Thomas Olof Berg

Goodbye my friend, gone but not forgotten.
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I was "googling" names and ran across Tom Berg's obituary. I was saddened, but also inspired by the words written. What a wonderful man, a great example to all who would notice. Betty, if you read this, I want you to know how thankful I am to have had you as a sign language teacher, both at Parkdale High, then later at Gallaudet. You were such a great teacher and so very kind. Those experiences changed my life. I went on to take ASL classes at BYU from Jack Rose, who was also wonderful....

Dear Aunt Betty and family,

Words cannot begin to express the loss I feel at the passing of "Uncle Tom." His life, love, and example had such impact on his little brother, my father, as to influence his profession and goals and to bless and influence lives in our family.

Uncle Tom's love and companionship will be missed, but we take great comfort in the hope of a glorious reunification on resurrection morn. May God grant peace to your hearts as you await that reunion...

Heard that you were a great person and coach. MAY YOU RIP!!!

Tom is my only Grandfather as I am his only Grandson. I love my grandpa so much. I have always lived far from him growing up but I have ALWAYS had a great respect for him.I remember all my outings I had with my grandparents at the mall with my sister Erika, we would eagerly wait as they would come in from Colorado to visit us in New Mexico. I remember that my grandfather Tom and I shared a sweet tooth. I still remember the Strawberry Rhubbarb pies he would make us.

I have just...

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Dear Chris, Dave and Family,

I was just about to sit down and write a note to you. This is the first time, that I have ever, sent a sympathy note, through email. What a wonderful idea.

I only met your dad once, at your wedding. Knowing what kind of a man Dave, you are, I know that your father, was a great parent, role model, teacher, and friend, to you. I know that your father and your mother, loved and gave to you, all of the goodness, loyalty, love and peace, and...

It was with great sadness that I received the news of Tom's passing. However, as I read the obituary I could not help but smile as I remembered the Tom I knew.

He was a reserved man and was never one to blow his own horn. When I was his secretary in the 60's and early 70's Tom was the Assistant Dean of Students, Financial Aid Officer, and Track and Field Coach. A busy man, yes, but never too busy to visit with students.

Tom had a love for life that one is rarely...