Roger Stanton Berry, Sr.
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Roger Stanton Berry, Sr.

  • September 19, 1929 - August 26, 2011
  • Westlake, Ohio
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“Nancy, you & your family have my deepest sympathy. I'm sure that a book could be filled with "Roger memories" writtenby all his many friends &...Read More » ”
1 of 25 | Posted by: Maureen Mancuso - Middleburg Hts, OH

“Kathy, Please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days. Bob & Bonnie Vandenbergh ”
2 of 25 | Posted by: Bob Vandenbergh - Washington, MI

“Kathy, Leichia and I are very sorry to hear about your dad. We wish we could be with you today. Please know that you and your family ar e in our...Read More » ”
3 of 25 | Posted by: Scott Davis - West Portsmouth, OH

“Roger was a true gentleman. He was always a compassionate and caring person with a very big heart. Even while struggling with his own health...Read More » ”
4 of 25 | Posted by: Bill and Peggy Pierce - OH

“To Kathy - Our deepest sympathies to you on the passing of your father. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Henry, Clarice,...Read More » ”
5 of 25 | Posted by: Marc L. Williams - Kansas City, MO

“Kathleen, Tim & the entire Berry family: I was saddened to hear of Roger's passing. Kathleen spoke of him often. He has left this world a better...Read More » ”
6 of 25 | Posted by: Joe Weigel - Indianapolis, IN

“Dear Kathy, Kaitlyn & family: My sympathy to you on the passing of your father and grandfather. Kathy - I remember how nice it was of you to bring...Read More » ”
7 of 25 | Posted by: Jerry Hromada - Lorain, OH

“Kathy and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the coming days, and I pray for your comfort and peace. God bless each of you. ...Read More » ”
8 of 25 | Posted by: Jzyk Ennis - Trussville, AL

“I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Roger. I will always remember him bring me donuts when I would come into the funeral home with my...Read More » ”
9 of 25 | Posted by: Connor Berry - St. Louis, MO

“Dear Nancy, Kathy, Sheila, Nancy, Roger, Mark, and Tim, My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Thank God you have each other. I know...Read More » ”
10 of 25 | Posted by: Patricia Sheehan - Dexter, MI

“Kathleen & the entire Berry family please know that you have many friends who are keeping you in their prayers. ”
11 of 25 | Posted by: Terry & Carla Whitlock

“Kathleen, we are very sorry to hear of the death of your father. May the Lord Bless You and Your Family. May your Dad Rest In Peace. ”
12 of 25 | Posted by: Bill & Jenny Aaron - Surprise, AZ

“Dear Sheila, Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your father. Leo MacIntyre ”
13 of 25 | Posted by: Leo MacIntyre - Friend of Sheila

“To the entire family we extend our heartfelt sympathy. To Kathy we send our love, admiration and continued support during this difficult time. Bob...Read More » ”
14 of 25 | Posted by: Bob and Chris Biggins - Rockland, MA

“My prayers go out to all of you on roger's passing. He was one of a kind and had a great big heart. I do not think anyone fully realizes or knows...Read More » ”
15 of 25 | Posted by: Fr. Michael Rock, O. de M - LeRoy, NY

“Rogers nick name he chose for me was short drawers ill miss that RIP my family friend say hello to my dad when you see him ”
16 of 25 | Posted by: Martin miller - lakewood, OH

“Dear Kathy, I would like to extend my sympathy to you and your family. I am very sorry for your loss. I will keep all you in my prayers. ”
17 of 25 | Posted by: Anthony Quahliero - Struthers, OH

“Dear Kathy and family, My mother Kathleen, sister Sharon and I send our sympathy for your loss. We want you to know that my father, Tom Nickels...Read More » ”
18 of 25 | Posted by: Susan Nickels Kristof - Columbus, OH

“Kathleen, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. ”
19 of 25 | Posted by: Cortney Connelly - Chicago , IL

“Dear Kathleen, We were sorry to hear of your loss and wish to express our most sincere sympathy to you and all of your family. You will be in...Read More » ”
20 of 25 | Posted by: Lynn, Brenda and Christian Ochiltree - IA

“Kathy and Family- I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Justin Kaszowski ”
21 of 25 | Posted by: Justin Kaszowski - Niles, OH

“Dear Nancy, Kathy, Sheila, Nancy, Roger, Mark, and Tim. I will so miss Roger. He spent so many hours imparting his infinite wisdom and abundant...Read More » ”
22 of 25 | Posted by: Bob Solich - Fairview Park, OH

“Dear Kathy, Don and I are sorry to hear of your loss. God bless you and know you and your family are in our prayers. Sincerely, Don and Sue Jones ”
23 of 25 | Posted by: Don and Sue Jones - Worthington, OH

“Ms. Berry, Tim & the entire Berry Family, The entire Richards-Wilbert family sends it condolences to you and please know that you are in our...Read More » ”
24 of 25 | Posted by: Todd Dean - Waynesboro, VA

“Kathy and Family, We are sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Berry. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jon and Ellen ”
25 of 25 | Posted by: Ellen and Jon Rettig - OH


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Roger Stanton Berry Sr., age 81; beloved husband of 57 years to Nancy M. (nee Feighan). Loving father of Kathleen M., Sheila A., Nancy B. Peyton (Ron), Roger S. Jr., Mark (fiancee Therese Austin) and Tim. Loving papa of Molly and Ryan Peyton, Danielle, Roger III, Kaitlyn, Adam and Patrick Berry. Predeceased by his parents, Daniel and Margaret (nee Gilby) Berry, and siblings Patsy Greulich, Daniel L. Berry, Sr. and Joyce Ruddy.

Mr. Berry devoted his life to helping families in the capacity of a funeral director for over 50 years. When he was 16 years old, he began working at the funeral home when his brother Dan went off to war. In the 1960's he and his brother purchased the funeral home from his mother, Margaret. Roger was the owner of Berry Funeral Home in Cleveland's West Side, as well as in Westlake for many years. He was still employed by Busch Funeral and Crematory Services. Roger also served his country as a corporal in the United States Army during the Korean conflict.

Roger was a loyal friend, devoted husband to Nancy, whom he met at her grandfather's funeral and married at St. Luke's Church, as well as a dedicated father and grandfather.

Roger was a legend. Among his memberships Roger was involved with the Cuyahoga County Funeral Director's Association, Ohio Funeral Directors Association, National Funeral Director's Association and the Cleveland Embalmers Association. He was a founding member of the Callistian Guild in the Diocese of Cleveland, an organization that provides dignified burials to indigent Catholics. He was a board member and trustee of the HELP Foundation. He was on the board of St. Augustine Manor in Cleveland. He was a long time member of the Westwood Country Club and was a Hiberian Guaranture. He and his brother Dan were Irishmen of the Year. He was also a long time member of St. Malachi Church in Cleveland.

Roger passed away Friday August 26, 2011 at the Cleveland Clinic after a brief illness. Memorials may be forwarded to Magnificat High School, 1973 Star Scholarship, 20770 Hilliard Road, Rocky River, OH, 44116 or to St. Ignatius High School, John T. and Mary E. Feighan Scholarship, 1911 W. 30th St., Cleveland, OH 44113.

Mass of Christian Burial at St. Ladislas Church 2345 Bassett Road, Westlake, Tuesday August 30 at 10:00am (Please meet at Church). Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, Avon, OH. Friends may call at the BUSCH FUNERAL HOME, 21369 Center Ridge Road, Fairview Park, from 3-7pm Sunday and Monday.