Service Information
Diane “Ma” Berry, age 83, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025, at Hutchinson Health in Hutchinson.
Memorial Service will be Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 11:00 A.M., at Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson, with interment at a later date in Oakland Cemetery in Hutchinson.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be one hour prior to the service at the chapel.
Obituary
Diane “Ma” Chloe Berry was born on July 24, 1942, in Glen Flora, Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Jerome and Zelda (Biller) Stoker. Diane received her education in Glen Flora and was a graduate of the Ingram-Glen Flora High School class of 1960.
On July 24, 1967, Diane was united in marriage to Russell Berry. This marriage was blessed with two children, Michael and Joyce. Diane and Russell made their home in Hutchinson. They shared 27 years of marriage until Russell passed away on November 4, 1994.
Diane was employed at Hutchinson Technology Inc., Flyers Nite Club, and Walmart in Hutchinson. She retired in 2006.
Diane enjoyed crosswords, puzzles, and watching football and wrestling. She especially cherished time spent with her family and friends.
Diane passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025, at Hutchinson Health in Hutchinson, at the age of 83 years.
Blessed be her memory.
Diane is survived by her:
Special Friend, Tony Gertken;
Children, Michael Berry of Hutchinson, MN,
Joyce Rath and her husband, Mike of Hutchinson, MN;
Grandchildren, Clint Berry, Ashley Paul, Russell (Morgyn) Berry, Britney (Pat) Hoffman, Jenny Rose Baril, Caitlin Rath, Tyler Rath;
Great-grandchildren, Chloe, Camden, Aurora, Eris, Rhett, Ronan, Lily, Lilah, Taylen, Atlas;
Sisters, Marge Wicik,
Laurene (Sis) Vicik
Many other relatives and friends.
Diane is preceded in death by her Parents, Jerome and Zelda Stoker; Husband, Russell Berry; Brothers-in-law, Bob Wicik, Marty Vicik; Nephew, Scott Wicik.
Nita & Dean Totushek says
Joyce & Mike and families,
So sorry for your loss, Holiday time makes it even harder. Hugs & Prayers.
Joyce Rath says
Thank you for your thoughts and prayers.
Lori Cacka says
Joyce and Mike,
I’m very sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. Sending prayers for you all.
Joyce Rath says
Thank you Lori, we appreciate all the prayers
Wendy Wick says
Joyce so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. We will be in Florida so we won’t get to see you. She was such a sweet person.
Joyce Rath says
Thank you for your kind words Wendy, I know she adored your family
Patricia Jutting says
So sorry to hear of your Mothers passing…cherish the memories…prayers for all…
Joyce Rath says
Thank you Patty, your prayers are much appreciated.
Joyce Rath says
Thank you Patty, prayers a very much appreciated.
Char and Bill Lidberg says
We knew Diane from HTI. Very feisty and fun lady. Prayers and blessings to all of Diane’s family
Amy (Wick) Steege says
So sorry to hear about Diane. I worked with her at HTI. She was a kind caring person. Prayers are with your family.
Randy and Edith Carlsonb Carlson says
It is so hard when an Aunt passes that you considered as a second mother. I will miss her very much. Wish I could make it for the service. I fell a week ago and shattered my femur. I am currently in an rehab facility in Amarillo TX.