Remembering Larry Berry Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services was saddened by the recent passing of Larry Berry who was instrumental in starting the Hickory Flat Volunteer Fire Department in 1975.Berry was Hickory Flat’s volunteer fire chief for more than 40 years. During that time, three fire stations were constructed to serve southeastern Cherokee County. In recent years, Berry served as a trustee and board member of the Hickory Flat Volunteer Association, where he volunteered to provide CPR and first aid training to the community.A representative with the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs said that Berry was a man who touched many lives. His footprint on the ground in Hickory Flat will remain forever.In 2017, Berry was recognized for his service to the community at the opening of the new Fire Station #3, located off Highway 140. Cherokee County Fire Chief Tim Prather invited Berry to thank him for his service to the community and to unveil a plaque dedicating the building to him for his contributions, loyalty, and dedication to the fire department.
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