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Thomas Berry Obituary
Holly Springs
Thomas "Bo" Scott Berry, 55, passed away peacefully at Duke University Medical Center on Sunday night, March 9, 2014. His wife and two sons were with him while many family and friends stood outside the hospital room. Bo lived a bright and glorious life. He was a funny, courageous and shining spirit who loved his family and his friends. He was a dedicated, devoted and caring co-worker with Cisco Systems for over 15 years. Since being diagnosed with cancer in 2007, Bo fought a very hard and courageous battle without a single complaint while continuing to live his life with purpose, care and dedication. He loved his dogs, Lee, Mario, Ozzie and Vata. He also enjoyed cycling, swimming, hiking and spending time with his family.
Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Karen; sons Nathaniel and Zachary of Holly Springs; mother, Lorraine of Apex; sisters-in-law, Deborah Bailey of Fayetteville and Janet Provost and husband, John of Swansboro; brothers-in-law, Neil Bailey and wife Elizabeth of Clayton and Gary Bailey and wife Sarah of Buffalo, NY; mother-in-law, Betty Bailey of Clayton; and father-in-law, B.L. Bailey of Clayton.
He was Uncle Bo to Jordan, Carter and Caroline of Swansboro and Richard, Valerie and Sydney of Clayton.
Bo was preceded in death by his brother, Danny and his father, Dan E. Berry.
A celebration of Bo's Life will be held 2:00 pm Friday at Sunset Lake Lodge, 5664 Sunset Lake Road, Holly Springs, NC. Private entombment will be on Saturday.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Duke Multiple Myeloma Research Program, Attn: Julia Hoyle, DUMC 3961, Durham, NC 27710.
Arrangements are by Montlawn Funeral Home, 2911 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, N.C. Condolences may be made to www.montlawn.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Berry
March 29, 2014
Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time of your life. I know you will miss Thomas. Almighty God will give you the strength to continue. He will really help you.
Marlene & Joe Day
March 15, 2014
So sorry for the loss of your husband, father & Son. May God ease your pain and bring you comfort and peace.
March 14, 2014
Karen,
I don't know if you remember me, but we know each other from St. Francis Church. I was so sad and sorry to hear of Bo's death. It sounds like he fought with heart and concern for others and for a long time.
I'm thinking of you during your time of grief. Sending prayers.
Carlin Johnson
Judy and Steve Davenport
March 13, 2014
We love you and feel so sad. May God's comfort, like no other, be yours.
robert williams
March 12, 2014
Blessings to you all. Bo was a very special guy.
-The Williams Family
Bobbie Bailey
March 12, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Karen and the family. So sorry for your loss.
Sissie, Brad, Bryan, and Brent
March 12, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Please know that God is your comfort and support during this difficult time. My deepest sympathy.
March 12, 2014
My condolences to the family. May the peace of God comfort your hearts and your minds.
Lonnie Harris, Durham, North Carolina
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Ken Motley
March 12, 2014
Karen, my deepest condolences to you and your family. May God comfort you in this trying time.
Sandy Savageau
March 11, 2014
Karen,my deepest condolences to you and your family. May the peace that passes all of our understanding sustain you in the coming days,weeks and months. God bless and keep you and your family. Sandy Savageau
CeeCee Frazier
March 11, 2014
Zachary and family. I am so sorry for your loss and your whole entire family is in my thoughts and prayers. Though sorrow may last for the night joy does come in the morning.
Rosie Best
March 11, 2014
My deepest condolences to you,Karen,and the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers and may God comfort your hearts during this time of grief.
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