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1stSgt. Berkley Kent Hampton USMC (Ret.)
1930 - 2026
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Berkley Hampton Obituary
September 17, 1930 -
April 7, 2026
JOHNSON CITY - 1stSgt. Berkley Kent Hampton USMC (Ret.), 95, Johnson City, TN, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Lakebridge, A Waters Community.
He was born on September 17, 1930, in Williamson County, Il and was a son of the late James "Tim" Timothy Hampton and Sarah Elizabeth Halstead Hampton.
Berkley's 23 years (1949-1972) of Marine Corps Service included the Korean Conflict and two combat tours in Vietnam.
In addition to his parents Berkley was preceded in death by his wife, Ella Mae Phillips Hampton; sons, Michael Kent Hampton and Stephen Daniel Hampton; brothers, William Glen Hampton (Shirley), Jack Dean Hampton (Joana); sister, Wanda Mae Poole (Pete).
Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Donald Richard Hampton; daughter-in-law, Dolores Hampton; grandchildren, Ramiro Jr, Michelle and husband Ernie; great grandchildren, Matthew (Sgt U.S. Army), Tatiana, Alicia, and Tristan; nephews, Dennis Hampton and wife Dana, David Hampton and wife Barbara.
A graveside service will be held to honor the life of Berkley on Friday, April 10, 2026, 2:00pm in Monte Vista Memorial Park. Pallbearers and military honors provided by HQMC Funeral Honors.
Those who wish to attend are asked to meet at the cemetery by 1:50pm.
Memories and condolences may be shared at www.tetrickfuneralservices.com.
Tetrick Funeral Services, Johnson City, is honored to serve the Hampton family (423-610-7171).
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