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KINSMAN -- Bertha M. Clute, 79, of Kinsman, passed away Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at her home.
She was born Nov.16, 1938, in Pulaski Township, Pa., the daughter of Walter and Ollie May McPheron Rice.
Bertha was a 1956 graduate of Vernon High School, later serving as treasurer of the Vernon Alumni Association.
She retired from Delphi-Packard as a mold operator after working 30 years. She was also the first female bus driver for the Joseph Badger school district.
Bertha was a member of the Vernon United Methodist Church.
She enjoyed playing cards and reading.
On Nov.10, 2014, Bertha was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Clute, whom she married July 20, 1957.
She is survived by two grandchildren, Ashley Clute of Braceville and Brian Clute of Niles; a great-grandson, Keegan Cromley; and a sister, Dorothy Fields of Cortland.
She also was preceded in death by a son, Bryan Edward Clute, in 2006; a sister and two brothers.
A memorial service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, in the chapel of the Kinsman Cemetery. The Rev. MaryAnn Rufener will officiate the service.
Condolences and tributes may be sent to www.gallowayonstott.com.
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