William Harold Berg Jr.

William H. Berg Jr. (Bill), beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and loyal friend passed away Friday evening June 22, 2018. Bill was born August 15, 1938 in Salt Lake City to William H. and Frances May Hoggan Berg. On January 15, 1959 he married Jewel Jensen, to whom he was later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple. Bill was an All-State athlete in three sports at South High School. He was an undefeated pitcher his junior season, leading the Cubs to the 1955 State Championship. He was recruited by the Washington Senators and offered a contract by the New York Yankees. He continued in sports for many years as one of the top baseball umpires and football officials in the state, umpiring three state baseball championship games and officiating in four state championship football games. He was named to the Utah Sports Hall of Fame in 2004. He served in the Utah National Guard in 1955~1963. He worked for 32 years as a customer service agent for United Airlines. Bill knew how lucky he was to have Jewel as his eternal companion and best friend. He loved going to University of Utah football games and was a long-time season ticket holder. He loved Utah Jazz games, and rarely missed a game, watching in person or on TV. He absolutely loved going to games with family, especially his kids and grandkids. After retiring from the airline, he was proud to be on the staff that opened Stonebridge Golf Club, working there for several years. He took every opportunity to play golf, his two holes-in-one were among his greatest thrills. Bill loved to travel and took many opportunities to take family on short trips. He loved his family very much and grew to love the three small dogs that lived with them. His word was his bond. If Bill told you he'd do something or be somewhere, you could take it to the bank. Bill is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jewel; brother Paul (Joan); son Scott (Renee); daughters Tammy Payne (Jeff) and Tracey Jensen Stofleth (Jon); grandchildren Bryce Walkenhorst, Shannon Barber, Rodney Wheeler, Amanda Talbot, Allie and Kimmie Hickle, Chelsea and Stephen Yount, Skyler and Austin Berg; and six great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents; his triplet daughters Becky, Debbie and Sherri; and granddaughter Randilyn Wheeler. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 30, 2018, 11:00 a.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road, where viewings will be held Friday, June 29th, 6-8:00 p.m. and again prior to services from 10-10:45 a.m. Sports team apparel welcome at the viewing and funeral. Interment, at a later date at the Salt Lake City Cemetery. Place of Birth:Salt Lake City, UtahPlace of Death:Salt Lake City, Utah