Community lines street to say goodbye to Clydebank pub owner

A crowd stood outside Bernie's Mountblow Bar on Dumbarton Road. <i>(Image: NQ)</i>
A crowd stood outside Bernie's Mountblow Bar on Dumbarton Road. (Image: NQ)
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A heartbroken community turned out to say their goodbye to a beloved pub owner as her coffin stopped by the bar in a 'final farewell'.

Bernie McDermott, owner of Bernie's Mountblow Bar, sadly passed away in October leaving those who knew her 'devastated'.

As part of her funeral procession on November 14, Bernie was given a final goodbye to her pub as family, friends and pub-goers all turned out on Dumbarton Road to wish her farewell.

Lining the pub, crowds applauded the 'very special' Bernie as the hearse came to a stop outside her pub.

A floral tribute reading 'Bernie' was placed on her coffin as onlookers paid their respects.

Hundreds of tributes paid to 'queen' pub owner after passing (Image: Supplied)

Following the sad news announced on October 28, hundreds of locals have flooded social media with their kinds words and heartbreak at her passing.

Announcing the news, the team at Bernie's Mountblow Bar said: "It is with heavy heart and great sadness we announce the passing of our queen, Our Bernie

"Please bare with us for now but we wanted you to hear it from us."

"Us here at Team B are devastated at the sudden loss and shock and are trying to come to terms with it."

"Bernie was not just a local pub landlady she was a friend someone that would always help you out in times a need.

"She was a legend, everyone knew Bernie. She was a friend and an absolute fantastic boss to work for, she was always the life and soul of any party."

Local pubgoers and residents have flocked to share their 'heartbreak' at the news.

One commented: "I’m at a loss for words, seriously heartbroken for you all. Bernie was truly one of a kind, a genuine gem, and will be deeply missed.

A second said: "Little Mix loves you Berns. We will miss you along with the joy and laughter you brought into our lives."

Another added: "OMG what a lovely, friendly lady, always had time for a bit of humour. My thoughts and prayers to all the family and team B."

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