Doris Berg, 75, a resident of Parkville, Missouri passed away peacefully on Monday, February 13, 2023 with her loving family by her side. Doris was born April 8, 1947 to George and Mabel (nee Armistead) Ware in Sullivan, Missouri.
At a young age they moved to Piper, Kansas where she was raised with ten brothers and sisters. The five girls first, then her father asked for five boys, which her mother gave him.
Her parents preceded her in death along with her older sisters: Alice Parkinson, Mary Lindsey and younger sisters: Gladys Reed, Georgia Cochran; her brothers: Kenny Ware, Billy Ware and Timmy Ware. She is also preceded by a niece Crissy Reed; nephews: Michael Reed, David Allen Ware, Brock Ware and Doug Lindsey.
Doris was united in marriage to Dale Troutman and together they had a daughter, Michelle. She later married Thomas Devaney who adopted Michelle as a toddler and together they had a son, Anthony “Tony.” She later married Paul Berg and enjoyed thirty-nine years together. February 14, 2023, would have been their thirty fourth wedding anniversary!
Doris is survived by her husband Paul Berg of Parkville, MO; her two children: Michelle Devaney Nunn of Kansas City, MO; Anthony “Tony” Devaney of Gladstone, MO; granddaughter Jacquelyne Nunn Johnson; great-granddaughter Peyton Nicole Johnson of Smithville, MO; two stepchildren: Ryan Berg and Angie Berg Covington and their children/ moms’ grandchildren: Riley Covington; Zac and Joey Berg. Doris is also survived by her brothers: Donnie Ware of Sullivan, MO and Ronnie Ware of Perry Lake, KS. She also has “many” nieces, nephews, and “greats” that she loved dearly. Doris was always the “Rock and glue” that held this large family together.
Doris held many positions but worked mostly as a cosmetologist and for Farmland Transportation. As we know she was always smiling and had a laugh all-of her own. She was always thinking and doing for others. She would cook big meals for family, friends, and her kids’ friends. She would take meals to those who were ill or just stop by for a coffee and a chat. She always said to be a true friend, you did for others no matter if you had a bad day, tired or just didn’t feel well, you helped anyway. “That’s what true friends do” and she lived by this as many of us know. Doris would be out helping others even as she found her own cancer, never complaining about herself.
Doris loved the casino. She also loved to have her hands in the dirt! She enjoyed planting her vegetables and her flower gardens. From making mud pies to teaching her granddaughter and great-granddaughter how to grow and can, to teaching us how to fry chicken and make pies from scratch. She was a great role model for all of us. She loved her husband, kids, granddaughter, great granddaughter, grandson, friends and her dog Tilly.
“Mom, NaNa, GiGi, you will be deeply missed.
The family would like to say a special Thank you to Ascend Hospice. Jennifer our nurse and Divina our caregiver could not have provided better care. Mom always said, “Divina, you felt like you were family.” Thank you.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 25, 2023 at Meyers Northland Chapel 401 Main St. Parkville, MO. The Memorial Service celebrating Doris’ life will commence at 1:00 p.m. at the chapel. Inurnment will take place at a later date in Sullivan, MO. In lieu of flowers Memorial contributions are suggested to Ascend Hospice or Children’s Mercy Hospital Cancer Center and may be left in the care of the funeral chapel. Memories of Doris and condolences to the family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
Doris was the greatest friend – she is leaving quite a void in our world. Our thoughts and prayers are with all her family and friends.
So very sorry to hear this news. Our condolences to all who new her.
Thoughts and Prayers going out to the family and friends.
We miss her already she was a good friend and great cousin ❤️ 😢
Our prayers are with you and all the family
Thinking of you and your family and your loss
.Doris sounds like someone we would have loved to have known.
Again we are so sorry for your loss
I’ve called her friend and family for over 40 years. I’ll miss you my friend. I’ll meet you again for a good long chat over coffee. Love always
I will miss you my dear friend. May God welcome you with open arms for sharing so much love with all those you knew.
Love you Doris ❤️
Thanks for everything!
Doris will definitely be missed, so many great memories! She was a best friend to my mother, Gladys, whom she called Happy butt! I know my Mom will miss their time together, playing cards and enjoying each others company!! My greatest memory was my wedding reception at Paul and Doris’s farm, in Smithville. I will treasure those memories! Hugs and prayers to her family and friends! Rip Doris!❤
Doris was a true friend and always there. I enjoyed our visits, playing dominoes and bunco. She was a blast to be around. She will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers for her family.
Doris was a great friend…always fun. We will miss her. Prayers to the family.
We have lost a beautiful woman, inside and out.
I will miss you my friend. I enjoyed our lunches. My condolences go out to the family. My prayers are with the family.
Doris was such a wonderful person. Always happy and had a great sense of humor. I loved to make her laugh. I have known her since I was maybe 12? Although we hadn’t seen each other a ton of the past years, I still heard from her via Facebook and loved to keep up with her posts. She would always reach out to me on one of the tough days I have thinking of my mom. She will be missed.
Our sweet, special neighbor, Doris, always supportive of our family, connected with her family and loved ones, active in her yard and garden, devoted to Paul. We will miss her and cherish her memory.
Paul my deepest sympathy to you and your family
Doris was a delight to know
She often had stories to tell
Usually about the farm or family
Was going through pictures few weeks ago
And came across your barn party
They were fun times!
My thoughts and prayers are with you all
I’m very saddened to hear of Doris’ passing. My thoughts are with you all during this time. Much love and sympathy.
Always a smile on her face. She was funny and smart. Always had us on our toes at Mexican Train Dominoes.
One lucky lady at Bunco. Sure enjoyed our conversations about gardening and canning.
Nice and beautiful inside and out. Will miss her.
Thoughts to the family.
My deep condolences to Paul and family. Doris will be missed greatly. I always enjoyed conversations with her.
My deepest Sympathy
Tina Martin
Paul, my deepest condolences to you and all Doris’ Family & Friends. What a joy to all who knew her!
Doris Berg
February 13. My Birthday and my Best Friends passing. For the rest of my life I will always be doubly blessed to celebrate your life and mine on this day! Doris blessed so many people with her joy in life and giving personality. She never criticized me, wanted to change me, or sat in judgement of me. She loved me as I am. May God bless you for the friendship she gave me. Forever Love.
My sincerest condolences to Paul and all the family. Doris was a wonderful person and a dear friend. She was always ready with a smile and a helping hand for everyone she met. She will be greatly missed.
Doris was a beautiful lady on the inside and out. I have so many memories of time we shared together especially on the farm in smithville where I stayed with her for a while . I will always Cherish our early morning conversations on the farm. You will be greatly missed and I send all my love to the family at this difficult time.
Doris was a beautiful lady on the inside and out. I have so many memories of time we shared together especially on the farm in smithville where I stayed with her for a while . I will always Cherish our early morning conversations on the farm. You will be greatly missed and I send all my love to the family at this difficult time.
More than anything, I’m thankful for aunt Doris for the kindness and thoughtfulness she shared with our family. My boys got to experience a nana love from her. I won’t forget when she invited us to their place and shared some of her plants with me—my deepest condolence to the immediate family, especially to uncle Paul.
Doris, will miss your laughter, your beautiful smile and your wonderful warm loving spirit. I was so lucky to have known you. My deepest sympathy to Paul and your family for their loss.
Doris was by far the dearest of my friends, she was a lady of style and class. My heart hurts, but knowing she is with Jesus makes this journey we are on much clearer. Her words of encouragement will be missed and her smile. Rest in peace my dear friend. I sure will miss you each and every day. Love, Jackie
Paul, Tony, and Shelly…I had no idea. I just wondered why I had not seen her on fb. I am so so sorry for your loss. Doris was a dear friend to me, did my hair numerous times, and was the only person to drag me out mushroom hunting. May you find some form of peace in your hearts. love to all.