John N. Berry

John Nichols Berry III was an American librarian known for being the editor of Library Journal for over fifty years.[1] He died on October 10, 2020, at age 87.[1] Berry began working at Library Journal in 1964, becoming editor-in-chief in 1969, succeeding Eric Moon.[1] He retired in 2006 but continued to write his column Blatant Berry where he advocated for progressive library values.[1] Prior to coming to Library Journal, Berry was editor of the Massachusetts Library Association publication Bay State Librarian which won the H. W. Wilson Library Periodical Award.[2]

Berry is a recipient of the Joseph W. Lippincott Award for distinguished service to librarianship.[3] He taught library science at many graduate schools, including the University of Pittsburgh, Dominican University, Simmons College, and Louisiana State University.[1][4]

Early life and education

Berry was born to Mr. and Mrs. John N Berry Jr. in Newport, New Hampshire.[5] He received a BA from Boston University and an MLS from Simmons College.

Berry was married to Louise (née Parker) Berry, director of Darien Public Library until her retirement.[1] The couple had one child and he had two from a previous marriage.[1]

References
  1. LJ (2020-10-10). "Obituary: John N. Berry III". Library Journal. Retrieved 2020-10-10.
  2. Reddy, Sigrid (1904-06-16). "Massachusetts Library Association". History. Retrieved 2020-10-10.
  3. University, Seton Hall (2017-03-13). "Library Speaker Series: Critical Issues in Information". Seton Hall University. Retrieved 2020-10-10.
  4. Grochot, Jack (May 6, 1970). "Libraries Now Must Relate, Editor Says". Pittsburg Press. p. 44. Retrieved 10 October 2020.
  5. "Former Resident is Married". Chillicothe Gazette. July 9, 1982. p. 9. Retrieved 10 October 2020.
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