Jason Berry’s family and friends nearly filled WestGate Church yesterday afternoon to say goodbye. Heartfelt memories of his childhood and early years as a teacher were shared; the loss to his family and the community was mourned. A large group, many of whom were alumni, then moved to Harker’s Saratoga campus for a reception.

Family members joined the group shortly after it started, and Chris Nikoloff as well as two of Berry’s colleagues addressed the group very briefly, followed by more memories exchanged, and more tears shed for the life cut short.

Add your thoughts to others’ on Berry’s memorial page: http://berrymemories.com/; and read more about the memorial at the Winged Post: http://bit.ly/146UUaj.