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Hugh Berry Obituary
ST LOUIS - Dr. Hugh Gordon Berry Sr., of St. Louis, Missouri, and Orlando, Florida, passed away peacefully on Oct. 11, 2025, surrounded by his beloved wife of 75 years, Joyce Christine.
Born on July 10, 1926, in Bardwell, Kentucky, to Hugh Mosby Berry and Opal Watson Berry, Hugh was raised in nearby Paducah. He attended Murray State University and later graduated from Washington University Dental School, where he went on to serve as assistant dean and chair of the department of endodontics. His leadership and mentorship left a lasting mark on generations of students and colleagues.
A proud World War II veteran, Hugh served in the U.S. Navy as a member of the Pacific Submarine Fleet aboard the USS Carp. His service reflected the same courage and dedication that defined his life both personally and professionally.
Hugh was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a deeply cherished grandfather and great-grandfather. He was an oak tree of strength and a constant source of wisdom and support for those who loved him. A gifted storyteller with a sharp sense of humor, Hugh brought laughter and light wherever he went. He found great joy in returning to his Kentucky roots - spending time on his cattle farm, hunting, fishing, and taking long hikes through the woods.
A man of deep faith, Hugh was a lifelong member of the Church of Christ, where he served as an Elder for many years. He was also an avid reader with an insatiable curiosity about the world and an enduring commitment to learning.
Hugh is survived by his devoted wife, Joyce; his children, Hugh G. "Tad" Berry Jr., Christine Meier, and Robert "Todd" Berry; his grandchildren, Avril, Sara, Scott M., Tad, Christine, Lauren, Ava, and Scott B.; and his great-grandchildren, James, Lauren, Daniel, Paige, Connor, Miles and another great-granddaughter expected in January.
He was preceded in death by his daughters, Debbie and Linda; his brother, Don; and his nephew, Jay Berry.
Hugh will be remembered for his steadfast faith, his lifelong dedication to family, and his unwavering kindness - not to mention his quick wit and contagious laughter. His legacy lives on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know and love him.
He will be laid to rest in a private family ceremony in Bardwell on Nov. 22.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Knight Alzheimer's Disease Research Center at Washington University in St. Louis.
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Memories and Condolences
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Ora Bailey Brooks
Yesterday
Dear Christine, so sorry for your loss, you are in my prayers. Ora
DEAN and Jennifer Sands
November 20, 2025
Thank you Dr Berry for our very famous term ...."Berry Puff'.... the small amount of root canal sealent seen radiographically at the tip of a finished root canal.
You lived an exemplary life, family faith and friends....and we shared our US Navy submarine service experience....I only wish we had talked about it more while I was working with you...and thank you for your incredible teaching abilities...you were my benchmark for every completed root canal I ever did in my 40 year plus practice career
RIP old friend and thank you to your lovely families
love
Dean and Jennifer Sands/Placerville CA
Heath Grote
November 20, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with the Berry family. I had the privilege of being taught by Dr. Berry during my time as a general practice resident at St. John's Mercy Medical Center in the mid-90's. He was a great influence on me, and definitely had an impact in my choice to pursue a career as an endodontist. He provided much wisdom not just about dentistry, but about in life in general. I am grateful to have known him - a fine man.
Groves Cooke
November 19, 2025
Hugh was a great teacher, colleague, and friend. I will miss him.
Deb W Humiston
November 19, 2025
Dr. T. Berry and family
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope.
Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Linda Roesch
November 19, 2025
To the Tad Berry family - I got to meet your dad/grandpa only a couple of times, but he was a very nice man and he sure loved his grandkids!! I'm thinking of you all at this time, as well as his sweet wife. Thoughts and prayers, Linda Roesch
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