Margaret Ann Berry

Margaret was born July 12, 1937, in Woodson, IL, the daughter of Jesse Eugene and Phyllis Elinor Steinmetz Megginson. She married Bernard Lee “Bud” Berry on May 10, 1968, in Union City, TN; he preceded her in death on February 7, 2021.

Margaret graduated from Jacksonville High School in 1955 and was employed as a GTE switchboard operator. She devoted her life to caring for her family. Margaret enjoyed arts and crafts, baking (especially pies), nature, and her beloved pets. She relished the simple joys of life. Her constant smile and gentle laugh will always be remembered and treasured.

She was also preceded in death by her parents and brother, John Megginson, Sr.

Margaret is survived by her children; Timothy (Suzanne) Berry of New Berlin, June (Chuck) McGrew of Hannibal, MO, James “Jim” (Sue) Berry of Marble Falls, TX, Benjamin (Susan) Berry of Springfield, Amy Berry of Chatham, LeAnne (Shaun Kerr) Robinson of Springfield, and Jennifer (Dave Penning) Berry of Springfield; grandchildren, Aaron Berry, Ian Berry, Brandon McGrew, Blake McGrew, Brent Howard, Brad Howard, Breanna Warner, Keaton Berry, Cameron Berry, Kailey Berry, Nathaniel Berry, Lori Berry, Olivia Christy, Garrett Christy, Vivian Rollet, Miles Rollet, and Evan Berry; sister, Connie (Bob) McIlrath of Grundy Center, IA; sister-in-law, Frances Megginson of Woodson, IL; and blessings of great-grandchildren. Margaret was truly loved by many family and friends.

Cremation was provided by Butler Funeral Home—Springfield.

Memorial Gathering and Ceremony: Family will receive friends from 2:00 to 3:15 p.m. on Sunday, May 30, 2021, at Butler Funeral Home—Springfield, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield. A memorial ceremony will follow at 3:30 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.