Garth Ray Berg

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Garth Ray Berg, 82, left us all behind early in the morning on Monday, Sept. 18, 2023, and hopefully there was Maker’s Mark waiting for him somewhere when he arrived. Garth loved a good drink, a good time, and good meat, so much that he used to judge American Royal Barbeque and people begged him to make beef jerky and cook their Thanksgiving turkey.

You may have known Garth from one of the several jobs he had since moving to Lawrence in 1966. Garth never knew a stranger and his home had a revolving door for anyone who walked through it.

Judy, his wife and partner in crime for the past 40 years, will miss him dearly, as will his children and bonus children, Jadene, Dawn, Marc, Wendy, Tim, Andy and David, their spouses, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

No services are planned at his request.

Til we meet again…..

11 Condolences

  1. Joyce & Jerry Cromwell on September 20, 2023 at 7:16 pm

    So sorry to hear about Garth! He was a great guy and will be missed. I worked with Garth at All Star Dairy and became friends with him, my husband and I enjoyed a few drinks with him over the years back in the late 70’s early 80’s. Thoughts and prayers to Judy and all the family at this difficult time.



  2. Leland C. McMechan on September 20, 2023 at 8:14 pm

    Garth was a Great guy! I enjoyed visiting with him and he will be missed. Praying for Judy and family.



  3. Garth on September 20, 2023 at 9:31 pm

    Garth and I met years ago and we had something in common. When we occasionally bumped in to each other from time to time we talked.
    I remember him well with a good personality and very friendly. RIP Garth.



  4. Garth Terlizzi on September 20, 2023 at 9:32 pm

    Garth and I met years ago and we had something in common. When we occasionally bumped in to each other from time to time we talked.
    I remember him well with a good personality and very friendly. RIP Garth.



  5. Verle and Karen Smith on September 21, 2023 at 8:19 am

    Judy and family…so sorry to hear about Garth. He was always so nice and friendly to everyone. My prayers go out to you all at this sad time🙏🙏🙏



  6. Annette Hughes on September 21, 2023 at 11:15 am

    Judy and Family,
    I alway enjoyed being around Garth and you. He was the complete definition of Yang in your relationship. We were very fortunate to enjoy his tasty Thanksgiving Turkey skills at Stephens Real Estate for many years. My thoughts are with you all!
    RIP Garth



  7. Andrea Halsted (Gannaway) on September 22, 2023 at 4:06 am

    I am so sorry for your loss. Garth was always so nice and caring the years I was around. Sending prayers for healing and peace.



  8. Ken Morris on September 22, 2023 at 6:55 am

    Judy,
    So sorry for your loss. Always remember enjoyable conversations with Garth. He lived wearing a smile and I know will be missed greatly by his family.
    Celebrate Garth like he would!
    RIP



  9. Monica Blanton-Birzer on September 25, 2023 at 2:25 pm

    I knew Garth over the years and always enjoyed his quick wit and sparking personality. My love and support to Judy and his family at this time.



  10. Dean and Sheri Penny on September 25, 2023 at 9:11 pm

    Makers Mark just lost their mark. It will never taste the same to us again. Along with our milk !!!!!!! . Garth lives on in Lawrence Infamy!

    God bless you guys we love you!



  11. Dean and Sheri Penny on September 26, 2023 at 9:09 pm

    PS Never forget his bumper sticker
    FIRE THEM ALL AND RE-ELECT NOBODY



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