Jack C. Berryman, 84, of Fremont, OH passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2017 surrounded by his family at the Rutherford House in Fremont. He was born on February 27, 1932 in Clyde, OH to Samuel and Ada (Schmitz) Berryman.
Jack married Mary Coon on June 10, 1952 at Hayes United Methodist Church and she survives. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.
Jack worked at Arkies Gulf in Fremont. He also worked at Spector Mid States in Clyde, OH. He then worked at U.P.S. as a Mechanic until he retired. Jack loved auto racing, camping, fishing and enjoyed spending time with his family.
Jack is survived by his wife of over sixty-four years, Mary Berryman; children, Eileen (Bob) Hammer, Bruce (Judy) Berryman, Jeff (Sue) Berryman, all of Fremont, OH and Pam (Jeff) Beier of Powell, OH; eleven grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Brian S. Berryman; brother, Lamar Berryman; foster mother, Hazel Hopkins.
Visitation: Sunday from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH.
Service: Monday, February 13, 2017, 10:30 am at the funeral home with Pastor Alan Brown officiating.
Burial: McGormely Cemetery with military honors provided by the V.F.W. and American Legion.
Memorials: Hospice of ProMedica Memorial Hospital, 430 S. Main St, Clyde, OH 43410
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Carol A. Coon
I am Jack’s sister-in-law, Carol Coon…(Mary’s sister) Jack was one fine man! He took good care of his children and was a wonderful husband. My children and I wish the family comfort and peace . May they all feel the presence of our Lord at this time!!!
Georgia Johnson. (Reed)
I have nothing but fond memories of my Aunt Mary, Uncle Jack, and the Berryman family. I regret that geography got in our way of remaining close.I pray that Uncle Jack is now pain-free and enjoying the heavens. I am sorry for the great loss to the family left behind. May you all be together again someday… Sincerely, Georgia Johnson (Reed)
Tom & Joanne Crockett
Consider your Dad is now comfy & at peace. May you all be blessed with patience & understanding, with your Mother. The times are challenging, STAND TALL, together. God blessing be with ALL,!! CROCKETT…Tom & Joanne
Sharm Kledzik
So sorry Vickie for your loss My thoughts are with you and your family
Aunt Shatm
Phyllis (Coon) Pitts-Thomsen
Words cannot express the sadness we feel at the loss of Jack. As his sister-in-law, we have been through many good times together. We all also faced losses. There was compassion in Jack and he was always good to my family. I have known him for 60+ years and know that he and Mary were soul-mates. It was evident whenever they were together. Such love for each other and the children. I know he will be sadly missed but they will be left with many good memories. That is what will sustain them as he is now at peace. God will give you the strength to get through this. Nels and I are sending our love and prayers.
Gary tusen
Eileen: Sorry to hear of your dad’s death. He is now in a much better place where there is no pain and suffering.
Marilyn Willer
To Mary and all the family. I am very sorry for your loss. I do remember Jack from years ago in grade school, too. Keep the faith. He is resting easy now.
Lynde (Pitts) Methner
Uncle Jack was one of the good guys. I have such fond memories of spending time as a kid with with my aunt and uncle and cousins. And I always loved his giant bear hugs! I know he will be missed. My heart goes out to all of you.
Brad Pitts
I remember all the great times we had at Uncle Jack and Aunt Mary’s. I miss that. Thinking of all of you.
Nick Stover
Jeff and Sue,
You and the Berryman family have our prayers and condolences at this very difficult time. May God give you strength and peace.
Nick and Shelley Stover
Jim Quaintance
thoughts and prayers to your family Jeff from the Qs
Melinda Larkins
So glad I was able to get to know him during his last days. Bruce, Judy and Jackie, so very sorry for your loss. He was an ornery one
Rita Mead
Pam, I am very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Janet and Jim wise
Jeff and Sue Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Carla Carson Newton
Dear Pam,
I truly was very sorry to hear about your father’s passing. I wish I wasn’t so far away. I would love to express my condolnces in person. You and your family are in our prayers.
Hugs,
Carla
Barry & Janet Hughes
Pam and Jeff we are sending all of our love and prayers to you and your family.
Gina and John Reed
Nothing but kind and thoughtful memories of Jack. I wish the family nothing but peace. 64 years a husband, says allot. The pictures showed it all.
You will not be forgotten Uncle Jack….. John Reed (son of sister-in law Carol Coon)
Debbie Baker Miracle
Mary and Family
My heart aches for all of you. I always enjoyed seeing Jack and you when I came home to visit, Mary. The stories he could tell about him and dad when they were younger and how he loved to tease! I have such fond memories of our camping trips together as well. He was a wonderful man, a very good friend to my dad and will be missed by him. My daughters, Jennifer and Heather always enjoyed seeing Jack and Mary and have fond memories as well. Our family will be praying for all of you during this time as you journey through the passing of your husband, father and grandpa. it is a journey that will take you through moments of tears and moments of laughter as you remember him and his life. May you all find comfort in being together and leaning on one another during this time and may you feel the love of Jesus holding you as you grieve. I am sorry I am not able to get back to Ohio this weekend but please know you are in my thought and prayers. Sending hugs your way!
Don Young
Jack was an amazing addition to the family. He and Mary were a true team who not only forged a healthy home and family life but were able to look outside their immediate family to relatives and the community. They were certainly an important and essential part of of my parents’and brother’s lives for my dad’s last 40 years and my mother’s last 53 and my brother’s last 55. Their love compassion, support, and social interactions were a source of joy and happiness related to me in every one of my mother’s letters and phone calls.
Jack was a keen observer of people and would relate to pertinent information about my parents’ health that I might not know on the occasional times I saw him. He was a treasure. Please accept sincere condolences from me and my family.
Chuck Zucker
Jeff, Bruce and family sorry to hear of your loss. Jack (your dad) was always great to talk to, from baseball games to racing and seeing him when had to pickup or drop off trucks at ups shop downtown.
Losing a loved one is always tuff, will keep you all in prayers.
Eric & Renee Degelau
Pam, Jeff and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. No words can truly express the sadness one feels with the loss of a parent. May the love of family, friends and all of the wonderful memories you have of your dad bring you peace. We so wish we could be with you today. We love you guys.
Eric & Renee