Randy Paul Berry ... played with band 'Chrysalis'; at 65

STRAFFORD - Randy Paul Berry, 65, died of natural causes on Feb. 6 at his home. The son of Alberton and Marjorie (Wilkinson) Berry, he grew up in Strafford. A graduate of Coe Brown Academy, he attended NHTI and Essex Community College.

Randy had a great talent for and love of music, which he expressed through his band "Chrysalis." He worked as a printer, machinist's assistant, and chef, which enabled him to make meals for neighbors. He enjoyed conversing on a wide range of world and cultural events and brought laughter to many.

He is survived by a son, Adam (Jenny) DeMaggio and three grandsons: Dominick, Seiler and Carter. He also leaves two brothers, Ken (Charlotte) Berry, Dan (Barbara) Berry, Sr., a sister, Bonnie (Lee) Chretien, several nieces and nephews.