective, ready smile, understated wit, calm strength, generous spirit and unwavering devotion to faith and family.

In addition to his wife Esther, he is survived by his daughters, Brenda L. Wall (Christopher) of Green Lane and Donna G. Speakman (William) of Harrisburg; son Karl E. Shisler (Bernadette) of Guam; daughter-in-law Audrey Shisler of Hanover; sister Ruth Bunton of New Holland; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Kent Shisler; grandson Joshua Wall; sister Emily Lapp; brother Harold Shisler; stepmother Naomi S. Derstine Shisler; and Beulah P. Shisler, the mother of his children.