IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Barbara “Betsy” Hardwick

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Berry

d. Sep 13, 2026

Cleveland

Obituary


Barbara Elizabeth “Betsy” Hardwick Berry, 84, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on September 13, 2026. Betsy was born on November 14, 1941, to George L. Hardwick III and Barbara Lyle Hardwick. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth C. Berry, and her brother, Lyle Hardwick. A 1959 graduate of Bradley Central High School, Betsy continued her education at Sullins College in Bristol, Virginia, earning a degree in piano performance in 1961. She put her education and passion for music to use throughout her life, accompanying the Frances Gould School of Dance, teaching private piano lessons, performing in local concerts, and actively participating in the Cleveland Music Club. Betsy was a lifelong member of Broad Street United Methodist Church, where she shared her musical gifts for many years as a pianist, handbell director, and choir member. She is survived by her daughter, Julia "Julie" Berry Gribben; son-in-law, Pat Gribben; and grandsons, Samuel "Sam" Thomas Gribben and John "Jack" Patrick Gribben, all of Chattanooga, Tennessee. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Mary Ann Hardwick, and nephew, Clayton Hardwick, both of Cleveland, Tennessee; and by her nephew, Chris Lyle, and nieces, Lu Anne Coffman and Linda Comerford, all of Athens, Tennessee. Per Betsy's request, no formal services will be held. Those wishing to remember Betsy through a memorial donation may contribute to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or Broad Street United Methodist Church - Music & Arts Memorial Fund. The family is in the care of Buckner & Fike Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

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