Charles Anthony Berkley

August 30, 1961 - August 16, 2021

Charles Anthony Berkley “Chip”, 59, of Marvin, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2021. Chip was a devoted husband to his beloved wife of 22 years Emilie (née Wagner), and a proud, adoring father to his 15-year-old daughter Lauren. He was a loving brother to his siblings and their spouses. He faced adversity with courage and wit and was an inspiration to all who knew him. Chip was born on August 30, 1961 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Anthony and MaryAnne (née Long) Berkley. Chip attended Holy Cross High School in Delran Township, New Jersey, where he was an all-star pitcher. He graduated with honors in 1983 from Seton Hall University, majoring in finance. He began his career as an entrepreneur in the early years of the fresh juice business, and later a financial advisor with Aflac. Always committed to helping others, Chip was a life-long supporter of Special Olympics and a counselor and friend to many. Even after his playing days, Chip loved watching and talking about baseball. He had a special fondness for Christmas and his holiday joy and enthusiasm for giving were infectious. Although an “East Coast guy,” he proudly wore his cowboy boots and hat. Chip had an amazing sense of style, and he was an inspired cook. The center of his life was his family Emilie and Lauren. Weekend beach trips, sporting and cultural events, museums, loading the car to attend fairs and festivals, Chip cherished his family, and kept them on the go. Delray Beach, Florida, was his favorite family destination. Chip is predeceased by his parents, his sisters MaryAnne, Mary Catherine and Mary Jeanne, his brothers Kenneth Sanders and John Paul, and his nephew Joseph Berkley, Jr. Chip is survived by his wife Emilie, daughter Lauren, his siblings and their spouses Jay (Teresa), Robert (Nadia), Felice Tietz (Mark), Joseph, Geralyn Yeamans (Dan) and Jacqueline Sosa (Horacio), and several nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, August 26, 2021 at 1pm at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 8015 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28277 with Fr. Binoy Davis Celebrant. The family will receive friends at their home following the service. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to ZoarroadClub.org. Arrangements are in the care of Heritage Funeral Home, Ballantyne, NC Chapel. Online condolences may be left at www.heritagecares.com