Linda Clutts

Linda Clutts, 78, of Makanda, died Tuesday, April 21, 2020, at her home. 

She was born on May 18, 1941, in Anna, the daughter of the Rev. Ford and Janie Winchester Eaves. 

She married Fred Clutts on Aug. 7, 1959. 

She is survived by her husband Fred; her sons, Kenneth, Ben, Tom and his fiancée, Natalie; her sister, Betty Shaw; her grandchildren, Chris, Jon, Amber and Kasey; great-grandchildren, Skyler, Athena and Trudy; other relatives and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Stanley and Carroll; a sister, June; and her son, Arthur.

Linda’s achievements and interests included Cub Scout den leader and Cub Scout Master, where she earned the Silver Beaver award. 

She sang with the Sweet Adelines, served as a precinct committeewoman, as president of AARP, as a member of Home Extension, as president of the Anna-Jo Garden Club and as a member of the Red Hat Ladies. 

She enjoyed music, playing instruments and singing with bands and friends.

Linda’s motto was “Keep a smile on your face and a song in your heart.”

Private graveside services for Linda Clutts will be held at Casper Cemetery near Anna.

Memorials can be made to the Anna-Jo Garden Club and will be accepted at the funeral home.

To view the obituary and to leave online condolences for the family, visit www.rendlemanhilemanfh.com. 

Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Cobden is in charge of arrangements.