Justin Berg, 30, of Marshall, formerly of Windom, died June 13, 2008, at his home in Marshall after a battle with depression.
Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Marshall.
Justin Jay Berg was born Oct. 22, 1977, to William J. and Cynthia (St. John) Berg in Windom. He grew up in Windom and graduated from Windom Area High School in 1996. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in computer information systems and management information systems with a minor in business from Minnesota State University in Moorhead.
In 2000, Justin married long-time high school sweetheart Kristen Gauer. The couple moved to Marshall where Kristen works as a language arts teacher at Holy Redeemer School and Justin worked as a SAP Functional Analyst III for Schwan Food Company. He also enjoyed organizing activities with the Activities Team at Schwans.
He also served as a volunteer hockey coach and was a member of Knights of Columbus, Third Degree.
Justin will be remembered as quick with a joke and for his friendly, outgoing demeanor.
He enjoyed golfing, softball, and outdoor activities, including fishing with family, and pheasant and deer hunting with friends. He learned carpentry skills from his grandfather Mel, enjoyed lake activities at Fish Lake in the Windom area and enjoyed spending time with friends and family, especially his children.
He was preceded in death by his father, William J. Berg; maternal grandfather, Melburn St. John; paternal grandparents, William E. and Marlene Berg; and great-grandparents, Merrill and Dora Smith.
Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Marshall.
Justin Jay Berg was born Oct. 22, 1977, to William J. and Cynthia (St. John) Berg in Windom. He grew up in Windom and graduated from Windom Area High School in 1996. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in computer information systems and management information systems with a minor in business from Minnesota State University in Moorhead.
In 2000, Justin married long-time high school sweetheart Kristen Gauer. The couple moved to Marshall where Kristen works as a language arts teacher at Holy Redeemer School and Justin worked as a SAP Functional Analyst III for Schwan Food Company. He also enjoyed organizing activities with the Activities Team at Schwans.
He also served as a volunteer hockey coach and was a member of Knights of Columbus, Third Degree.
Justin will be remembered as quick with a joke and for his friendly, outgoing demeanor.
He enjoyed golfing, softball, and outdoor activities, including fishing with family, and pheasant and deer hunting with friends. He learned carpentry skills from his grandfather Mel, enjoyed lake activities at Fish Lake in the Windom area and enjoyed spending time with friends and family, especially his children.
He was preceded in death by his father, William J. Berg; maternal grandfather, Melburn St. John; paternal grandparents, William E. and Marlene Berg; and great-grandparents, Merrill and Dora Smith.
Justin Berg, 30, of Marshall, formerly of Windom, died June 13, 2008, at his home in Marshall after a battle with depression.
Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Marshall.
Justin Jay Berg was born Oct. 22, 1977, to William J. and Cynthia (St. John) Berg in Windom. He grew up in Windom and graduated from Windom Area High School in 1996. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in computer information systems and management information systems with a minor in business from Minnesota State University in Moorhead.
In 2000, Justin married long-time high school sweetheart Kristen Gauer. The couple moved to Marshall where Kristen works as a language arts teacher at Holy Redeemer School and Justin worked as a SAP Functional Analyst III for Schwan Food Company. He also enjoyed organizing activities with the Activities Team at Schwans.
He also served as a volunteer hockey coach and was a member of Knights of Columbus, Third Degree.
Justin will be remembered as quick with a joke and for his friendly, outgoing demeanor.
He enjoyed golfing, softball, and outdoor activities, including fishing with family, and pheasant and deer hunting with friends. He learned carpentry skills from his grandfather Mel, enjoyed lake activities at Fish Lake in the Windom area and enjoyed spending time with friends and family, especially his children.
He was preceded in death by his father, William J. Berg; maternal grandfather, Melburn St. John; paternal grandparents, William E. and Marlene Berg; and great-grandparents, Merrill and Dora Smith.
Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Marshall.
Justin Jay Berg was born Oct. 22, 1977, to William J. and Cynthia (St. John) Berg in Windom. He grew up in Windom and graduated from Windom Area High School in 1996. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in computer information systems and management information systems with a minor in business from Minnesota State University in Moorhead.
In 2000, Justin married long-time high school sweetheart Kristen Gauer. The couple moved to Marshall where Kristen works as a language arts teacher at Holy Redeemer School and Justin worked as a SAP Functional Analyst III for Schwan Food Company. He also enjoyed organizing activities with the Activities Team at Schwans.
He also served as a volunteer hockey coach and was a member of Knights of Columbus, Third Degree.
Justin will be remembered as quick with a joke and for his friendly, outgoing demeanor.
He enjoyed golfing, softball, and outdoor activities, including fishing with family, and pheasant and deer hunting with friends. He learned carpentry skills from his grandfather Mel, enjoyed lake activities at Fish Lake in the Windom area and enjoyed spending time with friends and family, especially his children.
He was preceded in death by his father, William J. Berg; maternal grandfather, Melburn St. John; paternal grandparents, William E. and Marlene Berg; and great-grandparents, Merrill and Dora Smith.
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