Rosalind posted a condolence

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Carol was THE COOLEST Bus driver we EVER had. She was always kind to us kids. We knew she LOVED her job, and we loved her. I remember about once a year she would take us kids on the school bus to Stoney Creek dairy to have ourselves a treat. We ALL appreciated that. I found out this past Saturday about Carol’s passing. I am in total shock and sad about hearing this. Carol Berry was not only THE COOLEST school bus driver. She was ALSO a VERY KIND human being as well. I will miss her.

Jim and Debbie Gottfried lit a candle

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Our deepest condolences to Robbie and the family. Jim, Debbie, Jesse, and Eli Gottfried.

Paul Young lit a candle

Saturday, January 24, 2026

My deepest condolences to you Rob and your family.

Vivian Kinnear posted a condolence

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

They say it takes a Village I don’t think that many kids growing up in Binbrook didn’t consider Carol Berry as part of their village. Me and my brother were the first stop on her route and the last stop on the way home. Then we would see her at the rink cheering on the boys playing hockey. Praying for strength and love for Robert Mike Joanne and family in days ahead.Vivian(Anderson)Kinnear

Nancy Longnecker posted a condolence

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

I’m so very sorry for your loss . Where do I start .. seeing you recently Mike and extending a hug to your mom .. makes me smile . She was my fav bus driver all those years up n down to Orchard park and getting my butt home safely at night after tourneys and late games . We, had great chats in those rides and she let us do the unthinkable .. on the bus- she truly had a heart of gold and made my school years memorable as I can remember them today like they were yesterday. Biggest hugs Thank you for sharing her with us Nancy ( Moore) Longnecker

Marina Galloway posted a condolence

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

I'm sorry to hear about Carol''s passing! She was my bus driver in the late 1970s . She was a kind and generous lady and I'm sure many of her former passengers have fond memories of her from her many years of driving us to and from school in every kind of weather. Rest in peace Carol! Marina Sever Galloway and my brother Marko Sever

Sandy Wiltshire (Bellenie) posted a condolence

Sunday, January 18, 2026

Mike, so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a great lady and friend to me. Loved her as my bus driver for many years. I became a bus driver for 37 years because of her. Please accept my condolences to you and your family, it’s not easy to lose the corner stone of the family. RIP Carol…..until we meet again. Sandy Bellenie (Wiltshire)

Deanna McGee posted a condolence

Sunday, January 18, 2026

Our sincere condolences to Carol Berry's family (Robert, Michael, Joanne and families) on your mother's passing. Elisabeth, Patrick, Michael and Deanna McGee

Danny posted a condolence

Sunday, January 18, 2026

Dear Mike ,our deepest condolences to you and all family members of the loss of your mother.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Danny Jo-Anne Kristopher Jenna and Michelle Tessarolo

John & Anne Kustra lit a candle

Saturday, January 17, 2026

Dear Robbie and family, our deepest sympathies are with you and your family at this difficult time. John & Anne Kustra

Jack Bottinga posted a condolence

Saturday, January 17, 2026

Our family is sad to hear about the loss of Carol. She meant a lot to our famimy plus she was the best school bus driver ever.

Barb Adams posted a condolence

Saturday, January 17, 2026

So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was a lovely lady, so much fun. Keep on busin Carol.

Marlene Kitchen posted a condolence

Saturday, January 17, 2026

Sorry for your loss Mrs. Berry was a wonderful Lady She was my Kids bus driver and I always seen her in Timmys drive thru getting her black coffee always smiling I enjoyed talking to her Rest in Peace Mrs Berry Marlene Kitchen

Randy Kendrick posted a condolence

Friday, January 16, 2026

Some 60+ years ago, when Jim, Carol and family arrived at the resort my family owned south of Parry Sound, little did we know that we would all become life-long friends. Our parents spent many evenings solving the problems of the world (with a few drinks!) while us kids spent our days swimming, horse-back riding, dune-buggying (?), camping and everything else kids do. The one and two week summer visits eventually became seasonal visits. There are just too many memories but it comforts me to know that Carol and Jim are back together, probably having a drink and chat with Mom & Dad. Robert, Michael, Joanne and families - my sincerest sympathies.

Joanne sloan Posted Jan 17, 2026 at 6:51 AM

Thanks Randy. Who would’ve have known that starting to go up to otter lake would be the best times of our lives too. So many memories for all of us BUT it would’ve been nice if you had a little sister!! Thanks again Randy.

Terri Laidman posted a condolence

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Our deepest sympathy to all the family, your mom was a wonderful woman she will be remembered always as the best bus driver ever and a great friend. Hugs to all of you.

Joanne sloan Posted Jan 17, 2026 at 6:55 AM

Thank you Terri. We were all very lucky to have her in our lives as a mom and friend.

Rick Kendrick posted a condolence

Thursday, January 15, 2026

I was so saddened when I got this news. So many memories go through a person's mind that it is hard to keep a handle on it. Just so many wonderful thoughts. Like, your mother telling us kids that if we picked enough wild black berries that she would make us a pie, well if I remember right she had to make more than one. I remember also how good it was. Those were the days. I know I will always remember her.

Joanne sloan Posted Jan 17, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Thanks Rick. Like I said to Randy, best time of my life spent at Otter Lake growing up but didnt realize till later in life. She missed going up there. Joanne

Gail McQueen posted a condolence

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Eric & I send our deepest condolences to Michael, Joanne & Robert & their families. Carol was a wonderful lady & I always enjoyed her company. We share in your sorrow.

Joanne sloan Posted Jan 17, 2026 at 7:02 AM

Thanks Gail. Your name came up in conversation a lot over the years. Joanne

Gay Webster posted a condolence

Thursday, January 15, 2026

So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. We send our condolences to Joanne, Gerry, Michael and Courtney. We always enjoyed your Mom’s company, although we haven’t seen her in recent years. The ol’ racetrack was a good meeting ground back in the day!

Joanne sloan Posted Jan 17, 2026 at 7:05 AM

Thanks Gay. She so loved going to the races, still watched every night and followed a lot of the drivers. She would hear more stuff going on at the track then I did.

Lynda Macbride posted a condolence

Thursday, January 15, 2026

We send our deepest condolences to Robert, Michael and Joanne and family Those that had the privilege to know Carol are truly Blessed! I have many wonderful memories I will cherish forever! Rest In Peace My Friend. May Jim be holding you in his arms! God Bless! Sending Big Hugs Love And Prayers

Joanne sloan Posted Jan 17, 2026 at 7:09 AM

Thank you Lynda. You were a great friend of mom and dad for many years, since I was a kid I know that! Lots of fun was had by all. Joanne

Pam posted a condolence

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Doug & I are very sorry to hear of Carol's passing. She was a great lady, I worked with her at Wills Motors. Our condolences to all her family and friends. Doug & Pam Finton

Joanne sloan Posted Jan 17, 2026 at 6:47 AM

Thank you so much. Wills Motors and driving bus was a huge time of her life and she loved it! Joanne

Dorothy Warman posted a condolence

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Sending love, HUGS and Prayers to Robert, Michael and Joanne and families. Will miss her dearly. Remembering all of the good times we had together. I was so glad i got to talk to her before Christmas. R.I.P Carol. Until we meet again.

Joanne sloan Posted Jan 17, 2026 at 6:45 AM

Thanks Dorothy. Mom and dad had a lot of great times with you and Edgar. Your friendship was very important to them both. Joanne

Bill & Diane Switzer posted a condolence

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Sending prayers of comfort and peace to all of Carol's family. Bill & I, and our son have special memories of riding on "her bus" to Winona High School and Bellmoore school (the original one) many years ago. We have enjoyed reminiscing and reconnecting with her, when she was able to attend Knox in the past few years. Such a social lady, always with stories to tell and make us laugh. Carol was always so appreciative and giving to the Knox family and to us. Carol always 'up-front' with sharing her thoughts when we visited. A joy to call a friend. May she be at peace. Blessings to the family Bill, Diane & Cody Switzer

Joanne sloan Posted Jan 17, 2026 at 6:40 AM

Thank you. Mom absolutely enjoyed her church family. It upset her when she couldn’t manage going anymore, but you, the minister and the rest of the congregation always went out of your way to reach out to her and still make her still feel part of it. Joanne and family