He was born September 23, 1931, in Ravenna, Ohio, to parents Ernest G. and Margaret (Lang) Kline. Bernie served in the US Air Force and a year after discharge, married his beloved wife Rita (Romer) on May 14, 1955. They raised their family in Rootstown and were members of Immaculate Conception Parish.
Bernie was a former Rootstown Township Trustee and retired from Ravenna Oil after 30 years of employment in 1997. He enjoyed camping, boating, and riding his Honda Goldwing. Bernie also liked to play cards, especially euchre, watch NASCAR, and take care of his garden. He gladly took on the role of family handyman, always helping with projects, and was a proud grandfather.
Bernie is survived by his wife Rita Kline, children: Steve (Glenda) Kline, Ron (Sue) Kline, Alan (Julie) Kline, Joyce (Larry) Miller, Jane (Phil) Dobrilovic, grandchildren: Brandon, Melissa, Kevin, Abby, Jessie, Jenny, Matt, great-grandchildren: Willow, Korben, Amelia, as well as his siblings: Marge Boron, Dorothy (Mike) Friess, Charlie Kline, Geraldine (Chuck) Nance, Elaine (Denny) Samblanet, Ruth (Larry) Kunar, and Pauline (Bill) Damicone.
Bernie was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers Kenny and Jim Kline.
Private services were held at Immaculate Conception Church and he was laid to rest at Grandview Memorial Park. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Immaculate Conception Church.
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