Freda Mae (Shook) Berry at the age of 99 years, passed away peacefully at The Wedgewood Retirement Residence in Brockville, on Monday, April 8, 2024, surrounded by her children.
Beloved wife of the late David Lyle Berry (1920-2010) and cherished mother of Dwaine Berry (Pat), Linda MacDonald (John) and Sharon Beery (Edgar). Loving grandmother to Evan and Erin Berry, Kathryn, Laura and Anna MacDonald, Tara and Shannon Kittle and Brittany and Casey Beery. Great grandmother to Scott, Chad, Jenna, Leif and Daisy Berry, Noah Kittle, Galen Kittle-McAuliffe, Olivia and Myles Duckett, and Ava Freda Joy Doran.
Freda was born in Seeley’s Bay, Ontario. She met David in Kingston where he was serving with the Canadian Army. After marriage to David in 1945 they moved to South Mountain. Together they built and ran a successful poultry business and raised their three children. Upon retirement they moved to Iroquois, then Morrisburg, before relocating to The Wedgewood in 2009.
Freda and David, married 65 years, loved to travel and touched every continent and dozens of countries. No less than 97 albums of photographs and memorabilia document their experiences, and she enjoyed sharing her adventures with her children and grandchildren.
In compliance with her wishes, a private family service will be held at a future date, with internment at South Mountain Union Cemetery.
Many thanks to Byers Funeral Home in South Mountain for their compassion and support during this time. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Salvation Army would be gratefully acknowledged.
Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be made at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca
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Gerry and Lois Rosenquist says
April 8, 2024 at 6:19 pmTo the family of Freda and Dave:
They were an example of what marriage should be like. They were not only handsome but were kind, generous and very community oriented. Sadly they are now both gone. I got to know them quite well because of our Lion connections and curling and their move to the Morrisburg area.
RIP Freda – you and Dave did make a difference to this planet. God bless you and all your family.
Gerry and Lois Rosenquist
Larry Stevens says
April 8, 2024 at 6:24 pmMy sincere condolences to all the family…
Crystal says
April 9, 2024 at 12:37 amFreda will be greatly missed in the dining room, her kindness and smile especially I send my deepest condolences to Freda’s family she is a true gem and I am glad I had the pleasure of being one of her servers for almost 4 year’s may she rest in eternal peace
Dale and Lois Keyes says
April 9, 2024 at 5:31 amDale and I extend our sincere condolences to Dwaine, Linda and Sharon and their families for the loss of their mother, Freda.
Sharon Richardson says
April 9, 2024 at 6:46 amSincerest condolences to all the family. Gord and Sharon Richardson
Corrie & Mike Stone says
April 9, 2024 at 7:43 amMike and I are so very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. We visited Freda many times since moving to Brockville. During covid, Mike and I would dance and use hand gestures on the sidewalk greeting her and trying to use hand signals for communication. We ended up amusing her dining room friends and she just loved the connection.
We timed our walks for the supper hour and when we couldn’t find her we called and found out they changed her dinner hour, so we altered our walk to hers!
All to say the three of us would often cry with happiness at the sight of each other.
May her memory be a blessing.
Bert and Anna Smail (Meerakker) says
April 9, 2024 at 8:09 amOur condolences to Dwaine, Pat , Linda and Sharon. I remember your Mom from our high school days, she was such a kind lady.
Don and Lynne Levere says
April 9, 2024 at 8:53 amSincere condolences to Dwaine and Pat, Linda and Sharon.
Gail Lussier says
April 9, 2024 at 5:11 pmCondolences to Dwaine, Linda and Sharon and your families. May the memories that you have of your mother, Freda bring you comfort.
M.Diane Arcand says
April 10, 2024 at 6:28 amDwayne an Family .My deepest sympathy on your loss. Will always remember her as a very kind Lady
Diane Perkins says
April 10, 2024 at 4:43 pmYour Mom is now with her husband,,,Take Care and our sympathy to all the FAMILY,,
From the Hutchinson Family,,,
Carole Dailey says
April 11, 2024 at 11:31 amCondolences to Freda’s family. I would see your mother daily while walking my standard poodle past the Wedgewood. Freda would tap on the window and to get his attention. Thought I would share my connection to this lovely lady. She will be missed.
Richard and Debbie Gilmer says
April 12, 2024 at 7:52 amCondolences to Dwayne, Linda, Sharon and families. Dave and Freda were a great couple and they’ve left you with many fond memories.
Anita Gilmer says
April 14, 2024 at 4:08 pmDeepest sympathies to Dwayne, Linda, Sharon and Freda’s many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her long life has been a great blessing for all of you.
Carol Dunn says
April 23, 2024 at 10:58 amDeepest Sympathies to Dwayne,Linda , Sharon and Families
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
We have many fond memories of spending time with your Mom and Dad whether it was in South Mountain, Iroquois, Morrisburg, around the golf course or in Florida.
Carol and Garry
Cathy and Bob
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