Edmund Franklin Berry

Edmund Franklin Berry, 77, of Barnesville, passed away peacefully at home in Athens, Ga., surrounded by loved ones on July 15, 2025.
Born on November 16, 1947, he was the son of Dr. Goebel Daniel Berry, Sr. and Remel Venice Horne and the beloved brother of Goebel Daniel Berry, Jr. and George Zellner Berry.
Ed graduated from Gordon Military High School and Junior College, where he later served as Brigade Commander. He went on to attend North Georgia College and the University of Georgia, where he also worked as a lieutenant with the University Police Department. He completed the FBI National Academy and went on to serve as Chief of Police at the Georgia Institute of Technology. During his military service, Ed served as Executive Officer and Stockade Commander at Fort Riley, Kansas.
In addition to his military and law enforcement career, Ed worked for UPS, first as a driver and later as Loss Prevention Manager. His lifelong dedication to service, discipline, and integrity was evident in every role he held.
Ed was a lifelong member of Ramah Primitive Baptist Church in Barnesville, where his faith remained a steady guide throughout his life.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Kathy; his three daughters, Mary Kate Berry, Susan Berry Ward, and Jennifer Berry; his grandchildren, who brought him immense joy; and his brothers Goebel Daniel Berry, Jr. and George Zellner Berry. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. and Mrs. Goebel Daniel Berry, Sr.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Ed will be remembered as a loyal friend, a loving husband, father, and grandfather, and a man who valued both service and family. He will be cherished for his fantastic sense of humor and his deep love of family, which touched everyone who knew him.
Edmund will be laid to rest with military honors at Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, Georgia.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ramah Primitive Baptist Church, Barnesville, Georgia.