Daniel Stokes Berlin Sr.'s Obituary
Daniel Stokes Berlin Sr., longtime resident of Covington, LA, was called home to be with the Lord on July 7, 2025, at the age of 96. Dan was born September 1, 1928, in Jackson Barracks, New Orleans and fell in love with Covington after his move in 1947. He was preceded in death by his parents Marie Beulah Champagne Berlin and Frank Stokes Berlin and three brothers, Robert (Aline), Francis (Beverly), and John. He is survived by his beloved wife of 73 years, Ina Beverly Berlin; three children, Daniel S. Berlin Jr. (Seleta), David Berlin (Theresa), and Diane Hawkins (Jack); ten grandchildren, Lacie (Ed), Colleen (Ty), Jade, Miranda (Ryan), Michelle, Michael (Taylor), Daniel III (Jessica), John, Lonnie, and Douglas; and twelve great-grandchildren.
Dan was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was known for his kindness, a man full of compassion and generosity. He loved the Lord Jesus Christ, and he loved the Catholic Church. Dan demonstrated his love for the church while a parishioner at St. Peter in Covington, serving as a leader of song and as the first Parish Council president there. He was also a bookkeeper for the school. After becoming a member of St. Benedict Catholic Church, Dan served in many capacities, including as a lector, a member of the Holy Name Society, in the men’s club, and on the St. Benedict’s Parish Council and Finance Committee. On May 6, 2001, Dan received The Order of St. Louis IX Award from Archbishop Schulte in recognition of his leadership in the parish. He was also a member of the woodwork shop volunteers at St. Joseph Abbey.
Over the years, Dan belonged to various social groups and other organizations, including the Lion’s Club, the Rotary Club, Boy Scouts of America, Knights of Columbus Council 3016, and the Krewe of KC Carnival Club, serving as an officer in many of these organizations. He was made a Paul Harris Fellow by Rotary Club International.
Dan began his banking career at Citizens Bank & Trust in 1948 and subsequently worked for several other financial institutions in the community. In 1977, Dan received an associate degree in banking from LSU and was President of the Junior Banking Association. After a successful career in banking spanning close to 50 years, Dan returned to Citizens Bank & Trust Co. and was elected to the Board of Directors in May 1996, and then elected as Chairman of the Board in May 2014. Upon his retirement from the Board, in appreciation for Dan’s dedicated service, the Board appointed Dan as Chairman Emeritus.
Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Benedict Catholic Church, 20370 Smith Rd, Covington, LA 70435, on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM and the visitation will be from 9:00 AM to 11 AM. Interment will follow the service at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens, 2280 West 21st Ave, Covington, LA 70433. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Benedict’s building fund or Mass Intentions.
E.J. Fielding Funeral Home has been entrusted with funeral arrangements. Please sign the guestbook at https://www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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