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JOHN THOMAS BERRY
Born: May 24, 1926
Date of Passing: Oct 17, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOHN THOMAS BERRY John Thomas Berry, aged 87, of Winnipeg, passed away peacefully at the St. Boniface Hospital on Thursday, October 17, 2013. He was born on the family farm near Manitou, Manitoba on May 24, 1926, one of a family of six. In 1944 he joined the RCAF and was posted to British Columbia to patrol the coast. Many of his war stories later made their way into grand children's school projects. After the war, John attended the University of Manitoba, graduating with a degree in mechanical engineering. In 1949, he married Anne Kelly and they made their family home in River Heights and Fort Richmond. He pursued his engineering career throughout Manitoba, working for Underwood Mcllellan and later on managing many large projects including the building of Leaf Rapids, Winnipeg Wastewater Treatment Plant and the Bishop Grandin extension. John was a proud family man. Many of his fondest times were spent at the family cottage he built in Falcon Lake. He was predeceased by his first wife Anne and his second wife Asa, as well as son- in- law Kerry Baker and three brothers; Bill, Jim, and Don. John is survived and will be missed by Pat and Betty Jean Berry (Duncan and Andrew) , Tom and Nancy Berry (Michael and Jonathan), Joanne and Dave Maguire (Kristin and Buddy, Andrea, Greg and Sarah, Heather), Jamie and Ella Berry (Jaclyn and Valerie), and Barbara Baker (Sean and Holly, Kate). John is also survived by four great-grandchildren (Tea, Jaxon, Griffin and Wren) and two sisters, Dulcie and Barbara. Many thanks to the doctors and nurses at St. Boniface Hospital for their care and attention. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society 193 Sherbrook Street Winnipeg, MB, R3C 2B7. "Say not in grief that he is no more__ but live in thankfulness that he was." Hebrew proverb. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. www.chapellawn.ca 885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 21, 2013
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Just wanted to send you my deepest sympathy to you all. I have some great memories of your Dad when we were all young and playing in each other's yards on Lockwood. I know he will be missed. - Posted by: Carol Isford (Old neighbour) on: Oct 27, 2013
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Our deepest condolences to the Berry family. - Posted by: Ivan & Gail Windsor and Ed & Linda Gregory (Cousins) on: Oct 23, 2013
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I met John a short 4 years ago. I immediately felt a strong bond with him, recognizing him as a sharp minded man who knew what he wanted but also seeing a softness in him that actually reminded me of my father. Although our relationship was a professional one, I will truly feel the loss in his passing. I want to express my sincere condolences to his family and friends. - Posted by: Evelynne Callander (Business/ friend) on: Oct 22, 2013
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We are thinking of you and hope that happy memories of your father/grandfather help you through this difficult time. With deepest sympathy, Elaine & Reg - Posted by: Elaine & Reg Sourisseau (Friends) on: Oct 22, 2013
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Our deepest sympathy in the passing of your Dad/Grandpa. May the celebration of John's life ease the sorrow at this sad time. Judy and Jack - Posted by: Judy Bieganski and Jack Wiebe (Friends) on: Oct 21, 2013
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Our deepest condolences to Uncle Jack's family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. - Posted by: Arthur & Karen Berry (nephew) on: Oct 21, 2013
