January 11, 2020, of Cherry Hill, NJ. Beloved husband of Claire Berger. Father of Ellen (Jonathan) Vershbow, Neil (Rachel Heller) Berger and Linda (Steven Maisel) Berger. Grandfather of Hyla (Rafael), Jenny (Louis), Michela, Olivia (Simon), Noah and Michael. Great Grandfather of Elijah and Manny. Brother of Harriet Siegel. Dr. Berger was the former chief of staff at JFK Hospital. He was a caring doctor to generations of families in South Jersey, and an admired teacher and mentor of medicine and family practice to countless interns and medical students. He practiced with a holistic approach, paying close attention to his patients' lives while treating their illnesses. He delivered generations of babies, made countless house calls, and was the consummate family doctor. Lover of good food, the Penn State Nittany Lions, tennis, and family, and especially being a grandfather and great grandfather. He will be missed by many and remem-bered for much, including as the famed anchor of the Berger family relay at the Woodcrest Swim Club. Relatives and friends are invited Tuesday beginning 11:30 AM to PLATT MEMORIAL CHAPELS, Inc. 2001 Berlin Rd. Cherry Hill, NJ where Funeral Services will begin promptly at 12:00 noon. Int. Locustwood Mem. Park. Shiva will be observed at the late residence. Contributions may be made to The Dr. Joseph Berger Scholarship at The Rowan University School of Medicine.

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Jan. 12, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for JOSEPH BERGER

Sponsored by Platt Memorial Chapels, Inc. - Cherry Hill.

44 Entries

Baker Family

January 5, 2022

We miss Dr. Berger. He was our families Doctor for the longest time. He was a very good Doctor. Prayers to his family for peace. You were blessed to have him as he was a blessing to others. Thank you for lending him to us.

Matt Rendino

December 23, 2020

Dr. Berger was my physician since I was 15 all the way through college. He was by far the most amazing doctor I have ever met. He treated my parents, also. I recall something about him first not scheduling appointments because "did a person have to have an appointment to be sick???" He built up his practice rapidly because he would accept all walk-ins and THEN he had to have patients by appointment. He said it was exhausting. He had long hours and finally had to have associate physicians help with the heavy work load. His uncanny talent was his diagnosing abilities. Others have said he was the best they had ever seen. He could detect things that other doctors would put you through a battery of tests...and then they still didn't know what was wrong. Dr. Joe was in a class by himself. Truly phenomenal!!!!! My condolences extend to his family. I apologize for this late post but I just found out today about his passing. I am so honored to know him!!! My wife, who is terrified of doctors, liked him, too. Everything about him was fantastic. We have lost a truly great man.

Edith Baker

May 12, 2020

He was my Doctor from birth. I just found this out. He was an Amazing Doctor. He was my mom's doctor and he became doctor of the family. He will truly be missed. No one else like him.

DIMARIS BAKER

April 29, 2020

I remember when he was my Dr up until he retired. I was shy as a child and he always made me feel comfortable. He was very understanding and was always a great listener. He was a gentle soul and a wonderful person as well as a great Dr. My condolences on your loss. He will be missed and remembered by many. He is one of the greatest people I've ever met.

2018

Fran Stevenson

March 29, 2020

I'm so very sorry to hear this - I actually just found out that My Cousin Joe died today - very upsetting that none of us knew this. This picture was the last time I saw him in 2018 at my aunt Tsippi's surprise 95th birthday party. We had a lovely time with him and Cousin Claire. Cousin Joe had been my family doctor growing up. As I got older we didn't spend much time together but when I did see him I enjoyed my time with him. He will be very missed!!

Lori Keough

January 29, 2020

Our Prayers to all of you. We are very sorry for your loss.

The Keough Family
(Good friend of Ellen)

Gayle Nachlis

January 23, 2020

I loved Uncle Joe from the first time I met him 43 years ago. I send my love and sympathy to Claire and the family. May he Rest In Peace

Mr. and Mrs. . James E. and Deborah Saylor Jr. Saylor

January 22, 2020

My Prayers go out to the Family. Dr. Berger was a great Doctor one of a kind he will be sadly missed. Dr. Berger took care of my Husband and my 3 Children and myself. He was at my Husband's College Graduation and had my Daughter Ashley on his shoulders he was proud to take care of my twin girls and my son. Thank you Dr. Berger for always being there for us. Love you and God Bless

Pastor James Edward Saylor

January 22, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Phil Lorusso

January 22, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Berger was a great healer and the finest of gentleman. RIP

January 20, 2020

Sorry to hear of his passing. Long time colleague
at Kennedy Hospital. We were about to pay a visit
to another fellow physician residing at Lions Gate, but, that unfortunately didn't come about. Will miss seeing Joe at the Burlington County Chapter
continuing medical education meetings.

Dr Nathan Freed

Carolyn Poole

January 17, 2020

My prayers and sincere thoughts go out to the family. He was such a good doctor and took care of my whole family for years until my parents moved to South Cafolina. My mother spoke of him often and was sad to hear of his passing.

Cynthia Scott

January 17, 2020

My condolences to the Berger family. Dr. Berger was my favorite doctor. I remember when I was going through something and crying and he cried too. He loved all of his patients.

David & Melanie Moultrie

January 17, 2020

Our condolences to the Berger family...Both my husbands parents and my parents took us and our brothers & sisters to Dr. Berger's office for medical care growing up. We in turn took our daughter to him. If we could have taken Dr. Berger with us when we moved we would have taken him. To this day we compare the services we received from Dr. Berger to the physicians we have had over the years. "Dr. Berger they don't make them like you anymore"! We love you and we appreciate you and all the time you gave us, your caring & the compassion that you have shown us.
Dr. Berger you will be sadly missed.

Melissa Scott-Foat

January 16, 2020

My condolences to the Berger family. Dr. Berger was a fantastic doctor/friend and he will be greatly missed. He was my entire families doctor; I've been going to him since I was 3 years old. I will never forget his kindness and gentleness throughout the years of his practice and beyond. I was at his former practice and they advised me of his passing needless to say I had to take a moment to get myself together. We were not related but I loved him like a grandfather. Dr. Berger was a GOOD MAN! He loved and cared about his patience. When you walked into his practice he treated you like a person and not a number. God Bless.

George Scott, D.O.

January 16, 2020

Dear Berger Family,
Nothing in life can describe the pain of this loss and I send my deepest condolences. I had the pleasure of sharing a classroom with Joe at the medical school every Friday afternoon for nearly 15 years. In my life I have never met a more complete well-rounded, kind and caring person. Dr. Berger was the complete package; a consummate family man, physician, and friend to all he met. During class breaks he would always speak so fondly about his family and told me stories of the many activities, adventures, and accomplishments of his children and grandchildren. His descriptions were so vivid and so detailed that I almost felt as though I knew each of you personally. Be comforted in knowing that you were never far from his thoughts or his heart as he was truly proud of his family and enjoyed sharing stories about each of you. My wish for you is that your memories will become a source of joy and laughter as you remember Joe in his better days; days that you shared with him, where he gave each of you valuable pieces of himself, to be yours forever.

STEVEN BERGER

January 16, 2020

TO cousins Claire,Ellen, Neil, Linda ,I just found out cousin Joe died. I am very saddened by this . Joe was a great guy a mench gentle and kind a loss to the family I did not know how many grandchildren and great grandchildren there are I am sure Joe with you Clair have much joy with them I offer my deepest condolences to you all

Robin Figliola DO

January 15, 2020

My condolences to the Berger family.
Dr. Berger was a great influence on all those he came in contact with. Truly he was one of a kind.
He will be missed by patients and doctors alike.
I had the privilege of working with him as a student Doctor. He was a great mentor, and i will forever be grateful.

Breanna Crossley

January 15, 2020

You were my Dr since I was little, until you retired. As an adult I searched for a Dr. that's reminded me of you, but still to this day I haven't. You were so genuine, gentle, nice, and funny! A well rounded man for sure. The last time I saw you was at my grandfathers Birthday(James Nixon), and you looked great. Thank you for being the Dr. you were, and great friend to my family and I. May you Rest In Peace ❤

Antonios Tsompanidis DO

January 14, 2020

I'm sorry if this reposted as I dont see my original post.

Dr. Berger was my mentor as a medical student in 1992 and I embody everything he taught me and I use it in practice daily. He was happy to always hear me say that i was the "Dr Berger of North Jersey" as I continue to practice as he did. I am the osteopathic physician I am today because of him. I will miss him professionally and as my friend. My condolences to his family.

Tanya Downing

January 14, 2020

Dr. Berger was a wonderful man who really cared about his patients. He was our family doctor since the late 60's and he serviced many families in my neighborhood for many years. His kindness will always be remembered.

The LeConey Family

January 14, 2020

The best Dr. I have ever had for me and my kids from 1970 on. He was an ICON in the medical field! Our deepest sympathies to your family from ours. Rest In Peace, Dr. Berger

Tina Wirth

January 14, 2020

Dr. Berger was the finest GP I have ever known. He was wonderful, caring, and a gifted diagnostician. I was so lucky to call him my doctor for many years. May he Rest In Peace.

Sandra Russell

January 13, 2020

Dr. Berger delivered both of my children in 1963 and '65. His correct diagnosis of my husband's colon cancer in 1981 saved his life. He was the best doctor that I have ever had. Thank you Dr. Berger. May you rest in peace and your family be comforted. You will be greatly missed!

Judy Hosford

January 13, 2020

RIP Dr Berger.He was my family dr for many years.Best doctor ever

Robert K Turner & Family

January 13, 2020

The Robert Turner Family of Berlin sends our sympathy to the family of Doctor Berger.
We were his patients and he deliver our first son in March of 1969. We will miss him.

Joan Behnke

January 13, 2020

His office was right down the street from me. Great Doctor and Great Man RIP Dr,Berger

January 13, 2020

Sincere condolences from the Muff Family

Carol Andrescavage

January 13, 2020

Dr. Joseph Berger delivered me back in 1969. He was my doctor all the way to the time he retired. I miss him and hope he RIP. Thank you for taking care of me.
You were the best. Prayers to his family.

Peter & Barbara Giovetsis

January 13, 2020

Our deepest sympathy to the family of an excellent caring doctor and very good friend. He most definitely will be missed by our family.

Linda Schaaf

January 12, 2020

Dr Joe was a 1 of a kind Dr and friend. He has been missed ever since he retired from practice in Berlin. We Love and admired him. Bless all his family with peace at this hard time. He treated our family for a lot of of years from infants to grown ups

Suze,Roy & family Liesr

January 12, 2020

Love you, Uncle Joe!

Ricardo Perez

January 12, 2020

My thoughts and prayers to the Berger Family, Thank you Dr Berger you took care of me for 40+ years and then my daughter till your retirement RIP and thanks for your service!!!-The Perez Family

Gwendolyn Toomer

January 12, 2020

Dr.Berger was the best.There will never be another Dr.like him.He was my Dr.ever since I was a little girl.He treated my whole family.Donald Toomer,Pearl Toomer, Billy and Boo known as Don and my sister Donna.He was a special Dr.and friend and he always could tell what was wrong.Will never find another like him.My condolences and love to his lovely family.My family loved him and he always showed us love even at our sickest times.My heart is broken,and from all of us in East Berlin we send our love and Prayers to his family.

KathyAnn

January 12, 2020

I have been very blessed to have had a doctor like Dr Berger.. He was a special man here on earth.. I meant him when I was 6 years old.. He delivered my sister.. He took care of my two children. So many things I want to say. So many memories. So many years of friendship.. He was so compassionate,loving ,respectful ,thoughtful .. I have missed him from the time he retired.. Still can't find a doctor like him .. Condolence to his family . I use to love to hear the stories about his grandchildren and he would always try to teach us to say Hyla's name .. Fly free with the angels Dr Berger,you will be forever remembered. ( When a golden heart stops beating)

Sue Goldberger

January 12, 2020

Dear Ellen (and Jonathan): Our deepest sympathies to you and your entire family. You've suffered a terrible loss, but we hope reflecting on Joe's life of achievement and purpose gives you some comfort. He provided for generations of patients a kind of whole-person care that has become more and more of a rarity. In your sadness, take pride as well. And know that you are in our thoughts.
Sue and Bob

a loved one

Sent Flowers

Robert Maro Jr MD

January 12, 2020

He was a wonderful gentleman, and a caring doctor. They don't make them like Dr Joe anymore!

Margie Grady

January 12, 2020

Dr Berger was my families doctor for many years. We loved him very much! I am saddened to hear of his passing. I pray his family has peace and strength during sad time.

Jim and Pat Walsh

January 12, 2020

Prayers and condolences to the family; he was a special man. I will always remember being comforted by him when, as a young, expectant mother, I was informed that I needed a C-section the day before I was to deliver. Even though he was not to be my surgeon, as my family doctor, he took the time to reassure me by visiting me in the hospital the evening before the surgery. He explained the reasons for the decision making me feel so much less fearful. His taking the time to do this made my husband and I feel more comfortable with what was to happen.

Jim Shallow

January 12, 2020

As a pharmaceutical salesman in the area for 32 years, it was always an honor and pleasure to call on Dr. Berger, a true physician for his patients and an outstanding gentleman. May he have eternal peace.

Janis Sweeney

January 12, 2020

Dr Berger was my dr as a child n my children's when He retired I was lost n it just wasn't the same he just was so personal n he cared I'm thankful for the care my family had from him Thankyou Dr Berger!!

Chris Grossmick

January 12, 2020

My condolences to his family and friends. This man ( your husband, father,Grandfather etc) was a Great Doctor! I will forever cherish the knowledge he always gave me and I followed as a young mother to my babies. He really knew the do's and Don't's with children and took the time to explain in Great detail to young mothers so thank you to his family for sharing him. May The Good lord help you all , I pray AMEN, get through loosing him. God bless

Lynn (Rodman) Krupiak

January 11, 2020

Dr.Berger is the last of the great Dr.'s! I remember waking into his office sick. When he came in the room, he'd say " I saw you come in, your back is out of alignment. He'd crack my back, then treat my illness. He treated me from the time I was a little girl, until he closed his office in Berlin. He will be sadly missed.

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