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Lara Berry Obituary
Lara K. Berry VIRGINIA BEACH - Lara Katherine Berry, 21, passed away Sept. 22, 2008, at a local hospital. Lara was born July 27, 1987, in Virginia Beach. She graduated from Bayside High School and was a student at Virginia Wesleyan College. She was a member of Vineyard Community Church. Survivors include her parents, Richard D. Berry and Julie Carter Berry; sister, Amanda B. Grider and her husband Christopher S.; brother, Christopher James Berry, all of Virginia Beach; her grandparents, Lorna and Greeley Wyatt of Roanoke, Va.; three nieces, Hayley, age 9, Chaiyah, age 4 and Nicole, age 2. The family will receive friends Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. at Vineyard Community Church, 4444 Expressway Drive, Virginia Beach, where a celebration of Lara's life will be held at 3 p.m. with Pastors Andy and Sharon Meade and Pastor Ron Halsey officiating. A reception will follow at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Vineyard Community Church or Make-A-Wish Foundation. Rosewood-Kellum Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Friends may sign the guest register book at www.mem.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lara Berry
Reneissa
September 30, 2008
Lara, I had the pleasure of being your friend all throughout high school. Our times together were a blast. You're in a much better place now!!! I miss youu
-Bayside Class of 0-5
Melicia Limbo
September 30, 2008
I met Lara in elementary school. She was always a delight to be by. She made me smile with her jokes & cute remarks. May she rest in peace. --Class of '05, BHS; we love you, Lara.
Johanna Pepper
September 30, 2008
Dear Julie and family,
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss.
While I was in the hospital with Amanda, god spoke to me
About having joy in to mist of trials as it says in James1:2.
Consider it pure joy… well I had a hard time with that until
a pastor on the radio said” The scriptures said to have joy, not we need to be happy.”
Is this possible? So, we prayed for God’s joy and peace while our lord
Heals our hearts. Amanda and I where so thankful for the freedom
Not to be happy and the comforted that god was there still bringing
Joy just because he is god.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Johanna and Tim Pepper
Nicole Richardson
September 29, 2008
Bayside's Class of 2005 would like to send its condolences to Lara Berry's family. She will be missed.
beverly bolt
September 29, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Alex Swanner
September 26, 2008
Julie and Richard, I am deeply sorry for your loss. I remember when I used to come over and hang out with Lara and Christopher. She was an inspiration to everyone. She will be missed.
Lynn and Tom Sandridge
September 25, 2008
Deepest sympathy to the Berry family.We will keep you in prayer.
Monica and Brandon Boyce
September 25, 2008
Julie and Richard,
Our prayers go out to both of you, your family, and Lara. May God be with each of you during this time.
Eugene, Michele, Tristan & Zack Dill
September 25, 2008
Richard, Julie, Chris, Amanda and Family, We love you all so very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Lara was a great joy to be around and so full of life and beautiful. We will really miss her.
Donna Frost (Hughes)
September 25, 2008
We were shocked to learn of Lara's passing. It has been several years since we worked with her at Virginia Beach Christian Church. Lara was a sweet spirit and we were just recently wondering how she was doing. As others have said, heaven's gain is the world's loss. Chris, she really loved you and wanted the best for her brother. Donna and Robert Hughes
jennifer dill bryan
September 25, 2008
i love you, lara! Raegan and i will miss you very much...i hope to see you in heaven someday...love, jennifer and raegan
Howard Dill
September 25, 2008
Richard and Julie,
Lara will be greatly missed. She was always pleasant to be around, full of fun of and life. Our prayers will always be with you. Love you all lots.
Howard Dill and family (Todd County Kentucky)
Maureen Thomas
September 25, 2008
Dear Julie and Richard, You are in my prayers. I will miss her dearly. I will never forget the hugs she gave me and how she called me "beautiful". You're whole family has made me feel special and a part of the family. I thank God everyday for you all in my life. Lara would say "you need your Jesus Ms. Mo". I know now she's with Jesus and when we meet again I'm gonna dance with her and Our Jesus. I love you all!
Theresa Thompson
September 25, 2008
It has been such a joy having Lara as a member of my family. My love and prayers to each of you.
September 24, 2008
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Fisher.
Jerry & Terry Tolley
September 24, 2008
We are truly sorry for your Loss! Our prayers and thoughts are with the Berry family. Lara use to help my wife Terry in childrens church. We will miss her..
Vicki and Adam Gicz
September 24, 2008
Dear Julie and Richard,
Lara was a vital and vibrant gift and her passing leaves a space in this weary world. We will always cherish the special times she shared with us; she was always such fun, even in the face of adversity. The last visit we shared she talked about loving the song "I Can Only Imagine". Oh lovely Lara, we can only imagine your reward today for a life so beautifully lived. We love you.
Bobbie Brightbill
September 24, 2008
Our prayers are with you guys. I recall hearing at our family reunion many years ago about the request Lara gave the "Make a wish foundation". That "giving spirit" reflects what a special young lady Lara was even at that young age. This is one of the special memories we will always have of her.
Brandy Taylor
September 24, 2008
I was a nurse at Pediatric Diagnostic Center and cared for Lara quite often when she came in for appointments. She was such a joy; I always looked forward to seeing her beautiful smile. Lara will truly be missed. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Ron & Dawn Drew
September 24, 2008
Lara will be sadly missed. We will always remember the times spent with all of you and the shock on Laras face as well as the rest of you upon learning that you don't have the broth when eating New England boiled dinner..Or how she loved the phrase WICKED GOOD..Our household is very sad today and you are all in our thoughts..We are glad we got to share in a part of her life..If there is anything you guys need let us know..
Michael Maloney
September 24, 2008
Dear Richard and Julie, the hearts and sympathies of your Windsor Oaks family go to you both and to the memory of brave and cheerful Lara.
Julie (Helton) Attanucci
September 24, 2008
Richard, Julie & family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I hadn't seen Lara in some time but I remember when she was just a little girl. May god help you through this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts & prayers.
Pam Rothermel (McCorkle)
September 23, 2008
Julie, Richard and family, So sorry for your loss. I can still remember her smile even in her pain. I can see her running around and having a great time while we were all trying to keep her still for 5 minutes. May we all see God in this time of loss. Love and prayers,
Richard & Lara July '08
September 23, 2008
Janet & Don Marlin
September 23, 2008
Lara was a very special young lady. Through all her illnesses she seemed to shine. Altho we did not see her often we tried to keep up with her progress. It was so nice seeing and visiting with her at her grandparents anniversary celebration. She was so happy to be receiving a kidney from her Dad. We are very proud of her and know she is safely "HOME with the LORD"
diane whalen
September 23, 2008
Dear Richard,Julie and family,
Words don't seem appropriate in expressing our sincere sympathy to you all at this time. Our hearts ache with grief. Lara was a beautiful, funny, spirited young lady. She brought a ray of sunshine to all around her. May God Bless you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers always. Diane Whalen and family
Kelly Whalen-Diaz and husband Armando.
Angela Roth
September 23, 2008
Lara came into my life as a young child in my Sunday School class at the Vineyard Community Church. I watched her grow up to join the Youth Group and then the Church family as a beauitful young woman. Her life never seemed to have limits despite her illness. She always oftered a smile and hug to all who knew and loved her. Richard and Julie...I can think of no two parents that have given more to their child than the both of you. How blessed she was that God gave her you for parents. Amanda and Christopher... I know she loved you both very much and shared a special bond that only silbings can.
God Bless you all and may his peace be with you.
Angela (Worells) Roth and Family
Don & Margo Huff
September 23, 2008
Richard, Julie & Family:
No words can adequately express sympathy for the loss of your precious daughter, Lara. Please know our hearts are grieving with you during this time of sorrow. Hold fast to the love she so freely gave each and every one of you. Know that as she stepped up into Heaven with Jesus holding her hand, He was reaching down and holding yours as well. Keep hold of His hand and allow the Holy Spirit to comfort you and give you peace.
Much love & prayers,
Don & Margo Huff
Jenny Pocock-Burr
September 23, 2008
I am truly sorry for your Loss! My prayers and thoughts are with the Berry family. Laura was such a sweet and beautiful woman. At least she is in no more pain! I loved hanging out with Laura and Amanda when we were younger. God bess!
Love,
Jenny Pocock-Burr
Joshua Gregerson
September 23, 2008
Lara inspired me everytime I saw her. She new what a gift God has given us with life, and she also knew what a gift God has in store for us in Heaven. She was a blessing to me and to my kids. She was the first one to hold Cory when we brought him to church and that is the picture I have been looking at while thinking of her. I know she personally touched everyone she came in contact with. We could all learn a lot from her attitude about life and how she loved the Lord. Rest in Peace Lara. You are sick no more.
Cathy Weakley
September 23, 2008
Dear Richard, Julie and Family,
Kaitlin and I are both praying for you and our whole family is very sorry to hear that Lara has passed away. Lara was a very special young lady who always lit up a room with her presence. She will be missed, but we know that she has passed into the presence of our Lord and that she is hearing "Well done, good and faithful servant!" Love to you all, Cathy
Norma Peters
September 23, 2008
I'll always remember Lara as a bright light in my life. Her spirit was always infectious, and will continue to be so as she lives on in Heaven with her Father. Lara, I'll always remember how happy you were to see me, and how accepting you were of my presence, even if the absence before had been long. You will be truly missed and always loved!
Paul Higgins
September 23, 2008
We remember Lara as as sweet little girl who grew up to be beautiful woman. I don't know why GOD takes the angels we need down here , but who am I to question him. Lara and the Berrys are truely family to us and we will miss her smile, laughter and mostly the love she had for everything. We will remember you in our hearts forever Lara and we will miss you !! Paul, Wendi, Kelli, Higgins
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