Ian Franklin Joseph Berry, age 19, of St. Leonard, MD died suddenly on October 30, 2010 in Philadelphia, PA. Ian burst into this world in Clinton, MD on September 10, 1991. He was followed one minute later by his twin brother Patrick Edward Berry. Ian was one minute older and he never let him forget it.

There has never been another person so full of life and with such a unique style and so much energy. He had the most infectious smile and it was impossible to stay mad at him for very long.

He had five brothers and two sisters; Joseph Washam of Justin Texas, Michael Gorny of San Diego California, Sean Berry of Deale MD, Clark Gorny of Lusby Maryland, Erin Berry Rogers of Colorado Springs Colorado, Shannon Berry of Saint Leonard Maryland, and Patrick Berry currently at the USMMA King's Point New York, his parents Patricia and Edward along with multiple aunts, uncles, grandparents, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

His home was always full of activity and you never knew when an impromptu wrestling match might occur. He attended public schools, played soccer, football, and lacrosse, wrestled and competed in gymnastics. Then he discovered his true passion at the age of ten; dance. His first dance class was a boy's funk at the Calvert School of Dance and that's all it took. He was hooked. He was a born performer with a captivating personality. He loved the theatre and performing on stage. He competed in multiple competitions and won multiple awards and accolades. He graduated from Calvert High School in 2009. He was a member of the chorus and the Thespian Society. He performed at the Kennedy Center with Marvin Hamlisch and the National City Orchestra. He was awarded a scholarship to the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, which he attended until his death.

He was a member of the Exhale Dance Company and performed with Brian Sanders "Junk", the dance company. He has choreographed solos, duets, and small group dances. He has touched the lives of many and was eager to share his love of dance with others. He was always supportive of fellow performers and dancers. He never seemed to grasp the immensity of his talent and was continuously striving to improve his art. He was a joy to his entire family and his many friends. The warmth and brilliance of his generous soul and sparkling personality will never be forgotten.

The family received friends on Friday, November 5, 2010 at 10:00 AM in Southern Calvert Baptist Church, 12140 H. G. Trueman Road, Lusby, MD, where a service celebrating Ian's life was held at 1:00 PM with Pastor Steve Fehrman officiating. Interment is private.

A scholarship has been established; The Ian Franklin Joseph Berry Memorial Dance Scholarship, in honor of Ian's memory. Please make checks or money orders payable to: The University of the Arts, "In Memory of Ian Berry", c/o The university of the Arts, Office of Development, 320 South Broad Street, Philadelphia PA 19102.

Arrangements by the Rausch Funeral Home, P. A., Lusby, MD.