Search by Name

Search by Name

Charney K. BERGER

1934 - 2017

BORN

1934

DIED

2017

Charney BERGER Obituary

BERGER, Charney K. Charney K. Berger passed away on March 27 in her Atlanta home at the age of 82. Born Dec. 25, 1934, in New York City, she was married to Merton B. Berger, M.D. in 1957 and widowed in 1985. She earned a B.A. from Hunter College in 1956 where she graduated magna cum laude. She then earned her law degree from Emory University School of Law in 1968 as one of the school's first female students, graduating cum laude. Charney was admitted to the Bar in Georgia and California, focusing on Civil and Commercial Litigation for nearly 50 years in private practice, and various law firms and corporate legal departments including The Coca-Cola Co. and Litton Industries. During the 1970s, she also served as Georgia's first female Assistant U.S. Attorney. She enjoyed music, modern art, painting, travel, and architecture, and was an avid reader. She is survived by her three sons, Adam, Stephen, and Richard, and five beloved grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made to the Atlanta Humane Society.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Apr. 4, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Charney BERGER

Not sure what to say?





Cynthia Beattie Pearson

April 12, 2017

Charney and three other women, of whom I was one, were the truly non-traditional students at Emory Law during her years there. We shared the tough work of mothering young children simultaneously with studying law at a premier institution, and later shared the difficulty of finding meaningful employment. It was with great sorrow that I read of her death. My condolences to her sons, whom I had met only as children but followed through their lives from her reports.

April 10, 2017

Charney and I became friends only recently, however we enjoyed a close relationship and many hours of sharing. She will be greatly missed. To her sons and grandchildren, you have my deepest sympathy.

Myrtle Davis,
Smyrna, GA

Dick Davis

April 5, 2017

I am sorry for your loss. Charney was a good neighbor and valued part of our community at the Cloisters during the 16 years I lived there. We could always count on her for good advice in the community association activities.

April 4, 2017

To her lovely family. Im so sorry for the loss of your loved one, our heavenly father will bring you comfort in this time of pain. Mathew 5:4

April 4, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

April 4, 2017

Please accept my condolences on the loss of your love one, during this difficult time.

April 4, 2017

May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time

Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results

Make a Donation
in Charney BERGER's name

Memorial Events
for Charney BERGER

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Charney's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Charney BERGER's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more