Jacksonville, Florida
BERRY Bernard Israel Berry, Sr., age 67, passed away March 19, 2012. A Jacksonville native, he was born to the late Israel and Mrs. Lillian Bram Berry. He received his early education from the Duval County Public School System, graduating from Matthew W. Gilbert Jr. - Sr. High School- Class of 1963. He furthered his education by attending North Carolina A & T State University and soon after served a tour of duty in the U.S. Marine Corp. before being honorably discharged. Mr. Berry retired from I.L.A. - Local #1408 with over 30 years of dedicated service. Other affiliations include Matthew W. Gilbert High School Grand Reunion- Chairperson, 1958 M.W.G. Team of the Century, and Son's of Solomon Lodge #166. He was predeceased by 1 brother, Bernell Berry. He is survived by his loving & devoted wife of 37 years, Mrs. Carolyn A. Berry; children, Bernard Lawrence (Nicole), Derrick M., Ms. Katrese A. and Bernard Israel Berry, Jr. (Joyce); 10 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; siblings, David I. Berry (Robin), Mrs. E. Ivy Archer (Joe) and Daniel I. Berry; aunts, Ms. Johnnie B. Moore and Ms. Ethel Burks; brother-in-law, Willis L. Anderson, Sr. (Veronica); sister-in-law, Ms. Jean Whipple; a number of other relatives and many friends. FUNERAL SERVICE will be 11AM, Saturday, March 24, 2012 at Emanuel Missionary Baptist Church, where he held membership, Rev. Herb Anderson, Pastor. Mr. Berry will rest in the mortuary for visitation Friday from 5PM until 7PM (where the family will receive friends at 5PM), and Saturday at the church from 9AM until the hour of service. Masonic Rites will be held 7PM on Friday. Memorialization will be by cremation. Friends are asked to assemble at the church under the direction of ALPHONSO WEST MORTUARY, INC., 4409 Soutel Dr., (904) 766-9671. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com
My cousin, it does not seem like it has been 7 years of your passing, it seem like yesterday. I miss you and love you forever. RIP!
KHALILAH SHAKIR
March 17, 2019 | JACKSONVILLE, FL
Our deepest condolences to the family of a man with a loving and beautiful personality. It was a blessing for our family to have the privilege in knowing him. His smile deserves a smile
Mitchell & Michelle Bowman
March 29, 2012 | Jax, FL
Love you and thinking of you, Mrs Carolyn, Bernie Katrese and Ivy. God Bless
Etta Mack
March 25, 2012 | Baton Rouge, LA
To Carolyn, Bernie, Katrese and Family,
Mr. Berry's life and sense of humor are part of his legacy for those of us who had the privilege of knowing him. He has left an indelible mark on The Matthew Gilbert School and we thank God that He allowed our paths to cross. We are praying for you and we are a phone call away.
Love,
Rev. Walter and Sylvia Johnson
Walter & Sylvia Johnson
March 25, 2012 | Jacksonville, FL
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Anthony R. R. Rodgers, Sr.
March 24, 2012 | Jaxvl., Raines Class Of 1969, FL
To Carolyn and family,
The world is truly a better place for having the chance to be loved and give love in return to Bernard. You are a special family that our Lord and Savior has shown His tender mercy, favor and loving kindness too. Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus, just to take Him at His word. The Lord said it was time for Bernard to "Sit down servant and take your rest".
With our love and deepest sympathy,
Calvin & Lay Mobley
March 24, 2012 | Jacksonville, FL
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
The Kelly Family
March 24, 2012 | Jacksonville, FL
To Carolyn & Family, Numbers:6:24 reads "May the Lord bless you & keep you, may the Lord make his face to shine upon you & be gracious unto you. May the Lord lift up his countenance upon you,& give you peace during your hour of bereavement. The Lord will be your portion, refuge & strength, he is a very present help in times like this. We love you & our family's prayers are with you & yours at this present time. Love from Denise Wilson's baby sister, Virutha Griffin.
March 24, 2012
To Carolyn and Family,
May God comfort you during this time. He will give you the strength. A wonderful person he was and he will be missed.
Diane Cummings (former co-worker)
March 23, 2012