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Barbara “Bunny” Berman, age 68, of Atlanta, Georgia passed away on September 11, 2021.
Ms. Berman was born on February 25, 1953 in Atlanta, Georgia. Known to all as “Bunny”, she was a loyal and devoted friend and will be dearly missed.
Bunny loved her friends and considered their children as her nieces and nephews. One activity that she enjoyed most with friends was playing softball, which she did most weekends well into her 40’s! With family, friends and most everyone, Bunny went out of her way to make people feel special through acts of thoughtfulness. Even during her last days of life, her doctor remarked at how grateful Bunny was for the excellent level of care she received.
Bunny enjoyed movies, both blockbusters and indie flicks. Keeping up with Oscar nominations and attending Oscar parties were some of her favorite activities. Listening to music was a favorite pastime too. She didn’t like country, but loved Glen Campbell’s Wichita Lineman. Her musical tastes were diverse from Tom Jones, Broadway show tunes and the Beatles, to Jimi Hendrix, Barbra Streisand and Pink. She enjoyed TV too; most especially nature shows focusing on the wonders of creation, in her later years.
Yet by far, Bunny most enjoyed teaching others about the positive hope for the future found in the Bible. She believed in the Bible’s comforting promise of a time “when death will be no more” (Revelation 21:3, 4). In her final days, she looked forward to being resurrected to an earth free of sickness and suffering (John 5:28,29) (Psalms 37:10-11). She shared these truths with others throughout her life.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Alfred and Marilyn Berman.
Bunny is survived by her sister, Nancy (Bruce) Talley; and her brothers, Jason (Susan) Berman and Ken (Roberta) Berman.
Bonny says
Bunny was a lively individual and a great example of boldness in her ministry. She will be missed while we look foward to much happier times ahead. My condolences to all her friends & family.
Terry Taylor says
I loved those softball games and I don’t like country music either. I will tell Bunny this when I see her in the new world. I’m so sorry you guys are going through this loss. Let’s use this time to draw close to each other and Jehovah and keep our focus on the future blessings including the resurrection.
With love
Blanche McIntyre says
How does one describe a 60 year friendship? Bunny was a true and LOYAL friend of mine for that length of time. We spent our childhood, young adult lives and later years, always in contact. We had great times and sad times. I would prop her up when she was down and she would do the same for me. Mostly, mostly, mostly we laughed and reminisced about our crazy lives. Though-out those years, there was nothing that we didn’t share . I will miss that.
She had a heart of gold. She was ALWAYS eager to attend to other’s needs. She loved people and particularly children. She would talk to anyone, anywhere as if she had known them for years. Ironically, they would respond to her in like manner. She was always kind and polite and genuine. I am not sorry to say that my friend had been in bad health for quite a while and was really wanting relief from her health woes. She is free from the pain and suffering. She is in Jehovah’s memory. I loved my friend and I will hold her in my heart and memory always.
Vicky Canter says
I have known Bunny since we were teenagers. We loved going to movies and concerts together. Her greatest love was having bible studies and sometimes she would invite me to come along. She was studing with a family and was teaching them about Jesus, that he was a carpenter. One of the children asked, “did Jesus lay carpert?” We had a good laugh and discussed how children see things differently than grownup. She had a great sense of humor and was fun to be around. I have not seen Bunny in several years but she has alway been a special friend to me and I will miss her very much.
Kathi Girard says
Bunny was always the life of the party, always making others feel welcome. I know she was in lot of pain the last few years. I take comfort that she’s resting peacefully in Jehovah’s memory and that soon she will awaken in Paradise happy, healthy and whole.
Rachel says
A great Pioneer partner and loyal friend. Greg and I started having sons and moved to the canton congregation so we didn’t see much of each other in those years. But we reconnected about 15ys ago and got back to the close friendship. We’re sorry for her failing health problems. She’s in Jehovahs memory now and not in pain.Condolences to her family and friends
Jay and Penny Jolly says
We have fun memories of Bunny too! What a beautiful summary of her life. She was very outgoing and loved Jehovah. Hopefully those promises we all look forward to will be here very soon. 💐
Rashawn & Esther Hricziscse says
Bunny will always be remembered in our minds and hearts for her incredible enthusiasm, generosity and eagerness to share her hope and faith with others. A loyal friend that never failed to send a anniversary card each year and each phone conversation left us smiling and awed by her endless experiences of informal witnessing and literature placements! A beautiful example of Christian joy and zeal! We will look forward to laughing again with her. Until that happy reunion, we will cherish her friendship as we know Jehovah certainly does.
Bunny was an integrity keeper and will be remembered fondly by her God Jehovah and many friends who love her and will miss her.
We pray that Jehovah comforts the Berman family ‘beyond measure’ by means of the resurrection hope.
Lisa Waylor says
Bunny is my spiritual mom.. she planted the seeds of Truth in, not only my heart… but 5 out of 8 of us Thomas ’kids . I will always be thankful that Jehovah used her to teach me Bible truths..
Like so many of us Bunny and I go way back too.. early 70’s.. She was indeed a True Friend!
I will miss our conversations but I will meet her and all the others we have loved and loss at the resurrection gate!!
She said those same words to me when I lost my sweet Waylor.. she loved him too!
Coyan Hricziscse says
Dear family and friends, i was sad to hear this news but am happy she is temporarily sleeping. I have fond and fun memories of when Bunny and some of her friends and fam would visit us boys and girls at Bethel,,i think she brought her sunshine first to us when i was serving for a few yrs on construction at Watchtower farms. Lotsa fun and laughs and theocratic adventures!@ She was always a wonderful part of the mix! We will look forward to more fun and work in the future paradise! BETTER DAYS AHEAD FOR ALL OF US,,,My prayers are with the family and friends
Mark Gordon says
I agree wholeheartedly that Bunny had a way of making others feel special. She was kind, genuine, thoughtful and cheerful. Loved her smile and laugh. Always had a wonderful time around Bunny. Appreciated her loyal friendship.
Rae Knight says
I was 1 of the 5 of the 8 Thomas kids Bunny visited every Wednesday at 3:30 from the time I can remember til our parents moved us youngest 4 out of Atlanta. She patiently answered all my questions and assured me of Jehovah’s righteousness and love for, not just the human family, but for me. Bunny planted those seeds of truth in my young, tender heart. I can’t think of my blessings from Jehovah without thinking it all started with Bunny’s love of teaching Bible truths. We need forever so we can spend time with everyone we love.
Ecila Alawine says
Bunny was someone absolutely fun to be with and so very encouraging! She loved Jehovah and told everyone about Him. When with Bunny you had a smile on your face, through pain and everything else, she was just that joyful. It won’t be long when we will see her again, healthy, hearty and whole in a Paradise with all good things to enjoy together. We just need to follow her example and run the race to the finish.
Leah Freeman says
I am so glad to have known Bunny as such a faithful sister, an honest and kind hearted person, who really loved Jehovah and loved the brothers and sisters. I will hold onto the memories I had of her when we would go to see a movie together, or when she would let me do her hair, or when she would write people cards of thanks or appreciation or get well soon, when we would just hang out and talk over a nice dinner, when she would always be searching for an opportunity to give a good witness, how friendly she was, certain funny words she would say, how she allowed me to recite a Nikki Giovanni poem in front of her and got a kick out of it, how she would lovingly listen to me when I needed to sort a problem out, how she appreciated when I helped to hang pictures up in her apartment, how she would have such uniquely funny ways of commenting at the kingdom hall meetings, how she loved, respected, and befriended people of all races, how no matter what physical pain she was going through, she always remained so happy and joyful………….and I know her joy came from her heartfelt love for Jehovah God. Well, I really wanted her to meet my daughter Laila. She would’ve really loved Laila, and Laila would’ve loved Bunny too, like I did. I am so glad that Bunny will get a chance to meet Laila in the new system, when we will have forever for them to get to know one another. I look forward to that time when we will see our friend and our dear sister Bunny Berman look, feel, and be 100% healthy forever in Paradise!
Lake Family says
Bunny was a dear friend to our family over the years. Always outgoing and fun we have many memories of being with Bunny that we look back on fondly and brings a smile to our face. We eagerly look forward to the time we will see her again and take comfort and hope in Jehovah’s provision of the resurrection. We send our love and prayers to the her family during this difficult time.
Queen Davis says
My Dear Friend! That’s how I always viewed and will remember BunBun! She was instrumental in my coming to know Jehovah! I will forever appreciate her efforts and her love for Jehovah, His organization, and His people. BunBun loved righteousness and was a wonderful example for me and my family. My prayer is that I remain faithful to the end as she did…I look forward to seeing my dear friend in the new world. (Job 14:15) Rest on my Friend!
Terri Milburn says
There was only 1 Bunny! Jehovah’s desire to awaken her in the near future is most comforting. Her LOVE of people and the ministry was so upbuilding and contagious . Whenever out with Bunny you were assured of an interchange of spiritual depth with lots of laughter! Even though I’m sad of her demise, I am relieved to know she’s out of Pain! Praise Jehovah! Isaiah 26:19
Paige Gibson says
We are sorry for this loss. I have many happy memories with Bunny – her smile and always laughter. Then her immediate love for my son when she met him was so heart-warming. It even made an impression on him as a little guy. We will keep all of you in our prayers for peace at this time – looking forward to the paradise.
Much love, Paige Gibson
Jan Taylor says
A belated condolence, I’m afraid, as I’m only just seeing this sad news. It’s been so many decades since I moved away and lost touch with Bunny and the family. However, my memory of her now brings a smile to my face. I can only visualize her with that big smile and a ready laugh. She had such a big heart, love for fun and love of people and Jehovah. My thoughts and prayers go to Jason and Nancy…. and the time when we can all welcome our loved ones back again. 💕
Kimberly Hansen says
Just seeing this and her passing. How did I not hear about this? I loved Bunny and she was so kind to my mother (Joan Hansen ) and I . She is so missed and was such a kind hearted person. Hope to see you again soon Bunny in the new system 😢.