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Mr. Fleming "Berry" Mathews III

Mr. Fleming "Berry" Mathews III

  • April 17, 1957 - November 4, 2011
  • Dallas, Texas
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“Berry was a specail man in his love of people and life, and Berry's life was a testimony of his love of God. My loss of Berry's friendship saddens...Read More » ”
1 of 23 | Posted by: Sue Lott - Brownsboro, TX

“So sorry to hear of your loss. From 1st grade classmates at Hyer Elementary to HPHS to college roomates at Texas Tech, and even a crazy post college...Read More » ”
2 of 23 | Posted by: Jim Himmel - San Clemente, CA

“Berry was sucha great guy and a mentor for me as I started in the wine business. It was always a pleasure talking with him and listening to his...Read More » ”
3 of 23 | Posted by: Shawn O'Connor - Plano, TX

“Julie, I have not had the privilege of meeting you, but have known your name for as long as I knew Berry, and I so feel for your loss. I met Berry...Read More » ”
4 of 23 | Posted by: Sara Hendrix - Allen, TX

“Julie, Mary Ann and Pam, My heartfelt condolences go out to you. I will always have fond memories of growing up with Berry on Colgate. He will...Read More » ”
5 of 23 | Posted by: David Cook Jr - Santa Fe, NM

“Whether on minor misadventures, sitting around a firepit smoking cigars, hanging out here or there, or whenever, Berry was always consistently Berry....Read More » ”
6 of 23 | Posted by: Allen DeSalme - Farmington, NM

“Berry, was a cousin of mine and I enjoyed many get-togethers with his family many years ago. The Mathews did an excellent job of raising their...Read More » ”
7 of 23 | Posted by: Benny Kirtley - Coleman, TX

“Berry and I became friends because of my interest I wine and his involvement in the wine business. But our friendship evolved way past that. Berry...Read More » ”
8 of 23 | Posted by: Troy Dungan - Dallas, TX - Friend

“Berry was the gentle giant with a huge heart. We met several years ago on the LBS darts team and he took me under his wing. He loved mentoring and...Read More » ”
9 of 23 | Posted by: David Brown - Dallas, TX - Friend

“Berry was an extremely supportive, generous and loving man. When I would see him I would ask for a "Berry Hug" and he was always happy to grant my...Read More » ”
10 of 23 | Posted by: Jennifer Buchanan - TX - Friend

“I met Berry when Pam and I became friends in junior high. He was always friendly and kind to me through out the years. Although he struggled these...Read More » ”
11 of 23 | Posted by: Daisy Welsh - Dallas, TX

“I had the wonderful opportunity to know Berry through the wine business over the last four years. He was a true professional in every sense of the...Read More » ”
12 of 23 | Posted by: David Bristow - Dallas, TX

“I have lots of fun memories of Berry from the days he sold Elsie and I wine! He was always laughing with us and sharing his love of food and showing...Read More » ”
13 of 23 | Posted by: Sheila Baxter - Dallas, TX

“Met you at work and when I found out you grew up couple of houses down from my Dad "Tommy Maher" it thrilled me that you knew him and the memory that...Read More » ”
14 of 23 | Posted by: Tabby Crocker - Frisco, TX

“A kind man who was such a good match for my friend Julie. Each brought special talents to a special relationship filled with love. You will be missed. ”
15 of 23 | Posted by: Barbara Holton - Garland, TX

“Berry lived across the street from me and we always played together,in my 20's we became good friends,while I was in Dallas.Sorry for the lost. ...Read More » ”
16 of 23 | Posted by: kim hendricks weatherly - TX

Valentine's Day 2010 “Berry, You were one-of-a-kind.....I will miss you, my dear friend.....Michele ”
17 of 23 | Posted by: Michele DeSalme - Dallas, TX

Valentine's Day 2010 at Momo's “Berry, You were one-of-a-kind.....I will miss you, my dear friend.....Michele ”
18 of 23 | Posted by: Michele DeSalme - Dallas, TX

“I did'nt know Berry had to withstand Coach Mauser. My time was short. But I can see Berry smilling through the pain. KEEP ON SMILIN' BROTHER ...Read More » ”
19 of 23 | Posted by: William Powell - Austin

“We're gonna miss you Berry but thanks to all the memories we have, you'll always be in our hearts and thoughts! You were "one of a kind". And,...Read More » ”
20 of 23 | Posted by: Buddy & Martha Cook - Forney, TX

“I loved Julie first, but after I met Barry, I saw why she really loved this man. Such a handsome, kind, intellegent man. They were just beautiful...Read More » ”
21 of 23 | Posted by: Beverly Cimino - Dallas, TX

“I always remember Berry just being happy, He always made me laugh in the track locker room ever when Mauser was kickin my butt. ”
22 of 23 | Posted by: John McCulloch - plano, TX

“We'll miss you Berry ”
23 of 23 | Posted by: Patrick Herrick - Carrollton, TX


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Fleming Berry Mathews, III, lost his valiant battle with cancer on Friday, November 4, 2011 Bear, as he was known to many of his friends, was an extraordinary man with a huge heart and a zest for life.

Berry was born April 17, 1957 in Dallas, Texas, and graduated from Highland Park High School where the friends he made became fellow travelers in life as they shared in each other's celebrations and milestones. Berry was a fabulous cook renowned for his barbeque, passionate about music, and recently developed a rousing interest in politics, always eager to engage in a lively debate.

After he attended Texas Tech University, Berry pursued a career in sales. Like his father, he was a consummate salesman and loved meeting and interacting with people. He spent the last several years of his career as a wine consultant for Prestige Wines, which was later bought by Glazer's Wholesale Distributors.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Fleming Berry Mathews, Jr. and Sue Dell Parker. He is survived by his wife, Julie Herrick, two sisters, Mary Ann Baker and Pam Stammer, his aunts Mrs. Evelyn Wester and Mrs. Lod C. Allison, his cousin Dave "Buddy" Cook and his wife Martha, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A memorial service will be held at Unity Church of Dallas on Thursday, November 10, from 2-4 p.m. A reception at the church will immediately follow.