Bernice Kleinert, 98 of Chebanse passed away at her home on Sunday, May 10, 2020. She was born on October 25, 1921 in Momence, the daughter of Elmer and Brittana (Vail) Martin.

She married William F. Kleinert on February 28, 1939 in Momence and he preceded her in death on October 27, 2005. She was also preceded in death by her parents; seven brothers; six sisters; three grandchildren, Steven Kleinert, Katherine Kleinert, and Gary Kleinert; and one great-great-grandchild.

She is survived by two sons, Darryl (Ruth) Kleinert of Chebanse and Allyn (Marlis) Kleinert of Ashkum; one daughter, Charlene Rieken of Chebanse; nineteen grandchildren; forty-one great-grandchildren; eleven great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Kleinert was a member of the United Church of Christ in Chebanse and Harmony Circle of the United Church of Christ. She was also a member of Mills School Mother’s Club.

Private services will be held at Knapp Funeral Home in Clifton. Pastor Marsha Collins will officiate. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Chebanse.

Memorials may be made to the United Church of Christ in Chebanse.

Please share a memory of Bernice at www.knappfuneralhomes.com