Daniel "Danny" Berlinsky Charleston - Daniel "Danny" Berlinsky, of Charleston, South Carolina, widower of Ruth Foster Berlinsky, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, June 3, 2020. His private graveside service was held on Friday, June 5, 2020 in Emanu-El Cemetery. Danny was born on April 7, 1927 in Charleston, SC, the son of the late Philip and Bella Berlinsky. He attended Charleston public schools, The Citadel and The College of Charleston. Danny served in the U. S. Navy and was a member of their boxing team. He was one of the owners of Berle Manufacturing Company and once retired, became an entrepreneur. At the age of 65, Danny volunteered to serve in the Israeli Army during Desert Storm. He was an active member of many civic and professional organizations throughout his lifetime and an active member of Synagogue Emanu-El. Danny is survived by one brother, Norman Berlinsky (Eve); four children: Shelley Spitz (Jack), Joanne Robin (Curtis), Phyllis Norton (David) and Philip Berlinsky (Shannon); eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Ruth and grandson, Brian Norton. The family would like to give a special thank you to Danny's caregiver, Sandra "Sissy" Bedenbaugh. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Synagogue Emanu-El Kitchen Renovation Fund, 5 Windsor Drive, Charleston, SC 29407 or to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America through their website. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jun. 5 to Jun. 6, 2020.

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for Daniel Berlinsky

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Warren McLaughlin

March 16, 2021

I knew Danny and his family for some time, as I lived next door to him on Keats Road in East Oak Forest in Charleston. I was his daughter Joanne's (Nina) age. My father, Warren Sr., and Danny were good friends. I will certainly miss him, the memories, and his wonderful smile.

Joe Riley

June 9, 2020

Dear Norman,

Please accept my deepest sympathy on the death of your brother Danny. He was such a great guy. I was honored to have his friendship, encouragement, and support. Danny was one of those people where you were excited when you saw him in a crowd and knew you would have a chance to say hello. He was so positive, friendly, and kind.

Please express to your family my sympathy for them.

Most sincerely yours,
Joe Riley

Brenda Hockensmith

June 6, 2020

I am so very sorry for Mr. Danny's passing. I met Mr. Berlinsky when my therapy dog, a yellow Labrador and I visited with him and Sissy. He was such an interesting man and told such stories! We would chat and he would share snacks with Zack and exclaim often that He is a gorgeous dog! I always looked forward to my visits with him and he was one of my very favorite people.
With deepest sympathy and condolences to the family and friends,
Brenda Hockensmith and Zack

Tim Prince

June 6, 2020

Philip sorry for your loss i can only hope to have as many years i would like to thank you for everything you have done for me, helped me with and guided me through and wish you the same good years and longevity as your dad
Thanks Tim

Anthony Januszkiewicz

June 6, 2020

My condolences to the whole family. In1980, I fought in a toughman contest at County Hall on King Street. Mr. Berlinsky was the ring referee for our contests. After losing by a decision in the semi-finals, I was feeling dejected. Mr. Berlinsky approached me and said some encouraging words to me about the spirit of competition and immediately lifted my spirits. This unsolicited kindness may not have seemed like a big deal to many at that time but I never forgot it. For several years afterward whenever I saw him in public I always reminded him of that evening and he would just smile. It has been many years since I encountered Mr. Berlinsky but I will always remember that single uplifting moment .

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