Jerry Dean Berry

Jerry Dean Berry passed away October 5, 2025 at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center in Portland, Oregon at the age of 69.
Jerry was born in Hood River, Oregon, to Elvin Berry and Bertha (McQuillan) Berry April 1, 1956. He spent most of his life in Hood River, where he made his home and built lasting relationships with family and friends. Jerry worked for Duckwall as a forklift driver and took great pride in his work.
A true outdoorsman, Jerry loved to fish and could often be found by the water with a fishing pole in hand. Beyond his hobbies, Jerry was a devoted believer and follower of Jesus Christ, his Lord and Savior. He was an active participant in local AA programs, always willing to help others through their journeys of recovery and faith.
Jerry is survived by his twin daughters, Jessica Berry and Melissa Spurlock, and her husband Rick Spurlock, all of Harrison, Arkansas. He was a proud grandfather to five grandchildren and great-grandfather to five great-grandchildren, all living in Harrison, Arkansas. He is also survived by his late wife's three daughters and several grandchildren, all residing in Oregon.
Jerry's surviving siblings include Mike Berry and his wife Nancy Berry of Wichita, Kansas, and Diane Cochran and her husband Don Cochran of Hood River, Oregon. He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carol Berry.
Jerry Berry was a man of quiet strength, deep faith, and a generous heart. He walks with God and dances with salmon.
Services to honor and celebrate Jerry's life will be held on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, as follows:
A time for viewing and a special video tribute will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Anderson's Tribute Center (1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon).
A Graveside Committal Service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Mountain View Memorial Cemetery (1235 Tucker Road, Hood River, Oregon).
To leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com