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Barry Wayne Berger Jr.

Barry Berger Obituary

BERGER Mr. Barry Wayne Berger, Jr., affectionately known as "Mac" and "Bear", age 34, of Yulee passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2008. Born in Columbus, OH to Barry Wayne and Debra Goodwin Berger, Sr., he was a graduate of Astronaut High School, Titusville, FL, Class of 1992. After graduation, Mr. Berger enlisted in the United States Coast Guard where he served as a Rescue Swimmer aboard a 54 foot Motor Lifeboat stationed at Tillamook Bay, Oregon, Astoria Group, where he received numerous commendations. After his honorable discharge from the military, he enrolled at Florida Community College at Jacksonville where he obtained his Associate of Science Degree in Fire Safety Technology and Emergency Medical Care which enabled him to work as an Emergency Medical Technician for Liberty Ambulance Service. He enrolled at the University of North Florida where he pursued and earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology in 2005. While a student at UNF he was inducted into Golden Key International Honour Society, the Eta Sigma Gamma fraternity and the Psi Chi National Honor Society in Psychology. Mr. Berger had worked as a Mental Health and Substance Abuse Counselor at River Region Human Services and Lakeview Substance Abuse Center both of Jacksonville, FL and at the Sutton Place in Fernandina Beach. He was an active participant in the Northeast Florida Scottish Highland Games, a member of Amelia Lodge No. 47, F & AM, the York Rite Bodies and Knights Templar. He leaves behind his wife, Tracy Dunman - Berger, Yulee, FL, his daughter, Haley Dunman - Berger, both of Yulee, FL, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Barry Wayne Berger, Sr., St. Augustine, FL, his paternal grandmother, Madelyn Berger, Lewisburg, PA, special uncle, Donald "Uncle Don" Morgan, Elizabethtown, PA, special uncle and aunt, Chuck and Beverly Hall, Titusville, FL, cousins, Summer, Tonya, Robin, Mindy and many other loving family and friends. Funeral services will be at 3:00 pm, on Friday, in the Burgess Chapel with Pastor Buddy Mullay and Barry's uncle, Chuck Hall, officiating. Military and Masonic Honors will be accorded. Mr. Berger will be laid to rest at a later date off the coast of Oregon at his Coast Guard Station. His family invites guests and friends to visit on Thursday from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the funeral home. If so desired, flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to the University of North Florida Psychology Department, 1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224 Please share his life story at www.oxleyheard.com OXLEY - HEARD FUNERAL DIRECTORS Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union from Aug. 6 to Aug. 7, 2008.

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The Johnson Family Kim,Angie, Jason and Donnie and spouses

August 27, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with Barry and Deb at this time of bereavement. Our family friends, our hearts are heavied with sadness for you. We remember all the times we stopped and shared visiting moments with you all in Litiz Pa. Remember, to call us anytime you need to talk.

Darlene Showers

August 26, 2008

Tracy and Haley, We are all sorry to hear of your loss (cousin mac) You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
cousin Darlene Goodwin Showers
Uncle Ralph Goodwin
Aunt Elaine Goodwin

Shannon Tollick

August 24, 2008

I had the pleasure of working with Barry at Liberty Ambulance. You meet a lot of people in this life, some are very special. Barry was one of the special ones. He will be missed.

Lisa Prince (Goodwin) a cousin

August 24, 2008

Tracy, so sorry to hear of your loss of Mac's passing.Our prayers & thoughts go out to you and Haley.

Rick and Fawn (Goodwin) Bennett

August 21, 2008

We are greatly saddened by Mac's death. As a retired Air Force officer and family we admire his exceptional service to this great Nation and his personal character. Fawn (cousin), Brandon, Forrest and I offer our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you in the hours and days ahead.

Ron and Charlotte Goodwin

August 21, 2008

Uncle Ronnie and Aunt Charlotte send their deepest and heartfelt sympathy at this time of great sorrow. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers always. Tracy and Haley if you ever need anything, please don't hesitate to call us at (570) 742-7559.

Savitri Dixon-Saxon

August 18, 2008

I share with others from the Walden University community who have expressed how much this sweet person will be missed.

I pray for the peace and comfort of his family in their time of sorrow.

Jon Gagnon

August 18, 2008

I am fortunate to have been stationed with Barry in the Coast Guard at Tillamook Bay, Oregon. I'll never forget him. My condolences go out to his entire family.

Jen Ballman

August 15, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Phyllis Rohm Brewer

August 14, 2008

Tracey, I still read the island paper on line and sometimes I wish I hadn't. I remember watching Haley up at the apt on the beach when she was just a baby. Seems like only yesterday. Only time will soften your pain, for you I wish that time flies by on Angels wings...Phyllis

Amy Holbrook

August 14, 2008

I am so terribly sorry for your loss. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Angela Russo

August 14, 2008

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with your family.

Jennie Evans

August 14, 2008

May God comfort you during this hour of bereavement. I will keep you in my prayers.

Qwan Needum

August 14, 2008

I am sorry for you lost and may god bless you.

Marline E. Beaubrun

August 13, 2008

I am so sorry for your lost May his soul rest in peace.

Sharon Thomas

August 13, 2008

I am saddened by this news of your loss. Barry was well-known and highly respected throughout the Walden Family. I too had the privilege to meet Barry during Residency 2 in Minn. He will be missed my many and his loss to our community his sorely felt.

Barbara Riera

August 13, 2008

I want to express my deepest sympathy to Barry's family. I got the honor to meet him in MN at the residency 2 and really enjoyed knowing him and spending time with him. I pray to God to give you serenity and peace during this difficult time.

Stacee Reicherzer

August 13, 2008

I had the privilege of teaching Barry, and working directly with him at our summer residency. He was a beautiful, kind soul, and I am grateful for our time together.

I will honor his memory as a bright student with a great deal of respect for human dignity. He will always be held in compassionate remembrance as a loved and valued member of our academic community.

Sandra Pike

August 13, 2008

My co-worker, my friend,
Barry,
We worked alot of races together on Duval rd. with Liberty..You made me laugh alot, esp. with the lawn mower races! You had all kind of ideas on how to "stoop" up a lawn mower to out run those guys on the dirt track! You were always cracking jokes! I will miss your smile and friendship!
You will be forever missed and always in my heart..You were one great person to work with!

To the Berger family,
My thoughts and condolences are with you in this difficult time..Barry was a special person with alot of accomplishments!

Nicholas Mann

August 13, 2008

I am very sorry to hear abouthis loss. Barry was a good guy who had a strong impact on many lives. I had the privolege to get to know Barry this summer in MN and enjoyed hanging out with him. I extend my deepest sympothy to his family and friends.

Michelle Nirenberg

August 13, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss and I hope you take some comfort in knowing how many lives Barry has touched for the good.

I had the honor to meet Barry in MN at Residency 2 and he made a lasting impression on me. He was a very caring individual and will be missed by many.

Michelle Nirenberg

Marilyn Haight

August 13, 2008

Dear Family, While I have not personally had Barry in class at Walden, I do know that when one hurts, we all hurt. Our deepest sympathy goes to you and yours during this time and in the days/weeks/months that follow. I know that words alone cannot begin to express the emotions and great loss, but please know that you are not alone and that in Grace, there is peace.

Tanya Hennix

August 13, 2008

I'm very sorry for your loss, I was saddened to hear of Barry's passing. I recently met Barry in person in MN for our Residency 2 for Walden University. He left a lasting impression on me and will be missed greatly.

I hope you find comfort in knowing he touched many lives and was a great guy.My heart and prayers go out to you at this difficult time.

Barbara Cooper, Ph.D.

August 13, 2008

To the family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Dr. Kelly G. Arnemann

August 13, 2008

Dear Barry Family:

I had the opportunity to work with Barry at the Winter Residency. I enjoyed his sense of humor and the warmth and empathy that he displayed in the counseling setting. May you find comfort in knowing the strength and caring that Barry possessed in his counseling role.

I wish for you and your family to know the peace that comes as time does its quiet work.

With kind regards,
Kelly

Olivia White

August 12, 2008

I am sorry for your lost, may God bless you and strengthen your hearts and faith during this time.

Jori McChesney

August 12, 2008

I wish to extend my deepest sympathies for your loss. You are in my prayers.

Rita Smith

August 12, 2008

To the family,
You have my deepest sympathy for your loss. I can not say that I knew your son personally, however I do want you to know my prayers are extended to you for strength and comfort during this time.

Sincerely,

Dr. Rita Smith

Rhonda Neswald-Potter

August 12, 2008

Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. Many blessings to you all.

Anne Bousquet

August 12, 2008

To Barry’s Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear about Barry’s death. I can only imagine how difficult this must be for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Barry was an intelligent, thoughtful, kind, and dedicated man. He brought much to Walden and his fellow students, always raising the standard for us with his insightful posts and comments. I had the pleasure of meeting Barry this summer at Residency and will forever remember him. He has touched the lives of many.

May God bless you and your family during this time and always.

Ginger Kreitz

August 12, 2008

I too, would like to send my deepest sympathies to Barry's family and friends. While I did not really know Barry, I looked forward to reading his so very intellectual posts, on our on-line courses with Walden University. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Stephanie J. W. Ford

August 12, 2008

I would like to send my sympathy to the family and friends of Barry. I trust and pray for peace and comfort during your time of loss.

Warmly,

Sonya Dreuttel

August 10, 2008

I have had the pleasure of getting to know Barry through our online classes at Walden University. Although we never had the chance to meet, he was always genuine and had wonderful thoughts to contribute in class. He will be greatly missed and I will keep him in my thoughts and prayers!

John Ridgle

August 8, 2008

Barry was a fellow student in on-line classes through Walden University. I never met him personally but considered him a friend based on our interaction in class. He was always insightful and polite, even when he disagreed with you. I am a better person for having know him and shared a very small part of his life.

Andy Hamilton

August 7, 2008

Tracy, I am very sorry for your loss, you and Barry were good freinds to me when I worked at Century with you both. Barry will be greatly missed.

Stacey Burroughs

August 7, 2008

I was in class online with Barry and left my last message to him on 8/5. I never had the opportunity to meet him, but the work that he did in our class touched my heart and left a great impression on me.

Barry and I shared a passion for reducing the stigma associated with mental illness.

My heartfelt sympathy to Barry's family.

I wish I had known him.

Dr. Tiffany Rush-Wilson

August 7, 2008

Barry was a graduate student of mine . He always had wonderful contributions to add to our class discussions. While I did not know him personally I knew him as a student and was impressed by his academic integrity and passion for his research. I do, however, remember him fondly discussing his daughter .He was very proud of her. He is already greatly missed. My condolences to all of his family and friends.

Robyn Williams

August 7, 2008

I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to Barry's family in this time of loss. While words cannot take away your pain, I pray that God will provide the comfort you need to get through each day.

Robyn L. Williams, Ed.D.
Faculty, Mental Health Counseling
Walden University

Lisa Byers

August 7, 2008

Barry used to come into the Yulee Post Office frequently. He was a very sweet man. He always came in and had that shy smile. My prayers are with you at this time. God bless you.

HARPER LIMBACH

August 7, 2008

To the Berger Family - our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Kerrie Albert

August 7, 2008

Words cannot express the true joy Barry brought to my life. My husband and I keep Tracy, Haley, and the rest of Barry's family in our hearts and prayers. Bear was an amazing friend and I will forever miss him.

Carol Kwaak

August 7, 2008

Tracy,my prayers are with you and your family.....with fraternal love.

Clinton Randolph

August 7, 2008

Tracy and Haley,
Words cannot express my sorrow for your loss. I have known Barry for many years and have many fond memories working with him. It is a great Loss to all of us. May God comfort you in this time.

Amanda Strickland

August 7, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jacque Turner-Westerman

August 7, 2008

Dear Tracy and Haley,
We are so sad over your loss and pray that you be able to remember the good things between you as a family. You have been blessed by a love that some never know and Haley's terrific Dad. He expressed his love in the most beautiful way.

God bless you and keep you wrapped in his care. Barry helped you grow into a wonderfully positive and secure woman and you can be proud.
Love you
George and Jacque

Bill and Laurie Foures

August 7, 2008

Tracy, we were so sorry to hear about Barry, and just want you to know that we are thinking of you and Haley...you are very much on our hearts and minds at this time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you, we are right here if you need anything. Bill and Laurie

Scott Acampora

August 7, 2008

Sorry for your loss. I knew Barry from Liberty back in 1997. He was a great guy, and will be missed.

Robert & Angela Patton

August 7, 2008

Tracey
No bond is as great as that between a husband and wife, best friends you shall remain...... My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Robert & Angela Patton

August 7, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Stacia Mackie

August 7, 2008

Although I only new Barry for a relatively short amount of time, I was blessed to have met and been able to share time with him. Barry was able to bring a smile to my face almost instantly with his zany sense of humor and off the cuff jokes. This past July in Minneapolis at our second residency for our degree, Barry was able to lift my spirits when I was feeling down because I was spending my birthday away from my family. I will cherish the time I was allowed to spend with him and I am now mourning for the time that is gone. To his family: please accept my deepest condolences and know that Barry was able to touch many lives. His memory will remain in my heart and I will think of him often.

Janie Gunnell

August 7, 2008

Tracy - I was so shocked and sorry to hear about such troubled times. My heart and prayers are with you and Haley. You know I love you and will talk to you soon. Janie

John & Shirley Ramsey

August 7, 2008

Tracy & Haley, our hearts are heavy with love and grief for you after hearing of Barry's passing. Remember, we love you dearly and treasure the part of your lives we share.

Christina Proulx

August 7, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time of great saddness.

Orlando Avila

August 6, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Brother Berger. Our parayers are with his family.

Orlando Avila
Worshipful Master
Amelia Lodge #47 F& AM

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