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PHYLLIS L. BERRY

PHYLLIS BERRY Obituary

Phyllis L. Berry - Titusville - Phyllis L. Berry of Titusville, FL and loving wife of the late Raleigh T. Berry, Jr. entered into rest on Monday, June 21, 2010. Phyllis was born in Dunbar, West Virginia and has been a resident of Brevard County since 1972. She is survived by her children, Raleigh T. Berry III of Titusville, Robert R. (Cassandra) Berry of Rockledge, Angela R. Bokunic of Orlando and John R. Berry of Titusville. Phyllis is also survived by 5 Grandchildren, William B. Bokunic Jr., Sarah Bokunic, Robert Tyler Berry, Keylie Berry and Hayden Berry and a brother, Robert Lamb of Dunbar, W.V. At the request of Mrs. Berry there will not be a memorial service. In lieu of flowers, Memo rials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to Brevard Memorial Funeral Home.

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Published by FloridaToday on Jun. 23, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for PHYLLIS BERRY

16 Entries

Eydie Polk

June 28, 2010

Although don't know any of the family..I am friends with Angela from facebook..I want to give my deepest sympathy to you all..I lost my own Mother to Cancer back in '88 so I know how lost and alone you're feeling...it's a painful time right now but trust me kids, though you'll forever miss your Mom and that empty feeling will remain, it does get bearable for you and you'll remember only the good loving times with her and keep in mind also, most important is that she's in the arms of Jesus Our Savior now and cancer/pain free...that alone is something to smile about...God Bless you all...Eydie from Glen Daniel WV...about 50 minutes from Dunbar...I'm honored that she was a "natural born 'mountain'eer'"

Angela Berry-Bokunic

June 27, 2010

Mom,
Thank you for being there for me when I needed you.
Thank you for the hugs each time I cried.
Thank you for telling me you loved me each time we talked.
Thank you for believing in me, even when I didn't believe in myself.
Thank you for making scrapple just for me to take home when I visited you.
Thank you for the honor of allowing my children to sleep in the same crib you slept in.
Thank you for the stories you told me about your life.
Thank you for bailing me out of more than one bad situation.
Thank you for the many laughs, and the many tears.
Thank you for the wisdom you shared.
Thank you for giving me a smile every time I think of you.
Thank you most of all for being my Mom, I was truly blessed!

As a child I worshipped you, often saying that when I grow up if I become half the woman that you were, then I'd be amazing!

Throughout my childhood, and to this day, I saw the beauty in you. You were so poised! Very little seemed to rattle you even after living 74 years of life! Keeping your composure during the most traumatic of life trials is an attribute few have, yet many desire!

I remember as a child you used to have me walk around with a book atop my head. I thought it was only to improve my posture, but as I've aged, I realize it meant so much more! You wanted me to always hold my head high with pride, never faltering to that which condemned me. This by far is the lesson I've had the hardest time learning. I've caved more often than not to things, and people, who I seem to have given power over me! Did they deserve such power? No, not really, yet I gave it to them nonetheless. It wasn't until recently that I truly understood your teachings in this regard. Perhaps now that I see more clearly, true change in the right direction will take place.

Your shell.. something to be envied. Sarah, somewhat curious as to how she'd age, looked at the picture of you sitting on top of Daddy's Austin Healey Sprite a few years ago. She proceeded to tell me that you had not changed a bit in the last 50 years! Remembering a conversation you and I had when Hayden was around 4 years old, it seems he recognized you in that picture as well! That little "pie faced" girl that kids made fun of not only won many beauty pageants, but to the very end still looked so beautiful!

Your strength.. How did you do it Mom? It had been over 20 years since we lost Daddy yet you, all by yourself, were the shining star as the matriarch of our family. You were there to support each of us when needed, and not just financially, but with your wisdom, heart, and soul. You gave guidance in hopes that we'd listen, yet you were still there to pick us up when we had failed yet again. You leaned on Dad when he was alive, but all along you never really needed anyone to lean on! You proved that you had everything within yourself all along!

When my son was born, you saved our lives. You were the one who alerted the hospital staff that there was something wrong with me. Beyond that, you were the one who raised me to not bow down to defeat! He was so sick but yet I never gave up believing that he'd survive! And that he did! I fought with every bit of strength that I had to give that tiny baby the will to fight when he was too weak to fight his battle alone! I've carried that drive with me and I'm utilizing it in my current situation. I will win this battle, because you gave me the tools to do so!

I'm still not there Mom, I'm still not half the woman that you were, but I'm working on it! Each day I learn something new and each day is a fresh beginning.

Thank you isn't strong enough to relay my appreciation of everything, but it will have to do!

I miss you so much!!

I love you Mom!

Mary Meadows

June 26, 2010

To the Family
while she rests in a better place and is now cancer free, you all will be thinking of the times you spent together. She will be with you in spirit and will look down upon you all. Was told once when you feel upset for me being gone look into heaven and I will show you I am still here. So look into heaven and know she is looking back on you all and how proud she is. she is home in the arms of the man she loves and watching over you all. Your family is in our prayers

June 25, 2010

"When you are sorrowful, look again in your heart and see in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight."

God Bless you and your family.

Linda K. Smith

Sarah Bokunic

June 25, 2010

I miss my nanny :( I was born on her birthday and every year she would call me and we'd wish each other a happy birthday. I'm going to miss that, but I'm glad that I was able to see her on our birthday this year, for the first time in ages! She was the best nanny ever. :)

Jo Ann Shinholster

June 25, 2010

I worked with Phyllis and she was such a wonderful lady. She was so sweet and kind. Phyllis "Thank You" so very much for the wonderful talks we had while we were working togeher on the Space Shuttle Program.

David Henson

June 25, 2010

I knew Phylis from work at KSC when she worked for Horace. She was a wonderful lady who was always happy and full of life. I miss her already.

Margarert Crockett

June 25, 2010

Phyllis, you were the epitome of professionalism and a true southern lady. I am grateful that we spent time together while you trained for my job prior to my retirement. It was quality time and a lot of fun. I know you are in a better place sharing the qualities that made you the Phyllis that we all loved.

Katherine Villane-Wall

June 24, 2010

I worked with Phyllis for over 25 years she was the BEST of THE BEST ! She has such BIG heart to help those out in need. She was the mentor for all Adminstrative personnel. She always kept the smile upon her face. She took great pride in her work and her co-workers. I hold some very memorable memories of Phyllis. As one manager said years ago if you want a mentor look to Phyllis and that is what I always did. Phyllis "Thank You" so very much for you passion and loyalty in helping me out over the years and to our Space Shuttle Program you will be truly missed by all.
Kathy Villane-Wall

Angie Wilt

June 24, 2010

I had not seen Phyllis in many years but certainly remembered her. I met her when she worked for Horace over 20 years ago. When I first came to KSC she was so kind to me and helped in any way she could. She was a great LADY!!

June 24, 2010

Phyllis will be missed; she was a pleasure to know all these years at KSC. May she rest in peace.

Tony Shibly

Angela Berry-Bokunic

June 24, 2010

I love and miss you Mom, more than words can express. :-(***** I'm just so sad.

Jamie Estepp

June 23, 2010

Angie and Family....
I am so sorry for the loss of your mom....
Love you Angie...
Jamie

June 23, 2010

There are no words to describe how much I will miss her. I have known her for over 22 years. She was one of people referred to as "the salt of the earth"
She was a great friend and co-worker. we shared so much over the years; friendship, laughter and a love of reading.

She loved her family and her work. She was one of the finest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing.

I will miss you so much. Rest in peace my friend.

Barbara Wolf-Wagner

June 23, 2010

I will truly miss Phyllis. She was like a second mom to me, and I will always treasure the years I spent working with her. She would always pass on to me her wise West Virgina wisdom, and I will treasure those memories always. She was a dear, dear friend, and words can not express the sorrow I feel just thinking about not seeing her smiling face. I will miss you, Phyllis, but I know you are smiling down on me.
Barb Wolf-Wagner

June Harris

June 23, 2010

Phyllis will be greatly missed at KSC. She was a dependable, friendly lady who was always willing to help. She left many good memories for her co-workers. So sorry for your great lose.

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