Robert Philip Berry

DANVERS- Robert Philip Berry,78, passed away on August 7, 2023 at Kaplan Family Hospice House following a courageous battle against cancer. Born in Salem on December 23, 1944, he was the son of the late Russell and Victoria (Karshik) Berry. Bob graduated from Salem High School in 1962 and went on to study history. In more recent years he worked in the humanitarian field helping clients with intellectual challenges at Bass River in Beverly. Bob was a loving and supportive father who stood by his family. He enjoyed sports and was a card shark. He enjoyed playing pool and acquired an admirable collection of trophies from the many tournaments he entered. He is survived by his loving companion of 25 years, Christine Dennis of Danvers, his daughters, Joanne Berry of Danvers and Robin Smith of Florida, his grandson, Joshua Kibler of Ipswich, his brother, Ralph Berry of Georgetown and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his sister Barbara Mahoney. His funeral service will be held at 11:30AM on Saturday, August 12, 2023 in Wesley United Methodist Church, 8 North St., Salem. Burial is private. Visitation will be held from 4-7PM on Friday, August 11, 2023 at C.R. Lyons & Sons, Funeral Directors, 28 Elm St., Danvers. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Robert’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl, Memphis, TN, 38105. www.stjude.org.