Deacon Charlie J. Berry

Deacon Charlie James Berry was born October 2, 1938 to Pastor James and Alice Berry in Wetumpka, Alabama. Within this union there were 7 children, Dillsy, Sallie, Ovella, Ola Mae, Andrew, Bennie and Charlie.
Under the pastorate of his father, Deacon Berry accepted Christ at an early age. In 1986, he joined Hopewell MBC and rededicated his life to the Lord, under the leadership of Rev. Johnny L. Baker. In 1988, Deacon Berry was appointed Chairman of Deacons and served as Chairman under the leadership of Pastor Kenneth O. Knox until his passing. He loved, respected and served God, both of his Pastors and the HMBC Family until his passing.
Following High School, Deacon Berry was enlisted into the United States Military's Army - 25th Infantry. Soon after his honorable discharge, he was employed by General Motors in 1963. He worked for GM for 35 yrs until retirement in 1998. In 1964, he met the love of his life and married Carrie (who proceedsed him in eternal rest) in 1967. To this union one daughter, LaShawnda was born and an eternal bond between father and daughter was established. In 1990 another daughter Kollida, became the newest addition to the family, with great joy.
Deacon Berry lived a great life that was pleasing to God. He was well loved and highly respected by many. He trained and mentored a number of deacons. He was awarded so many Certificates of Appreciation and Plagues of honor. He received so many acts of kindness from all who knew him. Deacon Berry was one of God's greatest creations. God favored him. God loved him. On November 28, 2023, God rescued him from sickness and pain. Now his soul rest in Jesus. Hallelujah!
Deacon Berry touched the lives of so many people. He was an Outstanding and Amazing Father. As his grandchildren makes it known, he is the best "Papa" in the whole entire world. He was an Awesome Uncle, Friend and Mentor. He was Godly proud of his nephew Bishop J. Lukes. Deacon Berry had a lot of sons and daughters in the ministry with Pastor Derrick Kendall being one of them.
He was definitely special, always sharing the love of God with others. He was a living well that never ran dry. He was the patriarch of his family and pillar of Hopewell, the church he loved so much. He also loved the community he lived in. His neighbors were like family. Daniel Evans grow up next to Deacon Berry and looked out for him and his home over the years, still does. He was a loyal customer to his barber "Drexel" as he calls him, for over 30 years and his price remained the same $7. Throughout this season of sickness, his Neice, who is a med student cared for him even after his passing. Gaines transport team allowed her to assist with transporting his body to the funeral home. She chose to set out a semester to care for him.
His example of devotion and dedication to the LORD, his family, church family all who knew him will forever be imbedded in our heart; and- never forgotten. Deac is SATISFIED WITH JESUS
Deacon Berry leaves to cherish precious memories, his daughters LaShawnda (Pastor Kenneth O. Knox), Kollida Rhym-Berry, grandchildren Trinity, David, Miyona and Mitchell, Special Nieces & Nephews (including their spouses) Willa Muldrow, Rita, Veotis, Yvonne, Bishop Lukes, Vivian, Sylvia and Phyllis, his favorite Doctors, David Headen and Mahogany Williams, his loving church family Hopewell MBC, and a host of loving nieces, nephews, other family, and friends.
We the family and church family of Deacon Charlie J. Berry, greatly appreciate all for your prayers, words of comfort and acts of kindness during this time of bereavement. May God continue to bless and you keep.
Daddy, you are already greatly missed. Only God in His timing will heal our hearts and fill the voids. You fought the good fight of faith and with God, you won. You are a true soldier in the army of the Lord.
God truly blessed me by giving me a dad like you. You are the wind beneath my wings and everything I hope to be. I have no words to describe the pain that I feel right now but I know God makes no mistakes. I'm holding on tight to every memory we made and shared together. By the strength, grace and mercies of God, I will uphold your legacy. You taught me a lot of things and I will continue to apply them all. I love you so much daddy and I'll see you again. Kiss Momma for me.
Shawnda Baby & Laina Baby
Love you! Will you be ready when Jesus returns?
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