Melvin Earl Terry

Melvin Earl Terry Jr., 71, of Tennessee, passed away on October 14, 2024, at Hardin Medical Center. Born in Cherokee, Oklahoma, to the late Melvin Earl Terry Sr. and Dana Marie Hukills, Melvin grew up in Tennessee and attended Southside High School. He worked as a timber cutter and logger, known for his skill and dedication. He had a passion for fishing, riding dune buggies, and "piddlin'," always able to put things together with ease.

Melvin is survived by his loving wife, Marla Terry; his daughter, Melissa Terry Mitchell (Jeff); stepdaughters, Tracey Dale and Julie Dale; grandchildren, Katie Piggs (Cedric), Jacob Mitchell, Jackson Mitchell, Marley Smith, Harley Dale (Whitney), Logan Smith, and Samuel Gammill; his sister, Barbara Brasher of Stantonville; and his brother, David Terry (Rose) of Purdy, TN. He was preceded in death by his parents and his nephew, Neil Terry.

Gone Fishing 

I’ve finished life’s chores assigned to me,
So put me on a boat headed out to sea.
Please send along my fishing pole
For I’ve been invited to the fishin’ hole.

Where every day is a day to fish,
To fill your heart with every wish.
Don’t worry, or feel sad for me,
I’m fishin’ with the Master of the sea.

We will miss each other for awhile,
But you will come and bring your smile.
That won’t be long you will see,
Till we’re together you and me.

To all of those that think of me,
Be happy as I go out to sea.
If others wonder why I’m missin’
Just tell ’em I’ve gone fishin’.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Melvin Earl Terry, please visit our floral store.