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1931 - 2005
 On February 5, 1931 in the Town of Leslie, West Virginia the clock of life started ticking for James Wilton Terry, Jr. He was the first child born to the late James Wilton, Sr. and Henrietta James Terry. “Tuppie”, as his friends knew him, spent his early childhood in Raleigh County later moving with his family to Huntington were he received his education and religious training. Following High School, he enlisted in the United States Air force to avoid being drafted into the Army. He served his country faithfully during the Korean Conflict. Upon being Honorably discharged he met, and in June of 1957 married Alice Rebecca “Becki” Tyler. To this union four sons were born. He was retired from International Nickel after 29 years of service. “Tuppie” was a quit man known all over Huntington for rarely being seen without his dog “ET” being with him. In addition to his parents his wife “Becki” and a son Todd William preceded him in death. On January 10, 2005 the clock, which began seventy-three years ago, reached its final tick. He leaves to cherish his memory: Three sons, Gregory S. (Stacy), of Louisville, Ky., James Wilton, III (Margaret), of South Point, Ohio and The Rev. Roy E. Terry, of Huntington, WV. One sister, Fannie (John) Layne, of Cleveland, Ohio, Four Grandchildren, Shawn, Derek, James Wilton, IV and Danielle. One Great Grandson Cameron, a special cousin Glen Smith and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be 12:00 Noon, Friday, January 14 at Sixteenth Street Baptist Church, with the Reverend Roy E. Terry, officiating. Burial will follow in Woodmere Memorial Park. Friends may call from 6-8PM Thursday at Callender Funeral Home. |
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There are currently 7 condolences.
Ralph & Pat Redmon
rdred@earthlink.net
Thursday February 16, 2006 at
7:58 PM
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We are so sorry to hear about Tuppie. We still have fond memories of when Ralph and Tuppie carpooled to Burnaugh.
May you be blessed with sweet memories of him.
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Rena (Knaff) King
favor1258@hotmail.com
Tuesday March 22, 2005 at
2:29 PM
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Roy, God's grace & mercy is sufficient for everything, and God said he would comfort you Greg & Wilton. May God's hand continue to be around you all.
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Rosalind (Holmes) Taylor
rosalind.taylor@aleris.com
Monday January 24, 2005 at
1:43 PM
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My deepest and sincere sympathy is expressed at this time of great loss. May God continue to bless your family and comfort you in your sorrow.
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ALICE C OSBORNE
hillsmithroberta@verizon.net
Thursday January 13, 2005 at
11:06 PM
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in your time of sorrow my heart and prayers are with you.
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Shirlee Kizzee
skizzee815@msn.com
Thursday January 13, 2005 at
10:53 PM
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My sympathy goes out to the family. I remember all of you boys because I worked with Becki for all the years that she spent at the gas company. Love & Prayers to all.
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THE EDWARDS FAMILY
woodsandskins31@earthlink.net
Thursday January 13, 2005 at
5:46 PM
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Thinking of you in your time of sorrow. Greg, Wilton, and Roy we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
The Edwards'
Martha,Freddie,Don,Bill,Lynn,Kim and Jay
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Valeria Lewis
msvthecruisequeen@yahoo.com
Wednesday January 12, 2005 at
10:57 PM
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Greg, Wilton & Roy the three of you are like brothers to me because we all grew up together. I wish I could be there to comfort you during this time but you have a much comforter than I could ever be JESUS. If you allow him he will comfort you. I love all three of you and I am praying with and for you. Nothing but love for you all.
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