R. Dennis O'Berry

R. Dennis O'Berry

R. O'Berry Obituary

Published by Nelsen Funeral Home - Williamsburg on Nov. 7, 2008.
O'BERRY, R. Dennis, of Williamsburg, Va., passed away November 1, 2008. Dennis was born in Richmond, Va., on August 30, 1953 and was the son of June M. Ward of Nashville, N.C., and the late Russell H. O'Berry Jr. Dennis graduated from Virginia Tech with a degree in accounting and retired from Wachovia Bank after a 20-year career. He began a second career as a math teacher with Page Middle School in Gloucester, Va., in 2004. He was a pack leader with the Boy Scouts of America and was an avid Hokie fan. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Patricia M. O'Berry; two sons, Raymond Dennis and Ryan Dennis; his mother; two sisters, Sandra Gimbert of Richmond and Sharon Miller of Rocky Mount, N.C.; two brothers, Russell O'Berry III of Raleigh, and Patrick Sean O'Berry of Richmond; as well as uncles, nieces and nephews. Services will be held at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Road, Williamsburg, Va. Visitation will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, November 9, with a service following at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the United Cerebral Palsy Foundation, 1660 L. Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington, D.C. 20036-5602. Online condolences may be registered at www.nelsencares.com.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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November 13, 2008

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November 11, 2008

Elaine Barnes posted to the memorial.

November 11, 2008

Jim Apple posted to the memorial.

Bob Inskeep

November 13, 2008

I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Dennis back in the First Union days when he was there and I was a bank examiner with the OCC. I found Dennis a joy to be around. I am a 1973 VT alum so we had banking and our great university in common. The world is small as I am friend of Dennis' brother-in-law in Charlotte. God Bless Dennis' immediate and extended family.

Elaine Barnes

November 11, 2008

To the O'Berry Family,
It was my pleasure to be Dennis' mentor from ODU as he switched careers. We had many long candid conversations about teaching. He was dedicated and determined. He also shared his love and deep devotion for his family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jim Apple

November 11, 2008

I had the pleasure of working with Dennis early in our careers at Northwestern (later First Union) Bank in Wilkesboro NC. He was a very special and supportive colleague and friend. My heartfelt sypathies to Pat and the rest of the family.

tom marshall

November 10, 2008

I worked with Dennis at First Union.I always considered him one of the "good ones" .......trustworthy,excfeptional talent , and a lot of fun to be around. Always a great smile .

Kim Friedlin

November 8, 2008

Mr. O'Berry was a wonderful and caring teacher ... he always took the time to help my daughter Tori. He will be graetly missed by all that knew him . God bless you and your family. Kim Friedlin . Gloucester ,VA

Cindy Adams

November 8, 2008

Mr O'Berry was a special teacher... He cared for my daughter... He took his time to see that she would succeed. He was truly a blessing and He will be deeply missed...

Reggie Adams

November 8, 2008

Mr O'Berry was my favorite teacher of all... He would always spoil me... He made me feel special... I will always remember him as my favorite teacher

DELL BURKE

November 8, 2008

DEAR JUNE, PAT AND FAMILY,
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. I FULLY UNDERSTAND THE SHOCK AND HURT WHEN THIS HAPPENS SO SUDDEN. BUT REMEMBER GOD HAS A REASON FOR EVERYTHING HE DOES. WE MAY NEVER KNOW WHY, BUT BE ASSURED THAT IT IS HIS WILL AND HE ONLY MAKES GOOD DECISIONS.
IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO PLEASE CALL ME ANYTIMRE.
WITH MUCH LOVE FOR EACH OF YOU,
DELL

The Ponds

November 7, 2008

Dear Pat, Denny and Ryan,

We extend our heart-felt condolences to you and to Dennis's extended family. We will miss his generous spirit, good humor and friendship. May the love you shared be his legacy for you to cherish forever.

With love from your next door neighbors,

Steve and Johanna

Alexis Foster

November 7, 2008

Dear O'Berry Family,

My prayers are with you during this difficult time. Dennis was a remarkable teacher, co-worker, and friend to myself and others at Page Middle School. Be encouraged and know that God is with you even during this time of sorrow.

Wyvonnia Carter

November 7, 2008

Dear Oberry Family,
Death is something that we can't prepare ourselves for even though we know it is coming. Your lost is our lost, because he was a wonderful person ,always a gentleman, friend, and terrific teacher.
We would always enjoy the days that Dennis would bring Ryan to school with him on workdays.
Those days are gone, but not forgotten.
Always remember that we are here for you and that you will be in our prayers.
W. J. (Bunny) Carter
A. Leon Palmer-Page Middle School Teachers

bobbie doherty

November 7, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Julie Harris, Secretary

November 7, 2008

Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. It was truly a pleasure working with Dennis. He was a kind and caring teacher and a very special man.
Love,

Cathy Lewis, Bookkeeper

November 7, 2008

With my deepest sympathy to your family.
Sincerely,

November 7, 2008

Dear Pat and Boys,
Dennis was a compassionate teacher who was dedicated to enrich the lives of all of his students. He carried a special place in his heart for All students regardless of their differences. As a fellow staff member and friend, Dennis will be greatly missed. His sprit and humor made any day brighter. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Dana Cooper & Sandy Jones
Friends from Page Middle School
Gloucester,VA

Ada & David Gilman

November 7, 2008

Dear Pat and Your Sons,
We are extending our deepest sympathy to all of you and your entire Family.
Life is SO awfully unpredictable and it is SO hard to believe that Dennis has crossed to another plane and SO SUDDENLY. We keep seeing Dennis' car in the driveway and, at first, we were hoping it would drive away around 6:45 each morning, but no longer. Life is SO PRECIOUS and SO DELICATE. You are in our hearts. We are praying for your peace. PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE to let us know if you NEED ANYTHING, JUST ANYTHING; we would be honored to help. We are right here for you.
Ada and David, the neighbors

Susie Crouch Mathias

November 7, 2008

June, Sandra, Sharon & family, my heart goes out to you. I was so sorry to read this.

Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Let me hear from you when you get a chance.

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