James Albert Terry, 60, passed away on June 1, 2026. Born on July 22, 1965, in Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt, Germany, James lived a life defined by quiet strength, steadfast love, and an unwavering work ethic.
He is survived by his loving wife, Susan Beth Terry; his children, Connie Grayhill, Cheyenne Thurston and her husband, David Thurston, and Clayton Terry; and his grandchildren, Thomas Corey Cole, Jacob Brent Terry, Delainah Elise Tristan, Mckenzie Lynn Thurston, Brantley Michael Thurston, Charlotte Mae Thurston, and Slater James Thurston. He is also mourned by extended family and many dear friends who will greatly miss his steady presence. To his family, James was the calm at the center of every storm—the captain who guided with preparation, patience, and quiet assurance. He
James built a distinguished career over more than 30 years in the telecommunications industry, where he was deeply respected and beloved. Known for doing things correctly, safely, and on time, he earned the trust of colleagues across many markets. His name inspired admiration for his dedication and the pride he took in a job well done.
Away from work, James was happiest on the water with a fishing rod in hand. When he couldn’t be fishing, he could be found in his workshop crafting pens, kitchen utensils, and furniture—and, on three occasions, building a boat (each one floated). He delighted in pickling, tended a vegetable garden, and waged a friendly, long-running tomato-growing rivalry with his late mother-in-law. His sharp wit and dry sarcasm kept loved ones on their toes, and his humor brightened even the hardest days.
A visitation will be held on June 10, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Beresford Funeral Service.
James’s legacy endures in the family he loved, the friends he lifted up, and the countless people who learned by watching the way he quietly did things right. May his memory be a blessing.
Thank you for visiting this memorial web page. Please sign the online guest book to let the family know you were here thinking of them.
Beresford Funeral Service
James Albert Terry, 60, passed away on June 1, 2026. Born on July 22, 1965, in Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt, Germany, James lived a life defined by quiet strength, steadfast love, and an unwavering work ethic.
He is survived by his loving wife, Susan Beth Terry; his children, Connie Grayhill, Cheyenne Thurston and her husband, David Thurston, and Clayton Terry; and his grandchildren, Thomas Corey Cole, Jacob Brent Terry, Delainah Elise Tristan, Mckenzie Lynn Thurston, Brantley Michael Thurston, Charlotte Mae Thurston, and Slater James Thurston. He is also mourned by extended family and many dear friends who will greatly miss his steady presence. To his family, James was the calm at the center of every storm—the captain who guided with preparation, patience, and quiet assurance. He
did not show love with grand gestures, but with constancy: the ride given without being asked, the project finished late into the night, the careful wisdom offered at just the right moment.
James built a distinguished career over more than 30 years in the telecommunications industry, where he was deeply respected and beloved. Known for doing things correctly, safely, and on time, he earned the trust of colleagues across many markets. His name inspired admiration for his dedication and the pride he took in a job well done.
Away from work, James was happiest on the water with a fishing rod in hand. When he couldn’t be fishing, he could be found in his workshop crafting pens, kitchen utensils, and furniture—and, on three occasions, building a boat (each one floated). He delighted in pickling, tended a vegetable garden, and waged a friendly, long-running tomato-growing rivalry with his late mother-in-law. His sharp wit and dry sarcasm kept loved ones on their toes, and his humor brightened even the hardest days.
A visitation will be held on June 10, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Beresford Funeral Service.
James’s legacy endures in the family he loved, the friends he lifted up, and the countless people who learned by watching the way he quietly did things right. May his memory be a blessing.
Thank you for visiting this memorial web page. Please sign the online guest book to let the family know you were here thinking of them.
James truly had a heart of gold, one of the hardest working guys I have ever had the pleasure of working with and getting to know. He always had the right answers for everything. "Pops" will be truly missed by everyone he came in contact with. May you rest easy Pops..... see ya later.
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Our family will be forever grateful to the owner and staff at Beresford Funeral Services for the excellent services they provided to our family upon the death of our loved one. Everything went smoothly. The planning was easy with everything needed for the funeral provided on sight at reasonable prices with no pressure to spend more than planned. They were flexible with our personal plans, very kind, and considerate from beginning to end. We would definitely recommend Beresford Funeral Services to anyone in need of funeral services.
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