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Lester Berry Obituary

BERRY, LESTER W., II; of Waterford; October 25, 2012; age 59. Loving husband of Beth Lidgey Berry; dear father of Amanda Berry, Rick Berry (fiancé', Jenny), Joanie Berry, and Michael (Jen) Berry; dear brother of Terry Dwayne (Kay) Chatman, Terry Lynn (John) Klatt, Dianne (John) Kornell, and Dennis (Martha) Trentham; also cherished by nine grandchildren. Mr. Berry was retired from Liquid Automation and was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, October 30, 2012, 1:30 p.m. at the RIVERSIDE CHAPEL, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, 5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Interment Ottawa Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or to the American Diabetes Association. Online guestbook
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Published by The Oakland Press from Oct. 26 to Oct. 28, 2012.

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November 20, 2012

Beth and Amanda, Just heard about Les. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Hugs, Don, Lynda, Daniel and Nina Foote.

Sherri Powell

October 27, 2012

Beth, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your kids. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Sherri Powell

American Heart Association

October 26, 2012

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Billie Bodag

October 26, 2012

Terry & John Klatt and family! I am so sorry to hear about your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time!We all love you guys!
Love always
Billie & family!

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