Willie John Berry was born on April 19, 1943. A native of Mobile, AL. for a number of years. He departed this life on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his parents Mr. and Mrs. Berry. His brothers, Jim, Earnest, and Curtis Berry. He is survived by a loving and devoted family. Latarsha Berry and Capitola (Albert) Thompkins. One sister Louise Berry, of New York. A host of other relatives and friends. His remains will lie in state on Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Small's Mortuary, Mobile, AL. from 11:00 a.m. until the 1:00 p.m. funeral hour. Interment will follow in the Pine Crest Cemetery, Mobile, AL. Dignified and professional services entrusted to Small's Mortuary, 950 S. Broad Street, Mobile, AL.