Benjamin Berry
February 23, 2017
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Benjamin Berry was born August 24, 1998, in Des Moines, Iowa. He graduated from Valley High School in 2016 and loved being the station manager for Valley High’s radio station, KWDM 88.7, The Point. Ben loved music, both listening to and writing his own songs. He enjoyed photography and movies was an avid film-goer. He fulfilled his dream of attending Comic Con in Denver in 2015. Ben loved reading, writing, and was an avid gamer.
Ben left this world on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at the age of 18.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m., with memorial service at 7 p.m., Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at Westkirk Presbyterian Church, 2700 Colby Woods Dr., Urbandale.
Ben is survived by his mother, Tracey (Eric) Willcox; his father, Tim (Amy) DeCastro; his siblings, Steven (Kayley) DeCastro, Andrea (Michael Owings) DeCastro, and Grace DeCastro; his grandparents, Catherine Berry, Brent (Donna) Willcox, Cyrus (Dawn) DeCastro, and Jim (Beth) Bower; his first cousin and dear friend, Connor Corbett; his close friend, Quentin Etzel and his family; and other extended family and many close friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Bruce Berry and his uncle, Gary Taylor.
Memorials may be directed to the family in loving memory of Ben.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Paula Reszel
03/02/2017
I am writing this on behalf of my son, Adam, and our family. We are sorry for your family's loss and hope you find peace in the days ahead.
Darla Graves
02/28/2017
I had the honor of working with Ben at the theater. He was a wonderful and bright young man. My son Sean also worked with Ben at the theater and my son Zach graduated with Ben last year. Both of them really liked him and will miss him. His smile and memory will always hold a special place in our family. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time. May God bring comfort to Ben's family and friends.
Ani Bidar
02/28/2017
I had Chemistry with Ben during my sophomore year. He was always fun to hang around and always wore that leather jacket of his. You will be remembered by your friends for the rest of our lives. We all have lost a good friend. Rest in Peace Ben.
Mary Brown
02/28/2017
My most heartfelt sympathy goes out to you Tracy and Eric in your loss and to the entire family. I will never forget Ben when I ask Ben how much I owed him for shoveling my walks changing out the batteries in the vehicles. His remarks were "Nothing, It was the right thing for me to do for my Neighbor." My thoughts and prayers go to all of the family.
Karen and Kurt Sharp
02/28/2017
We attended Kayley and Steven's wedding several years ago and remember Ben and his wonderful family very well. Our condolences to your entire family. May you cherish all of the wonderful memories. Praying you are comforted by peace knowing your son, brother, uncle, nephew is in God's presence.
Madison (Gray) Elsberry
02/28/2017
I went to North with Steven and Andrea, participated in the same activities and we were are all friends. I remember meeting Ben two times specifically (though I am sure I did more than that) at a football game and at Stevens wedding. I remember him being very sweet and funny kid. I am so sorry to hear of his passing and I am keeping your entire family in my thoughts and prayers.
Robin Boever (Ripperger)
02/28/2017
Ben was a joy to have around at our house during the hours of Dungeons and Dragons that the boys always played. I will remember the laughter, the chicken wings and the pounding on the stairs as they all came running for more food. Ben will be missed not only by his friends and family but by those who were lucky enough to be in his presence.
Bill, Deb and Abbi Allison
02/28/2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Beth Petrie
02/28/2017
May you sense the presence and peace of Christ around you all at this time of loss and pain. He has promised to do so and He is faithful. I am praying for you and thanking God for the memories I have of the bright and loving person you raised.
Linda & Roger Warner
02/27/2017
I can not think of anything so heartbreaking as losing a child. Our prayers go out to your family and hope God gives you the strength to have peace. So proud of our Grandson, Quentin, for the way he has been by your side through this sad time.
Monica Rosario
02/27/2017
Ben I wish I could have talked to you more. I always said life was simpler back in elementary when I had my best friends there with me. Youll always be remembered as that goofy kid that was always joking about something. Me and the gang will miss you so much. My condolences go out to your family and our closest friends
David & Jeannette Biggs
02/27/2017
We are praying for God's peace & comfort will sorround the families and friends that loved and cared for Ben. God is a loving & merciful God.
Kandy Wittry
02/27/2017
So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to Amy, Tim, Grace, and the rest of his family. God Bless
Bailey Batcheller
02/27/2017
I know I didn't really know you Ben. But any friend of Quentin's is a friend of mine. You seemed like such a great guy. Q talked about you all the time. I wish I could have gotten to know you! My prayers are with your family and my cousins.
Kathy Taylor
02/26/2017
To Ben,s family, I'm heart broken for your loss. I pray that god gives you strength to move forward with your lives. I know it will be hard. Ben will always be remembered as a kind soul.
((((Hugs))))