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Clara V. Bertz, 80

May 10, 2018

Clara V. Bertz, 80, of Ephrata and formerly of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at Keystone Villa.
She was the wife of Sheldon E. Bertz, Sr., who passed away this past October 29th. They were married for 55 years. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary Sue Pastino Lombardo.
Clara had worked from 1976 to 2012 in the food service department at Franklin & Marshall College.
She was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church. Her dedication to praying the Holy Rosary was very important to her and she was a member of the Rosary club at Keystone Villa where she resided. She was a 1956 graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School.
Clara enjoyed cooking, baking, and spending time with her grandchildren and her girlfriends.
Clara is survived by her son Sheldon Jr., married to Debra Bertz of Kennett Square; her grandsons Joseph and Nicholas; and her sisters all of Lancaster: Mildred Segro, Angie Voci, Marion Pautz, and Josephine Celia. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Michelle Marie Bertz, and her sister, Mary Starr.
Friends will be received at St. Anne’s Catholic Church, 929 N. Duke St. Lancaster, PA on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 from 10-11AM, with the Mass to be celebrated at 11AM. Interment in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Clara’s memory to the Dominican Sisters of the Perpetual Rosary, 1834 Lititz Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601.

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May 20, 2018

My sincere condolences to Clara’s family at this time. Clara was so sweet and thoughtful at F&M, always treating everyone with such love and patience. And when we would see her and her husband when we were out for a neighborhood walk, they both always stopped and chatted with us and our children. They are both missed. Sincerely, Jennifer Morford and family

May 16, 2018

I did not know Clara well, but when I was able to have lunch at the Buchnan Room at F&M, it was such a pleasure having her there.  Clara was always so kind, caring and pleasant.  The rest of my day, each and every time, was so much brighter!  I strived to “pay it (her kindness) forward.”  I’m sure she made an enormous difference in the lives of her loved ones, but she also did so for many others who just crossed her path for a little while.  Kathy from F&M

May 16, 2018

Clara was kind and warm, and I always looked forward to seeing her at lunch in the Buchanan Room.  My deepest condolences to her family on their loss.  Kathleen Spencer

May 15, 2018

In my many years of employment at Franklin and Marshall, Clara was a constant ray of sunshine, always with a smile, a kind word and genuine friendliness, forever making you welcome, like you were the most important person she was serving that day. Of course, this was how she treated everyone. What a treasure!  Many condolences to her loving family.
Marty McGrath

May 15, 2018

Even though I only knew Clara for a short time she made such an impact on me.  What a kind, thoughtful, and caring person she was.  Always asking about others, praying for the sick, etc.  My heart and prayers go out to Clara’s family.  Lanie Gould

May 15, 2018

So sorry for your loss. Clara was always so kind and cheerful. I got to know here thru her sister, my dear friend Millie. Mary Jane Ferretti

May 15, 2018

I’m am so sorry for your loss.  Clara was a kind, caring soul and I always looked forward to seeing her at the Buchanan Room at Franklin & Marshall.  Prayers to your family and friends who knew and loved Clara.
Lynne Hackman, Financial Aid Office, F&M

May 15, 2018

My deepest condolences to Clara’s family. She made every lunch time so friendly by always providing personal, and caring attention. The college has missed a spirit such as hers and now her family will as well. With sympathy for your loss, Louise Stevenson, prof.

May 14, 2018

I am very sorry for your loss. Clara was adearsweet lady i had the pleasure of working with at f and m . I will never forget her such a sweetheart. RIP  
Patti And Penny

May 14, 2018

I always looked forward to chatting with Clara at the Buchanan Room at Franklin & Marshall. She treated everyone with respect, and was always kind and cheerful. She made us all feel at home!
— Virginia Maksymowicz, Professor, F&M

May 14, 2018

I fondly remember Clara–she was consistently kind and caring.  My condolences to her family. Sincerely, Lisa Stilwell

May 14, 2018

Thank you Clara for your years of cheerful and helpful service at F&M. Sincere condolences to the family. 
Carol de Wet

May 14, 2018

I am indeed one of the members of the faculty who knew Clara when she worked here at F&M. Her generous and gentle spirit, as well as her dedication to serving everyone with a high degree of excellence and decorum stand in vivid memory.  Please accept my condolences upon her passing.  Sincerely, Michael Penn

May 14, 2018

I’m so sorry for your loss.  I remember Clara fondly from the time I began working at F&M in 1993.  She was a very loving and kind spirit.  
Wendy Baker Davis

May 14, 2018

Throughout my 10 years at F&M Clara was a constant ray of kindness and caring, always making everyone feel welcome.  My condolences to her family. Eliza Reilly
 

May 13, 2018

Our deepest sympathy to Sheldon and Debra and family. Dear Aunt Clara will always be remembered for her warm hospitality and caring nature. We will miss you. RIP.
Love Josette Celia Dannessa and family.

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Wednesday, May 16, 2018
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
St. Anne’s Catholic Church
929 N. Duke St.
Lancaster, PA
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