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Anne Ellison posted a condolence
Thursday, March 20, 2025
It is an honor to have known Mr. Berg. The best conversations were those of his daughters, Raine and Reece. He couldn’t have been a prouder father and wants only the best for them. Individuals like Roy touch so many lives in such a positive way, that that impact does not go unnoticed and is never forgotten. There will always be a wish for more time, which is also a reflection of how truly special of a person he was. May he rest in peace knowing how much he was loved.
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Ian Brown posted a condolence
Sunday, March 16, 2025
Your dad was a great man. One of the kindest, nicest people I've ever known. My heart goes out to you and your family. I love you.
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Connie Friscia posted a condolence
Sunday, March 16, 2025
I’m so so sorry for your loss Roy is a kind person
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Kylee Todd posted a condolence
Sunday, March 16, 2025
One of my favorite memories of Roy goes all the way back to my very first day attending elementary school. I remember crying all morning and that I was really nervous. I went outside to wait for the bus with my mom and once the bus pulled up, I turned back to my mom and told her I couldn’t get on the bus. That’s when Roy calls out from the drivers seat and reassured me that everything will be okay and that I could sit up front with him, “where the cool kids sit.”
Little did I know, years later, I’d become so close to Reece and get to see what Roy was like outside of school. Let me tell you, you were never bored when Roy was around! He’d always have something witty to say and brightened everyone’s day with ease.
Roy had the purest soul.
I never understood how he could be so good at driving a bus but so terrible at driving a car! Lol!
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Doreen Salcido posted a condolence
Sunday, March 16, 2025
I was so saddened to hear of Roy’s passing… such a nice man and friend to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. My sincere condolences to his daughters , his family, friends…. May you RIP Roy Berg
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Kathleen Corbine posted a condolence
Sunday, March 16, 2025
Im so sorry to be reading this, your dad was an absolute pleasure to work with and I will cherish his friendship forever, our condolences to you, Raine and your entire family
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Sarah Keefer posted a condolence
Sunday, March 16, 2025
So sorry for you and your daughters Renada and the rest of his Loved ones loss. He was truly a great man! His laugh was infectious and his smile as well. I’ll be Praying for you and your families strength during this time of sorrow and grief.
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Brandy Francois posted a condolence
Sunday, March 16, 2025
Everyone gonna miss u so much Roy keep ur wings up and head down watching over ur girls
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Tom Koeppel posted a condolence
Sunday, March 16, 2025
I grew up with Roy in West Babylon on Densfield Rd. Great place to grow up and a great time in our lives. We had a lot of good times together from riding our bicycles around to playing baseball and football on the street or up at the church field. Roy was the first one of us to get his license and vehicle. In Roy's case I remember he had a 1970 baby blue Ford short bed pickup. He loved that truck and was always gracious enough to drive everybody around when there was somewhere to go. I can't count how many concerts and trips to the beach we made in Roy's truck. Roy being Roy was always happy enough to do the driving while we all piled in the back. Roy, being the kind of friend he was got me my first full time job at Fenley and Nicol which was what they called a pump and tank company back in the day. I'm fairly certain Roy was responsible for getting many of his friends their job here. That's the kind of friend he was. He would go out of his way for anyone to help them out. If your car had mechanical problems, Roy was the friend who would come over and figure out what it was and more times then not, fix it. Whether we were at work or play, Roy seemed always to be in a happy mood. He really didn't let a lot of things bother him. Always quick with the wit or a joke I will always remember his happy, smiling demeanor. I will miss my friend and all the good times we had together. The world lost a wonderful person, someone who enriched this world during his time here. Rest in peace my friend.
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Pam Lobdell posted a condolence
Sunday, March 16, 2025
I am so sorry thinking of you all at this sad time dad was a great man...❣️
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Kennedy Roberts posted a condolence
Sunday, March 16, 2025
I’m so sorry to hear about this! I’m thinking of Raine, Reece, and mom during this time. Your dad has been a pillar in the Clifton Fine Community for many years! I remember him fondly in my high school years. He was someone many students trusted in, and I can only imagine how great of a father he was.
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Barbara and Gerard McMahon posted a condolence
Sunday, March 16, 2025
We have shared so many memories with Roy.
What comes to mind is the camping and ski trips. Our white water rafting is another one.
We are so grateful to have the last memory of Roy at Glen’s house with all his siblings and Roy’s daughter, Reece.
That night will always be a special memory!
Roy will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
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Victoria Miller posted a condolence
Sunday, March 16, 2025
Roy was such an amazing and funny man I grew up with him hanging out with Raine ,and he was always smiling and laughing. He was an awesome guy and such a beautiful human being. Girls always look at the sky look at every sunset and sunrise, every starry night. Because that him telling you that he loves you and he’s proud of you
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Nancy Berg House posted a condolence
Friday, March 14, 2025
To my big brother Roy.....
Where do I begin. You were in my life for 62 years 11 months 349 days. You have been in Heaven for 2 weeks now and my heart feels indescribable pain. This sucks beyond measure. I wish you were still with us, sharing your humor, your take on life and your willingness to always help others.
Growing up you looked out for me when I was little. I remember you walking me to my Sunday School class every Sunday at church. Whenever you caught me doing something I shouldn't, you'd scold me and then I'd bribe you to not tell Mom or Dad by doing your house chores for a week or two. I thought you were going to kill me when you caught me driving Dad's red Pinto when I was 15. You came home from work early...I nearly died when I saw you standing on the stoop when I returned from driving around a few blocks. Extra chores for a long time!
You were two years older, so we didn't mingle much as we became teens. I remember you and your friends walking thru the house to go watch a football game. I dubbed your friends the 6' Plus Club, except for Jimmy O, only one less than 6' tall. Mom always made snacks for you guys. I remember the time you took me to a bar with a live band to hang with you and your friends, I was SO excited to go with you! But after about 20min I asked you to take me home, as I couldn't handle the loud heavy metal music. I felt awful, but you took me home without question. That's the brother you were.
In 1993, you gave me the greatest gift of all - a new start in life. I was the mother of two daughters and trying to escape from my abusive partner. You allowed me and my girls to move into the house you owned upstate. The house our grandparents built in the 50s and we vacationed at as children. You gave me my life back and I am forever grateful for that.
This was about the time that you moved to Star Lake to start your life there. You got married and had two daughters of your own. My beautiful nieces Raine and Reece. I remember coming up to visit you, a 5hr drive, and being in awe of the amazing man you had become. You helped your wife run her restaurant, doing everything and anything that needed to be done while also working other jobs. And you doted on your two little girls, cooking for them, giving them their bedtime baths, reading to them before bed and playing with them. They were God's greatest gift to you. You were an example of how every parent should be - kind, caring, guiding, teaching and loving unconditionally. That never ending, right up until your last day with us.
I will cherish forever my memories of the times we spent together the last few years. Your visit to our campground on your new motorcycle, the time we met Glen and Mariana at their campsite for a quick get-together, our family reunions at Camp Budweiser on Star Lake, an impromtu gathering with some of your 6' Plus Club at Glen's on LI and our family reunion in Pine Plains with Mom and Dad together for the first time in over 25yrs. I will especially hold close to my heart our last family reunion on Bailey Island, Maine in 2023. You were the grill master once again, as always! I'm so glad you enjoyed the "guys only" chartered fishing trip and relaxing each day, surrounded by family and making memories.
Your absence is felt by so many. Your daughters, your siblings, your ex-wife, your family and friends and the community that you cared for so deeply. The children all loved you as a bus driver and missed you when you became the bus mechanic. Lucky for them, you filled in as a driver when needed. You once told me "All kids love me" and I saw that whenever you were around kids, especially your nieces and nephews and your great niece. You were someone who showed compassion to every single person you knew. There isn't a person that you wouldn't help if they asked you.
I was not surprised when I learned you became a volunteer at the Star Lake Fire Dept, driving the ambulance. You adored your EMT Lynne, spoke so highly of her and the rest of your Fire Dept family. Just as you were always there for them and your community, they were there for you after your cardiac arrests last year. Though we were all deeply saddened that you became paralyzed from the chest down, your outlook was always optimistic. You focused on the fact that you still had your arms and hands and brain to think with. You never once let your situation get you down. You kept smiling, kept your sense of humor and helped US get through it with you. You never gave up, never stopped trying.
Unfortunately, in the end, it was your body that failed you. You kept fighting and stayed hopeful, as did we. Yet in the end, you were trapped in a broken body. One that could no longer be fixed. And you made the brave choice to let nature take it's course and not have machines keep you alive and away from your girls. Your girls were your pride and joy. And a life without being home with them was no life at all. I get it. And I respect you so much for that. We all respect you for your choice, even though it broke our hearts to lose you. It was our gift to you, letting go when we didn't want to.
Roy, I know you are free from your broken body and reunited with your loved ones in Heaven. I also know that you will watch over Raine and Reece forever, you will let them know you are there with them always. I also know you are with me, Lynyrd Skynyrd all the way my big brother! I am so damn proud of you. And I will miss you forever and a day.
Till we meet again on the other side, rest easy my brother. And fly high!
I'll love you forever with all my heart and soul.
Love,
Your sister Nancy ♡♡♡
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Donald Anderson posted a condolence
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Q: What was one of your favorite qualities of Roy?
A: Roy and I were from the old neighborhood. I remember when his mother passed on Roy was very concerned for his siblings. He knew he had to be there for them, and rose up to God's will for him. He would pass up many invites so he maintain his job, and be the father figure in their lives. His strength and dedication to his family was an inspiration to us all.
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Tracy Sessions posted a condolence
Friday, March 7, 2025
I met Roy when my cousin Renada and him fell in love he was always a part of our family and everyone welcomed him with loving arms even before they married. He was a very quiet smart and could fix anything kind of guy and if he couldn’t he’d figure it out. He was always smiling and my mom Patrica his Aunt Pat by marriage loved him and so did his Mother law My aunt Lynn they thought the world of him. He was always hanging with his girls and doing things with them. He was a great father to them both. He was always great to my kids also, when we would come up to visit in Star lake. He was a very pleasant person to talk too. He would give the shirt off his back to help someone if they needed it. He was one of the kindest people that I have ever known. He will be greatly missed by us all and we will all cherish the memories we made with him. May he rest peacefully now.
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Friday, March 7, 2025
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Maureen Peabody posted a condolence
Friday, March 7, 2025
Roy was such a wonderful person. He never failed to make others around him feel better. I was in Language Club when I was in High School. It was April 2023. We had a trip to Puerto Rico. Roy came along. It was never a dull moment with him. Always filled with such wit and warmth. I'm very fortunate to have met such an incredible person! You'll be missed tremendously, Roy!!
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Mariana Montesdeoca posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
In Loving Memory of Roy
Roy was a kind, fun, and honest man whose warmth and laughter brought joy to those around him. He had a special way of making people feel loved, and his kindness was felt deeply by all who knew him.
He was especially sweet to his new nephew, Teo. Though distance kept them from seeing each other often, the moments they shared were filled with happiness. We will forever keep Roy’s memory alive, ensuring Teo knows what a wonderful uncle he had—a man who loved him dearly and brought joy whenever he was near.
Roy will always be remembered with a smile. His presence was a gift, and his absence leaves a tremendous void in our hearts. We take comfort in knowing that heaven has gained a truly remarkable angel.
His greatest legacy is his beloved daughters, whom he cherished with all his heart. He spoke of them with immense love and pride, and through them, his spirit and love will live on.
Roy will be deeply missed, but his kindness, laughter, and love will remain in our hearts forever.
Rest in peace, dear Roy. We love you.
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Syrena Haen posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
I didn’t know Roy extremely well, but he was always a happy person with a story to tell. We worked together at CFCS and during the short time I was bus monitor, Roy always was there to help answer any questions I had. He helped this community in many ways and will be truly missed by all.
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Lynne Backus posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
I first met Roy at the Ice Arena where our children starting skating at the young age of 3 years old. Our family's did lots of activities, until our children got older and adults weren't as much fun. A few years ago, Roy joined our local Fire Department and became one of my/our ambulance drivers. If Roy was around - he was there. Roy and I began right where we left off when our children were young - as if we never stopped talking. We would share stories of our children and vent to each other about life - always willing to listen and even give advise. His life changed on June 29th - but Roy proved how strong he was. Roy showed all of his family and friends - how tough he really was. Roy never complained - always looked at the future. Roy would always say "when" I get better - not if. The last couple of months, even at his worst, he never lost hope. For that Roy - you will be remembered - never give up hope. We learned a little bit about your journey for the past 8 months - and that is always have hope. I will miss you my friend - when that fire siren blows, you will always be with me/us - watching over us - and making sure we are safe. Will Miss You My Friend!
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Ryan Wendt posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Roy, thank you for always being an inspiration to me, and not only me, others too. You were one of my favorites. R.I.P Roy. Fix the busses up there for us.
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Angela Oliver posted a condolence
Monday, March 3, 2025
I very much enjoyed working with Roy at CFCSD. He truly cared about the students and wanted things to work well. He will be missed. My condolences to his family.
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Pete Guiles posted a condolence
Monday, March 3, 2025
I worked with Roy many weekends at the state house. Roy was a good man, a jack of all trades. Roy would give you a hand with anything you asked for help with. I saw Roy with his daughters at the Clarkson hockey games often and we would shoot the breeze. God has called Roy home, til we see each other again my friend.
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Eileen Pollacek posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, March 3, 2025
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Roy was always a true friend and wonderful person to be near . I can't remember a memory of him that wasn't a good one . He will be remembered for the special man he was and the loving friend he always was to everyone. Deepest condolences to the entire family as I know you will miss him terribly. Cherish your memories of him and hold them dear .
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Kim Reed lit a candle
Monday, March 3, 2025
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I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you all! RIP Roy.
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Monday, March 3, 2025
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Monday, March 3, 2025
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Mark Hall posted a condolence
Monday, March 3, 2025
I will also never forget traveling to visit you after your initial hospitalization in July 2024. I was so nervous to see you. I didn’t know what to expect.
I was shocked to find the Roy I had always known. You were upbeat, positive, and funny. I went to lift your spirits and it ended with you lifting my spirits. That my friends is Roy Berg!
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Mark Hall posted a condolence
Monday, March 3, 2025
Roy, you left us way too soon. You were dealt a bad hand, but you never complained. You handled everything with strength and bravery. You allowed me to be with you at the end. I am grateful for that. You are an inspiration!
We were friends, business partners, and teammates. We had each others backs for over forty years. I think back to our softball games, hundreds of them. Baseball games, hockey games. Great times.
Words do not seem to be enough. You will be missed by many. RIP my friend.