Joann G. Berry

Joann Gertrude (Ringer) Berry passed away on September 8, 2023, at the age of 95.  She was born in Indianapolis, IN on August 23, 1928, to parents, Claude J. and Mary C. “Catherine” (Styers) Ringer.  Joann, a homemaker, loved rearranging furniture, working in her flower and vegetable gardens and tending to her home and family.  In her health, Joann was an active member of Old Bethel United Methodist Church.  She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.  She enjoyed gardening, watching the Indianapolis Colts, the Indiana Pacers and racing. 

Joann was preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Catherine; brothers, Donald E. Ringer and Bert Ringer; the love of her life, her husband, Richard G. Berry; and one daughter-in-law, Sheryl Berry.

Joann is survived by her sons: Michael R. Berry (Shirley), Ricky L. Berry (Debbie), Ted J. Berry and Scott A. Berry (Tammy); grandchildren: Geoffrey Berry (Nikki), David Berry (Stephanie), Kathleen Nelson (Matthew), Michelle Berry, Jennifer Dobbins (Christopher), Renee Spertich (Andrew), Sarah Berry, Jessica Risch (Curtis) and Seth MacDonald; great-grandchildren: Tyler, Alexis, Emily, Nathan, Lydia, Ethan, Dylan, Gage, Gavin, Gabrielle, Emma, Allie, Chase, Devon, Zane, Uriah, Kenrick, Caken, Pharrah, Mikala and Appollo; step-great-grandchildren: Katie Rose, Will, John and Christina; and great-great-grandson, Carter.

Friends may visit with the family from 11am until 1pm on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at Flanner Buchanan – Washington Park East (10722 E. Washington Street, Indianapolis), where funeral services will immediately follow, beginning at 1pm. Entombment will follow services in Washington Park East Cemetery. 

Memorial contributions in Joann’s memory may be made to the American Heart Association.