Charles Frederick “Chuck” Berry, 73, of Marissa, IL; born on November 16, 1952 in St. Louis, MO the son of Emmett Howard and Velma Irene (née, Weekley) Berry; passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at home.
Chuck served as a military police officer and was stationed on a navy ammunition depot base in Hawaii during his time in the United States Marine Corps. He drove semi-trucks his entire life, and when he wasn’t driving semis, Chuck loved riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He also liked dirt track racing and watching NASCAR. Chuck enjoyed tinkering with things in his garage, working on whichever project he had for the day. He cared for his family with all of his heart, showing them unconditional love.
He is survived by his loving wife – Tanya (née, Riley) Berry of Marissa, IL to whom he married on January 5, 2024 in Nashville, IL; three children – Jason Charles Berry of Sparta, IL, Jennifer Berry of Labadie, MO, and Kendra Sue (husband, Deric) Berry-Ruester of Marissa, IL; two step sons – Brandon Wilson and Derek Davidson; four grandchildren – Seth, Chloe, Bailie, and Olivia; one great grandson – Houston Potts and one great grandson on the way; one sister – Patricia Berry of Valmeyer, IL.
Chuck was preceded in death by his parents; one son – Jeremy Murray; two brothers – Ellis Berry Sr. and Herman Berry; sister – Joann Dickerson.
Condolences may be left for the family online at www.heilschuessler.com.
The Visitation will be held at Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Home in Sparta on Thursday, September 24, 2026 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Thursday, October 1, 2026 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. The Celebration of Life will be held at Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Home on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Maple Hill Cemetery immediately following the Celebration of Life. Graveside Military Honors will be conducted by the United States Marine Corps Funeral Honor Detail.
Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Home in Sparta, Illinois is in charge of arrangements.
We are so sorry for your loss. We’re so blessed that we got to meet and camp with you two that weekend. Y’all left a lasting impression on us. Sending all our love and prayers.
ReplyHe is greatly missed & will forever be in our hearts…we’ll cherish the memories..until we meet again…RIP..Semper-Fi
Ron & Vicky Rodgers
ReplySo very sorry for your loss!
Replyoving arms. RIP Chuck.
ReplySo sorry for your lost
ReplySo sorry for your loss Tanya and family
ReplySo sorry Tanya. You have great memories and that helps. Prayers for you and your family
ReplyTanya, you are honoring him in such a great way. Sorry for your loss. All your Facebook posts have shown how much you loved him and how important he was to you. May these wonderful, loving memories comfort you in days to come.
Kara
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Tanya, you are honoring him in such a great way. Sorry for your loss. All your Facebook posts have shown how much you loved him and how important he was to you. May these wonderful, loving memories comfort you in days to come.
Kara
So sorry Tanya. You have great memories and that helps. Prayers for you and your family
So sorry for your loss Tanya and family
So sorry for your lost
oving arms. RIP Chuck.
So very sorry for your loss!
He is greatly missed & will forever be in our hearts…we’ll cherish the memories..until we meet again…RIP..Semper-Fi
Ron & Vicky Rodgers
We are so sorry for your loss. We’re so blessed that we got to meet and camp with you two that weekend. Y’all left a lasting impression on us. Sending all our love and prayers.