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James Berger Obituary
In Jim Berger's car, there was only one kind of music: the raspy rock 'n' roll of the Boss. He grew up in Bruce Springsteen country along the Jersey Shore and never listened to anything else. He knew the words to ''Thunder Road'' by heart, and often sang it for his passengers. ''Every time you rode in Jim's car, Bruce was on, whether you liked it or not,'' said his wife, Suzanne.
At 6-foot-3, Jim, 44, an Aon executive, was a gentle giant who devoted his weekends to his three young sons, Nicholas, Alex and Christian. He was grooming them to be fans of the Giants, the Yankees and the Rangers. And he made sure they listened to Bruce, too. After a prayer service at church on Friday, his family and friends gathered at his home in Yardley, Penn. They poured wine, made a toast, and sang aloud to ''Thunder Road.'' ''He would have loved it,'' Suzanne said. ''He taught us all a lesson in unconditional love.''
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Linda Newman
September 11, 2024
Remembering Jim on this day. I knew him as a business associate at MMD in Conshohocken. I think how he literally started in the mailroom and worked his way up! What a super guy! Never forgotten!
Linda Newman
September 12, 2023
A day late posting thinking of you in heaven and your family on earth. Rest easy
Colleen Hogan-Hoover
September 11, 2023
Thinking of you and your family today.
Kathleen Childress
September 12, 2022
Jim, thinking of you and glad to see that Nick is carrying on your legacy in caring and giving back to those in need.
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Robin Ungano
September 11, 2022
Thinking about you and your family today. ❤
Merily Bryson McFadden
September 11, 2022
Thinking of you today, we will never forget you, your boys have grown into beautiful young men and they have your smile! God Bless your beautiful family RIP Jim
Susie Brown
September 12, 2021
I am an Australian living in Texas. Two years ago my granddaughter (then 6yo) visited the 911 memorial. I spoke with her yesterday via FaceTime in Australia and she asked me if everyone over here was sad. I replied "yes". She is now 8 yo and said she remembered visiting the site. She remembered one name in the memorial.........James Berger.
We immediately researched and found that there was such a person. I just wanted to let you know that every 9/11 there is a little girl in Australia thinking of your loved one. Here is a picture of Scarlett at the memorial.
Elena Loftus
September 11, 2021
I knew Jim from the Conshocken office. I am forever changed by knowing him and his gentle kind spirit. God Bless his family and know he was a great man who will live in our memories forever!
Kathleen Childress
September 11, 2021
Thinking of Jim and his family and how 20 years could well be 20 days...we will never forget
Eileen Guiffan
September 10, 2021
Thinking of you and of your entire family on this 20th anniversary.
Cindy Roe
September 1, 2021
Remembering Jim on the 20th anniversary of 9/11....
Michelle DeNault
September 14, 2020
Thinking of Jim.
Steven Spelt
September 14, 2020
I started my career at Aon in 2002 and never had the chance to meet any of the colleagues that we lost on that awful day 19 years ago. I was reading an article on our intranet about Nick and James and came across this obituary. I'm a huge Bruce Springsteen fan as well and reading this obituary touched me greatly. I'll probably think of James every time I'll hear Thunder Road or The Rising from now on.
I wish Nick and the rest of your family strength in dealing with this everlasting loss.
Kathleen Childress
September 12, 2020
We will always remember. Sending strength to your family who are surely sharing your smile with the world.
Linda Newman
September 11, 2020
Remembering Jim today and sending continued prayers Of strength to Jim’s family. #neverForgotten
Dale Macrae
September 11, 2020
Sending thoughts and prayers to Jim's family. He will never be forgotten.
Kathleen Strukoff
September 11, 2020
Thinking of Jim and his family during the Aon moment of silence today. I know he is missed by many.
September 11, 2020
Remembering our vacations together in the Catskills. Miss you.
Larry Moore
March 26, 2020
I will miss talking to you everyday buddy! Take care of things in heaven until I get there. You have been a great friend to me.
Colleen Hogan-Hoover
May 16, 2019
I did not know that Jimmy died on 9/11. I went to St Mary's High with him. Always handsome with an infectious smile. Prayers to your wife, children, family and friends.
Katie McLaughlin-Miles
September 13, 2018
God bless you and your family Jim. You are not forgotten.
Margaret (Peggi) Murphy
September 12, 2018
Still think of you and our time @ St Mary's
Kathleen
September 12, 2018
We will always remember....
Michelle
September 11, 2018
So hard to believe 17 years have passed, but you are not forgottenn
Del Newberry
September 13, 2017
Praying for Jim's friends and family today. We will never forget. With love from Texas,
Kathleen Childress
September 11, 2017
Hi, Jim, know you're out there and smiling down. We will never forget.
Robin Ungano
September 11, 2017
We will never forget.
elena loftus
September 11, 2016
Thinking of you today and remembering what a wonderful person you were. Praying for your family hoping that everyone stayed strong.
Elena Loftus
former coworker from MM&D Conshohocken office
Katie McLaughlin-Miles
September 11, 2016
How can 15 years have gone by? That cloudless blue sky brought with it such terrible beauty. Jim Berger was a part of the beauty.
I never met him but my Father Michael, had worked in the same building with Jim. He was a Villanova graduate as was my Father and I. He shared a love of Bruce Springsteen like so many from our generation. He was a proud American. He was a hero.
And so, much in common have we with Jim and he is remembered and greatly honored for so much more, for the best of what is America and for his extraordinary selflessness.
Rest in Peace Jim and may God and America bless your memory.
Mary Dougherty
September 11, 2016
Jim was one of the first people I worked with at MM&D (now Aon). He was kind and caring--a true professional who loved being a Dad. We will not forget Jim and our other Aon colleagues.
Kathleen Childress
September 11, 2016
15 years have not diminished your smile and spirit which will live on...
Becky Nelson
September 9, 2016
I was working with Jim on a new installation when this tragic event occurred. He was one of the easiest people I ever worked with, and one classy gentleman. I feel sure his young sons have grown to be exceptional young men. He is missed! My thoughts to his family and friends.
Richard Taylor
September 17, 2015
I would just like to send my condolences and prayers to james and his family i am so deeply saddened for the loss of an innocent life my heart bleeds for you
Janet Raubach
September 12, 2015
Thought about Jim and others we lost 14 years ago. Still so sad. Will continue to keep Jim and our Aon colleagues and friends in my prayers.
Eileen Werth
September 11, 2015
We will never forget.....remembering Jim Berger today.
Jerry Gorman
September 11, 2015
Your life and your memory will never be forgotten. May you always RIP.
Barbara Clayton
September 11, 2015
Time moves but not the memory and the loss of a good friend. Jim will always be remembered.
Michelle DeNault
September 11, 2015
Thinking of you today. In loving memory of a wonderful person.
Kathleen Childress
September 11, 2015
We will always remember.
An Aon friend
September 11, 2015
We will not forget.
Sue DuBan
May 4, 2015
A day doesn't go by without thinking of JIm. I remember that horrible day as if it was yesterday.
I feel I never had a chance to say goodbye. Despite his beautiful memorial mass, the many visits to ground zero closure has never come.
To Susan and the boys I know your hero remains in your hearts as mine.
To my colleague and friend all I can say is that I miss you and your smile, the stories of the boys, your dedication to your family and your job.
I'm sure there was a reason God chose you and I hope you will continue to watch over all of your family and friends you left behind.
Elvia Ferrell
May 1, 2015
To The Family & Friends of James Berger,
I am so sorry for the loss of such a special person in your life.
When these tragedies occur, we often wonder, why bad things happen to good people?
You can find comfort in knowing, that pain & sorrow were never Gods original purpose for families.
Soon he will keep His promise and "HIS WILL"
will be done on earth as it is in Heaven" and He will restore peace and unity to all mankind.
He will not forget Our Dear Loved Ones!
Psalms 37:10 & 11
Sending Warm Greetings
Evie
Kathleen Strukoff
September 20, 2014
For some reason, I thought of Jim alot this 9/11 and remember what a caring leader, coworker and fine human being he was. Hope his family is finding some level of peace.
Kathleen Childress
September 13, 2014
Thinking of you and wishing your family the best...
Janet Raubach
September 12, 2014
I thought about you and your family yesterday. Will continue to keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Eileen Werth
September 11, 2014
To me the face of September 11, 2001 is Jim Berger. Each year I wake up and think of that terrible day and remember Jim - a good man gone too soon....never forgotten.
Rick Anthony
September 12, 2013
We never forget!
September 11, 2013
Thinking of your and our other friends who died on this day.
Don Ingram
Michelle DeNault
September 11, 2013
Thinking of you today. What a great guy!
Kathleen Childress
September 11, 2013
Jim, your smile and strength of character are still with us.
Eileen Werth
September 11, 2013
Remembering Jim (an Aon co-worker) and all that were lost on 9/11/2001.
Good people that are gone but never forgotten.
Bob and Janet Raubach
September 10, 2013
Continuing to keep Jim and his family in our prayers. He has not been forgotten.
Barbara Boam
February 5, 2013
I walked a mile for you (mile #171) on 2/5/13 as a dedication to your life.
Nate
September 11, 2012
im just a high school student wearing your name bro. Prays to you and so sorry for the tragedy
Janet Raubach
September 11, 2012
Thinking of you and your family today and keeping you in my prayers. Jim was a great colleague and is missed by all.
Suzanne Halbert
September 11, 2012
I have worked for Aon for 20 years and knew of your husband. I always saw his name on emails, he was a a very well respected man. I still think of him often, in fact, right after 9/11 a collegue of mine purchased a silver braclet with his name on it. My 11 year old daughter borrowed it and is wearing it today in rememberence of the tragedy that day. Her 6th grade Social Studies class will be talking about 9/11 today and posting and remembering all those lost. Please know your husband and all those lost are thought of often, we will never forget them. May God be with you and bless you and your family - Always.
Mona Lee-Olah
September 11, 2012
I went to high school with Jim and it took me this long to write something in this guest book.I am not good at doing this kind of thing but I feel I need to commemorate how nice and kind he was when I knew him. So sad for his family that he was taken in such a way.God Bless you forever !
Eileen Werth
September 11, 2012
I think of Jim first thing in the morning on every September 11th. We worked at the same office in Conshohocken in the 1980s and 1990s.
Jim is the face of 911 to me. May his kind, wonderful spirit live forever in the hearts of his children and all who were lucky enough to have met him during his brief stay on this Earth.
Sending happy thoughts and wishes to his family on this sad anniversary.
Joe
September 11, 2012
Jim, always in my thoughts. Miss you buddy.
Robin U.
September 11, 2012
11 years have passed since you lost your wonderful husband, father, son...and our high school friend. We will never forget...
January 12, 2012
To The Berger Family,
I never had the privilege of knowing Mr. James P. Berger but I would like to offer my condolences to you. It really doesn't matter if one did not know the deceased, but innocent lives were lost for no reason whatsoever on that horrific day. 9/11 is a day of tragedy that will never be forgotten. God bless you.
Sincerely,
Mr. Terry of NC
Noel Corcoran
September 14, 2011
I had the honour of meeting Jim when myself, my wife and young son stayed for a week or two with Jims dear mother Helen after we moved to N.J. Jim's mother was a McNicholas from Queens whose father left Mayo and the shores of Erin to look for a new life in N.Y.The Berger boys in those days in the late 80's were such great lads.We had many's the party in Helens house and Jim would always be there.Such a big gentle person and always so caring.We were all heartbroken when we heard the awful news on that terrible day.We had his brother Tim over with us here in Dublin recently and all the memories came flooding back. So may we wish Suzanne and the boys and all Jims brothers and relations our fondest regards and we are all thinking of ye in the Emerald Isle on this sad anniversary. Slan leat.
Summer Fetterman
September 11, 2011
I just had the honor of getting a little glimpse into Jim's life today.
My son and I attended a SF Giants game as everyone in attendance held a flag with the name of someone who passed on during the 9/11 events.
We took our flag with Jim's name home and searched Google to learn more about his life. We felt like we were meeting him for the first time.
So while I know you'll keep your memories close, please remember your loved one continues to touch new lives.
Janet Raubach
September 11, 2011
Jim, I saw your son on television today. You would be very proud of him; he spoke so eloquently. Kathleen Childress is right...your spirit lives on. You and your family are in my prayers.
Joe Puchalski
September 11, 2011
I thought of Jim today. Found this site.
Around ten years ago, when Bill(Wilbur)Black told me about Jim, I immediately responded that he was a good guy. He was.
I second all the sentiments I've read here regarding Jim.
He was a warm, sensitive, engaging and a positive influence on whoever was fortunate to know him.
To offer some consolation to those who deeply felt his loss, I am certain that Jim's sons, over these past ten years, were well attended by his many brothers.
Jim had many brothers, and not only the biological ones, but the many more he had garnered throughout his life.
This fact is only part of the tribute that could be paid to Jim.
Joe Puchalski
Kathleen Childress
September 11, 2011
Jim, thinking of you. Your family. Your spirit lives on.
Charlotte Christ
September 11, 2011
Jim, I think of you often and especially every September 11th. You are the reason for my current career. I knew Jim from his years at MM&D. He was our benefits consultant when I worked for TV Guide/News America. Jim was ALWAYS there to answer my many questions...and I remember I always felt so comfortable in his presence. God Bless you and your family Jim. We will never forget.
Sue DuBan
September 11, 2011
Suzanne, Nicholas, Alex and Christian,
My heart is yours today. I too miss Jim terribly and think of him and you each and every day, not just today.
Jim, was truly a great colleaguee and a great family man and he is missed by all.
May you someday find peace knowing he will always watch over all of us.
He will always be remembered in all of our hearts. Your husband, your father, our colleaguee, our friend and our hero.
Kathe Pohorily
September 11, 2011
Thinking of Jim, Suzanne and the boys on this day, and wishing you peace.
Marie Del Vecchio
September 11, 2011
Suzanne, I think of you, Jim and the boys often. Nicky was Joanmarie's first little boyfriend at Gymboree and now he is a grown man, a man I'm sure his father would be proud of. Prayers for your family today.
September 10, 2011
Suzanne and sons - It doesn't seem like 10 years since Jim's death. He will always be remembered.
Don Ingram
Elena Loftus
September 9, 2011
Wow, I am so excited that I can still write a message. I worked with Jim at MM&D Conshohocken. What a awesome person! Exactly as it states a gentle giant. There hasent' been a 9/11 that I haven't thought about him and his family. It brings tears to my eyes as I type right now. I hope that Suzanne and the boys are all doing well. I still miss Jim and his smile and warm friendly personality and I miss my friends at MM&D.
Jim your are gone but never will be forgotten. Peace and comfort to your family.
Elena Loftus
Paul Landgraf
September 8, 2011
Jim sat in the next office when we worked in Conshohocken, and we shared a secretary. He always struck me as smart, and kind. Reliable. Engaging. Just a great guy, someone you'd want as a friend. He is greatly missed, but he lives on in our thoughts, and in the way he influenced our lives, then and still.
R Anthony
September 6, 2011
Thinking of you, Suzanne and the boys.
Linda Newman
September 11, 2010
I met Jim in the early 1990's when he was at MMD in Conshohocken. He represented mutual customers. I learned of his climb at MMD...how he literally worked his way up to the position that he held when I met him...I told his success story often...I have held a heavy place in my heart for his family since learning of his death in 9/11. Recently, I was reading Runaway Dream about Bruce Springsteen and was breathless when I read about Jim in the book...on this day, sept 11, 2010 and always...I wish Jim's family love, hope,and happiness.
September 11, 2009
Never forgotten!!!
Neil, Orlando, Florida
P R Anthony
September 11, 2009
Still and always like it was yesterday..
Ed Kaz
September 11, 2009
My private memory of 9/11 is of a good friend I had in high school.
Jim was one of those regular guys, accepted by burnouts and jocks alike. I could relate to that.
During breaks at school a bunch of us used to hang around outside, killing time, singing songs. Jim would always be there. Either he or I would inevitably toss a Beatle song into the mix. That was our big connection: the Beatles.
After graduation Jim was part of the gang that scored tickets for the first McCartney tour in 1976 at Madison Square Garden. When the concert was over, I remember how disappointed he was that Paul didn't do Monkberry Moon Delight. That cracked me up, because I always thought it was a pretty lame song, but Jim loved it.
It was the last time I saw him.
A few weeks after 9/11, I heard a vague whisper from someone across the Internet that he had died in the World Trade Center. After many failed attempts I finally found Jim's obituary.
The New York Times stated that he was a huge Springsteen fan. The Boss read the article and sent a private video of himself performing Thunder Road to Jim's memorial service. This completely blew my mind, because I was a long-time Bruce-booster as well. After all that time Jim and I still had our music connection.
How do you smile and cry at the same time? I figured it out that day.
Inner City Sports Little League
September 12, 2008
It's rainin' but there ain't a cloud in the sky
Musta been a tear from your eye
Everything'll be okay
Funny thought I felt a sweet summer breeze
Musta been you sighin' so deep
Don't worry we're gonna find a way
Remembering what we cannot forget:
September 11, 2001
mike colhoun
September 11, 2008
my thoughts continue to go to Jim's family, especially on such a difficult day
Ann Kavanaugh
September 11, 2008
Jim and I went to college together. He was one of two pals from those days that were lost on 9-11 and I think about them often. He took his first post college job with our VU friends Sue and Dianne at Miller Mason and Dickenson. He was such a wonderful person and I am so glad that he found love and happiness and success before his life was cut short. His boys must be great kids. God bless them.
Tim Horan
September 11, 2008
In memory of Jim Berger
Aon will not forget
Nina Zazzara
September 11, 2008
I worked for Jim for several years in NYC. He was such a caring person and touched so many lives. I'm lucky to have known him. He had a wonderful sense of humor! While 7 years have passed, I think of Jim often and miss him greatly.
MaryAnn and Bill Mann
September 11, 2008
Jim, May your soul and all the souls of 9/11 rest in peace.
Rick Anthony
September 8, 2008
Thinking of you, Jim. A real hero. Life goes on but not as easily.
I think of you often....you wouldn't believe what they did to Kelly's!!!
Doug Abraham
March 26, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
paula phillips
September 11, 2007
In remembrance
Joe O'Connor
July 8, 2007
Jimmy Berger was my best friend growing up on Clover St in Old Bridge. We were in a band together, played basketball and touch football, listened to records, all the stuff kids did back then. Jimmy was a great guy and great friend. He was always there when you needed him.
Then High School came along and we went to different schools and didn't see as much of each other. After college I moved to California and never heard from Jimmy again. It was only through an amazing coincidence involving my Mom working at QVC that I found out that Jimmy was killed on 9/11. I was overcome with emotion, my memories of our childhood flooding back.
Fast forward to today. I was thinking of someone who just lost his life in Afghanistan and I thought of Jimmy. I put his name in a Google search and found this site (a beautiful site BTW, thanks very much). Seeing the picture of Jimmy brought a smile to my face. Jeez, he still looks exactly the same! What a joy to see that he got married and had kids. Reading the testimonials it seems like Jimmy didn't change much from when I knew him...strong, kind, loving. Yup, that was Jimmy.
As an aside my favorite Springsteen song is 'Thunder Road' (Jimmy's too?).
"The screen door slams, Mary's dress sways"
Alanna berger
December 23, 2006
uncle jimmy,
i miss you very much and wish i could remeber you more,ilove you, uncle Jimmy!
Kristine
October 18, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Inner City Sports Little League
September 11, 2006
Thunder Road James, Thunder Road!
To the Berger family- our continued prayers.
P Tabbernor
August 23, 2006
In memory....
Jo Oliver-Yeager
May 16, 2006
I didn't realize that I knew Jim Berger until I saw an article with his wife Suzanne and her boys. I knew Suzanne from La Leche League. She is such a giving and kind woman. I had met Jim maybe twice. They were such a wonderful family. I visited them when their second child was born and our oldest boys were friends. I remember Nicholas was this gorgeous little boy who was very sweet. I send my prayers out to Suzanne and her children. The boys have such a wonderful father to look up to as they grow and become men.
So, so sorry for their loss.
Thanks,
Jo Oliver-Yeager
Barbara Clayton
November 26, 2005
It's taken me a long time to write this. I worked with Jim at Aon in New York. We were close colleagues and friends. He was very supportive of me when my husband was dying from a brain tumor. He was in my office the night before 9/11 - he said he had a cold and I told him he should stay home...oh, how I wish he had. I can't think or hear about the WTC without thinking of my friend. He was a wonderful and kind person. He'll be missed forever.
Carrie Leenher
September 11, 2005
Today marks 5 years since this horrible tradegy and it is important that we take time to remember and honor those who were taken that day. Jim exhibited such honesty and integrity and he continues to be missed but remembered each and every day. My prayers and thoughts are with his family today, September 11, 2005.
joel horowitz
March 30, 2005
I knew Jim, kind of closely at one point, when he was working in Philly. What a wonderful guy. I can't hear "You're Missing" without thinking of Jim. I hope this brings you a little more peace.
Robin Pasterczyk-Ungano
January 21, 2005
I realize several years have passed since that horrible day, we've come to refer to as '911' --and I apologize for this being so delinquent, but I just happened to stumble upon the news about how we lost Jim that day...Jim was a classmate of mine back in high school...My thoughts and prayers are extended to his family on this terrible loss they have had to deal with since that tragic day.
Ed Kasubinski
September 11, 2004
My private memory of 9/11 is of a good friend I had in high school.
Jim was one of those regular guys, accepted by burnouts and jocks alike. I could relate to that.
During breaks at school a bunch of us used to hang around outside, killing time, singing songs. Jim would always be there. Either he or I would inevitably toss a Beatle song into the mix. That was our big connection: the Beatles.
After graduation Jim was part of the gang who scored tickets for the first McCartney tour in 1976 at Madison Square Garden. When the concert was over, I remember how disappointed he was that Paul didn't do "Monkberry Moon Delight." That cracked me up, because I always thought it was a pretty lame song, but Jim loved it. That's the last time I saw him.
A few weeks after 9/11, I heard a vague whisper from someone across the Internet that Jim had died in the World Trade Center. After many attempts I finally found the obituary.
The New York Times stated that he was a huge Springsteen fan. Bruce read the article and sent a video of himself performing Thunder Road to his memorial service. That completely blew my mind. I was a long-time Boss booster as well. After all that time Jim and I still had a music connection.
How do you smile and cry at the same time? I figured it out that day.
Ellen Crocco
September 7, 2004
I have written this email a thousand times in my head, never really able to put the thoughts into words. I worked with Jim at MM&D about 15 years ago. Jim took me under his wing and taught me so much about the consulting business and about life. He was so smart, patient and kind, with a great sense of humor. I enjoyed working with him every single day. I am certain that all of his coworkers and clients felt the same way. There truly wasn't anyone who didn't like and respect Jim Berger!!! We are all better people for having known him!
I have never met a man who loved his family more than he did. We would be working together on a proposal or some other deadline, yet when the phone rang and it was Suzanne on the other end, Jim would turn to mush....he would smile and giggle like a young boy....Here was this very smart man with a very big job, yet none of it mattered when Suzanne was on the phone....I will always remember those moments. I cannot possibly imagine the magnitude of your loss! I pray for Suzanne and your boys, hoping that each and every day is better than the one before! What a terrible loss!
Helen
October 2, 2003
Sue and I went to school together for twelve years. She, her mom, and her sister never ceased to impress me with their kindness and generosity in heart. My heart broke for Sue and her children with the loss of Jim. Sue, I hope you find comfort from the support, thoughts, and prayers from these lives that you have touched. I think of you and your family often.
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You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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