Nancy Berry, 82, of Forks Township, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg. Born on July 8, 1943, in Jersey City, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Bernard and Cecelia (Mulvoy) Berry. Nancy was a graduate of Notre Dame College, Staten Island, NY, and earned her master’s degree from Montclair University. Her career spanned more than 40 years, beginning as a learning consultant for two decades before joining Verizon Telecommunications, where she worked for 20 years until her retirement.
Nancy was a devoted member of St. Jane Frances de Chantal Catholic Church, Palmer Township. She was active in the AAUW Easton Branch and the League of Women Voters, and in retirement, she gave generously of her time tutoring both children and adults. Above all, she cherished people—finding joy in good company, thoughtful conversation, and the simple gift of time shared with others.
She is survived by her husband of 34 years, Dennis Boyne; her daughter, Lisa Wilkes and husband James, of Maplewood, NJ; her brother, Bernard Berry and wife Marion of Avon-by-the-Sea, NJ; her sisters, Kathleen Jones and husband Jim of Oak Harbor, WA, and Marie McCarthy of Catonsville, MD; and two grandchildren, Katie and Jake. She was predeceased by her sister, Eileen Alfieri.
A calling period will be held 7 to 8:30 PM Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025 at the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, with a Memorial Mass at 10:30 AM Wednesday, Sept. 24 at St. Jane Frances de Chantal Catholic Church, 4049 Hartley Ave., Easton. Interment will be private in Easton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Catholic Charities of the Allentown Diocese at www.catholiccharitiesad.org. Online condolences may be offered at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Judi and Dave Painter
September 16, 2025 at 11:25 am
We are saddened to hear of Nancy’s passing. We send blessings and condolences to the family. Nancy, rest in peace with the dear Lord Jesus.
Wesley Blakeslee
September 16, 2025 at 12:28 pm
On behalf of the entire “Class of ’65” we extend our sympathies and prayers for Dennis and Nancy’s entire family. May Nancy be welcomed into God’s arms.
Ruth morris
September 16, 2025 at 3:13 pm
How fortunate I was to meet such a beautiful person. May the angels welcome you as you rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with Denny and the family.
Linda Grotenstein
September 16, 2025 at 7:57 pm
My deepest condolences to Dennis, Lisa & James, Katie and Jake and other family members. I have such fond memories over the 50+ years of our friendship. Nancy’s always positive attitude, amazing blue eyes, and her ready smile always made everyone around her feel good! She was easy to talk to, easy to laugh with and a steady, supportive friend! We will miss you dear Nancy!
Reba
September 16, 2025 at 8:02 pm
I’m so glad I got to spend some time with Nancy. May she rest in peace.
Carolyn Conners
September 17, 2025 at 10:32 am
I was deeply saddened by the news of Nancy’s passing. I will always remember Nancy’s beautiful hair, eyes and smile as well as her kindness, joyfulness and generosity. She diligently managed the Scholarship Fund for the Easton Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) which helps outstanding local girls and women advance their education beyond high school. Our Monday AM walks with the walking group, the skiing at Elk and our many years of friendship will be my happy memories of Nancy.
Roger and I send our sincere condolences to Dennis and family.
Carolyn Conners
Sharon Wasmer
September 17, 2025 at 10:50 pm
My deepest sympathy to Dennis and all Family Members. Nancy was a dear friend that I am grateful to have had in my life. I will miss her, but I have many good memories to hold on to, and I am grateful for that.
Christine Burgess
September 18, 2025 at 9:42 am
Lisa, Bill and I extend our sincere condolences to you and to the Berry family. Your mother was a lovely and gracious woman. She was so kind to me when she was a young wife and mother as she and your father hosted our family. I was so impressed by her warmth and intelligence. She was most definitely a woman of substance who made the world a better place by her presence in it.
Donna Maher O’Shea & Michael O’Shea
September 18, 2025 at 11:59 am
Our condolences to you, Dennis, Lisa, James, Katie and Jake and other family members. Saddened by your loss. but hold many fond memories of Nancy back in our SDA days Class of ’61. Many luncheons shared at The Breakers and often times in Avon! She will be greatly missed by so many!
Cathy Leiber
September 18, 2025 at 1:05 pm
Scott and I send our warm and heartfelt condolences to Dennis and Nancy’s entire family upon Nancy’s recent passing. It is with profound sadness that we convey our sympathies to Nancy’s loved ones and friends. However, it is my great joy to recall all of the years of memories I shared with Nancy as fellow bookclub and AAUW members. In this way, Nancy will continue to live on in the hearts and minds of those who cherish those memories. God bless her, and may she rest in peace.
Becky GOLDENBERG and hans lauten
September 19, 2025 at 6:45 am
Hans and I are so saddened to hear of Nancy‘s untimely passing. She encouraged me to join AAUW and I enjoyed working with her and was inspired by her support of young women . Her warm smile, her love of her family. And her warmth will stay with me for a very long time. May her memory be a blessing and an inspiration to all of us.
Lois Wildrick
September 21, 2025 at 5:05 pm
Ken and I are saddened to hear of Nancy’s passing. We knew her through AAUW and will miss her happy and welcoming personality and her helpfulness in various matters. She will be missed by many people. We send our condolences to Dennis and the rest of her family.
Theresa Simpson
September 22, 2025 at 9:26 pm
So sorry to hear about Nancy’s passing.Glad it was peaceful and sounds like she was with family.She was a great lady and one of the first to welcome us into the Elk Meadows community, She will be greatly missed.
The Long’s
September 24, 2025 at 10:14 am
Sending our love strength and prayers during this difficult time. Her sincere kindness will be greatly missed. We are so sorry for your loss.
Carlynn & Rich
September 24, 2025 at 10:42 am
Nancy was a lovely person. Sending our condolences to Lisa, Dennis and the family. We are so sorry for your loss. Love, Carlynn & Rich
Linda MacDonald
September 29, 2025 at 3:30 am
Dear Lisa,
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
I know how special your Mom
Was to you and to your family.
I am Thinking of you at this time and may she rest in eternal peace
All my love, Linda