Terry Leigh Lee

My Name is Mark Orta and Terry was always a Beautiful young woman who really enjoy herself and most of all i made her Laugh.we were always in a group and we all cared and love the presence of her, She will be missed but for sure she will never be forgoten..God bless to the family and friends

Terry was a dear friend of mine for many years growing up,since 4th grade. In our early adulthood our paths went seperate ways, but I will always cherish the friendship we had and what a special person she was. My heart goes out to Margaret, OT and OT Jr and the entire family. With Love and Prayer, Dianne

Terry's great soul & spirit lives on forever, in each and every person she touched; "Our hearts give immortality to those we love in memory" (TDFPS/Houston, TX)

My heart goes out to Terry's family. This is such a horrible thing to have happen. She appears to have been a sweet caring soul. I hope that this just sends a message to people and helps others avoid these types of situations. This story bought tears to me eyes. God Bless Ms. Lee's family.

I worked with Terry for two years in Conroe. She is exactly how everyone describes her; one of the most wonderful people I have ever met. I am devasted of this news, but reminded that she is in a better place.

I met Terry during supervisor's certification training for CPS. She was dressed in beautiful, vibrant colors and I remember I admired a necklace she was wearing. My thoughts and prayers go out to her daughter, family members and friends. God bless you Terry for your service and dedication to the children and families of Texas.

I am praying for you all. I am going to miss Terry. She was one of my favorite clients and I considered her a friend as well. I am sorry that I could not attend her memorial. I feel like I should say more but I am not sure what to say. I just know that she was a beautiful woman inside and out. with love, Barb Lowe A Salon

I will miss you dearly my friend and colleague, you were a blessing to this world. Rest in Peace.

Dear Cousin, I will miss you so much. There is a void in my heart that will never be filled now that you are gone. You were such a wonderful, caring and thoughtful person. I know that you are now reunited with Grandma and Grandpa in heaven, and that will give me the strength and serenity I need to carry on. God Bless You and I Love You.

best wishes to the family---To the daughter--keep your head-up and your mind on Jesus

My prayers are with Ms. Lee's family. There is a saying (Only the good die young) and that she was, a good person. She gave her love until the end to those that were close to her and does she worked for. God Bless her family.

God Bless

I've always thought that we're God's Children who came here to learn, that our true home is above, where we'll leave behind our sorrows and forever find comfort and peace. I think heaven is a wonderful place where there is no pain, no sorrow--only joy, peace and happiness, a place where family and friends meet again. Have faith that you'll be united. Your loved one is not lost forever. May God be with you always.

My deepest sympathy to family and friends of Terry. She will be missed among those who knew her. I pray for those whose heart are broken today and tomorrow. She was the Angel on earth, now our Guardian Angel in heaven. Olga Duarte, CWA, Unit CO Laredo, Tx

I am sorry for your loss, Terry was a lovely person. My thoughts and prays are with the family.

May God give comfort to her family and friends; in the name of Jesus!

In God is my salvation and my glory; The rock of my strength, And my refuge, is in God. (Ps 62:7) I had the pleasure of meeting Terry while working at Children's Safe Harbor in Conroe. She was a true advocate for a countless number of children. May the Lord give your family strength and comfort in this time of need.

I will miss your energy and your spirit. I will miss never getting to her Hey Bunny whats up or getting a sussie from you. Terry was there when I was married and my champion when my father died. Terry's gifts and cards fill my office and remind me daily of what a special soul she was. She has been taken from a community that she helped make and everyone will miss her. She was my mentor and my role model. She did never say No to anything someone needed or asked. Terry spent time with families and resources and knew what everyone needed. Workds cannot express the loss I feel or the hurt in my heart at her loss so I can only imagine what the family must be feeling. Take comfort in knowing that she is with Tesa and Jackie who she missed so terribly. My entire family sends our condolences-Bunny

My prayers are with you and your family.

My thoughts and prayers will be with Terry's personal family and CPS family. Here in Victoria we know how deep the tragic loss of a dedicated CPS employee can run. Please accept my deepest expression of sympathy.

Over the years Terry worked with me on various projects for CPS as the Montgomery county contact, she was always helpful, tireless and dedicated to advocating for families and protecting children. This tragedy impacted so many and took the life of a special person that will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Terry's family, circle of friends and coworkers. Pat Shaw DFPS/CPS Resources & External Relations Houston, TX

I taught Terry's precious daughter Sloan in first grade at Giesinger. I loved teaching Sloan and got to know Terry because she was such a great parent at our school. It saddens me to know that such a special person is gone. I hope Sloan knows how much her old Giesinger teachers are thinking of her right now. Love and Prayers - Terri

My prayers are with the family.

There are no words that can replace the pain, but through Christ our Lord, we can rest. Your familyare in my prayers.

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great loss.

My prayers are with you. Christie Fleming CPS Supervisor II Houston, Tx.

Terry was the first to greet me when I came to CPS in Montgomery County 7 years ago. She was smiling and showed me her welcoming spirit. Terry's spirit will be with me always. I know that she is at peace and that Heaven is a brighter place. May God be with you in your time of need and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers .

My deepest sympathies are with Terry's family and friends. I know Terry is in Heaven where her spirit is whole and perfect and can never be destroyed or harmed. Love is stronger than death even tough it can't stop death from happening, but no matter how hard death tries it can't separate people from love. It can't take away our memories. In the end life is stronger than death. Terry will always be with you in your heart and in spirit. Again, I am so sorry for your loss. She will dearly be missed by so many people. God bless you. May peace be with you.

I never knew Terry but she sounds like a true blessing to all who knew her and loved her. I work for CPS as well and I can only dream to achieve what she did for her kids. To her family, she seemed like one that would want her untimely passing to be used as a message to help others. God Bless.

My heart goes out to Terry's family and friends and you have my deepest sympathy. I met Terry about seven years ago. She was my contact person with Montgomery County CPS when our Cub Scout den wanted to "adopt" several children for Christmas and get them items on their wish lists. Terry would send the wish lists and even drove down to The Woodlands to pick up the gifts. My Cub Scouts and then my Girl Scout troop have continued this tradition of helping children through CPS almost every Christmas since then. Terry was always so gracious and thankful for anything we could provide. I can only hope that knowing how much she did for others, and how much she was appreciated, gives you comfort through this terrible time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

A truly committed woman who believed in making the world a better place for kids, and did. I was honored to know her.

As a former co-worker I feel blessed and honored to have had a chance to know Terry Lee. She was such a wonderful, loving person who will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and all that knew her.

May the knowledge of what a blessing Terry was to our community help you through this sad time. So many lives were touched by her kindness and involvement. She will greatly missed and we were all privileged to have had the opportunity to know such a special person.

All my prayers are to your family. The legacy that has been started by can be carried by the family and others she has impacted. From the words that co-workers share who knew Terry personally, her life is an inspiration. God Bless.

My sympathy to the family of this caring woman. All of us at Montgomery Co. Women's Center mourn this senseless loss of life.

My heart aches for your loss - Terry was a very special person as you well know. For several years, I had the pleasure of working with Terry through The Woodlands Mothers of Multiples. Every year, we held a "shower" for the Rainbow Room at CPS. Each and every time, Terry would make the time to attend the meeting, speak to our group and then haul all of the goodies up to Conroe. Her caring and goodness were visible from the moment you met Terry. She was a fabulous person. There is no comprehension of the pain you, as her family, must feel. What I can offer is my prayers and thoughts during your time of grief. In my heart, I know that Terry is in God's loving arms and that she suffers no more. I pray for your peace in that knowledge. God bless all of you and I know that Terry is safe now. Sincerely, Tricia Heinzler

Our thoughts an prayers are with all the family an friends of Terry. She was very much loved an appriciated for all the things she had done. She left many memorible thoughts in our lives.

I didnt know you or your family. I work for MCWC at the shelter. This message is also coming from Xanthia Chapman, who used to work with Terry at CPS, she now lives in Dallas. God bless you all

Our prayers go out ot the family in this time of grief. Terry was a one of a kind person and we will miss her.

I am deeply sorry for your loss. Terry touched my life for over three years and her passion to help children and others will live with me forever. I am part of The Woodlands Mothers of Multiples (WMOM) and Terry was our liaison between our group and the Rainbow Room/Christmas Family. Every member that was fortunate to meet her was inspired by her passion for life and caring heart. She will be greatly missed but never forgotten. May God Bless you through this very difficult time.

My thoughts and prayers are with Terry's family. I know she is in heaven with her sparkly wings and high heels "be-dazzling" everyone that will stand still. I know that her shining light will never leave this community. She will be truly missed by everyone that ever new her. God Bless you Terry!!

My most heartfelt and sincere condolences to Terry's family and friends. Terry's energy, dedication and selfless nature will not be forgotten and will live in all those who knew her. We are all better people for knowing Terry...her kindness, her generosity, her love of children and her spirit.

Terry was one of the good guys. I will never forget the impact she has had on my life. She always kept what was important in focus and was very good at getting other people to do that too. May her spirit live on in all of us and encourage us to continue her work to protect children. It is because of Terry's work that my oldest child got a second chance at a family and we were blessed with not only another child but now two grandchildren. Her impact on peoples lives will continue for generations. I pray for comfort for your family.

To O.T. & Denise...Just a brief note to extend my deepest sympathy to your family. I pray that God's presence will comfort you.........

I have never met a stronger advocate for children. Terry Lee brought so much to the lives of the children who found their way into the CPS system. I can only hope that Terry Lee's friends and family can find some comfort in knowing that a spirit such as hers lives on forever. Peace be with you during this difficult time. --Amy Livsey, Assistant County Attorney, Montgomery County, Texas

I am 10,000 miles away in Iraq and can not be there with Terry's family to help comfort them. I will for ever have Terry in my heart and prayers. Terry has always been and will always be part of our family. We love you Lips Lee!

So sorry for your loss, my prayers are with your family.

I had the privilege of working with Terry several years ago at CPS. She and I had offices next to each other and we would often call out to one another after hours to chat or I would stop by to tell her something that had gone on that day. Terry was a wonderful, caring human being who will be missed terribly. The world is a darker place without your bright smile and laughter Terry. My thought and prayers are with your family and with your beautiful daughter who I remember used to come by the office after school and during the summer months. We will never forget you and I'm so grateful I had the pleasure and honor of knowing and working with you. You made such a difference in the lives of thousands of children.

Farwell to the lion of Unit 61. As a Children Protective Services caseworker in the 90’s in Conroe, I knew Terry Lee well. We were assigned to the same investigative unit, Unit 61, for 3 years. I was the new guy still wet behind the ears and she was the seasoned lead investigator of our unit and the entire office. Being a CPS investigator is no cushy “state employee” job. It’s highly demanding, exhausting, and emotionally taxing as reflected in the job’s high turnover rate. At the same time, the investigator’s role is of critical importance to the children in our community because key decisions based on little face time with the family and scant background information must be made. Terry Lee was the best at this job that I ever saw. I was struck by Terry’s detailed knowledge of the families and children on her caseload and by her devotion to getting the most help possible for them. She knew every resource in the area like the back of her hand and Terry was a dynamo of energy for those children she came into contact with. I recall one Friday afternoon, exhausted, spent and demoralized from another grueling week of my job, hearing Terry in another office talking to siblings she had taken into foster care that day. She had already figured out just the exact approach to take with each child to make this momentous event in their lives as smooth as possible. Terry was customizing her approach to each child based on each child’s unique emotional make up. In the beginning the kids were understandably crying and upset by the situation. As she worked with them, little by little, they eventually came around and by the end of the day, the sound of children’s innocent laughter flooded the office. That is how I will remember Terry Lee.

Thank you for sharing your beautiful life with us. You are very special and we will miss you.

My prayers are with your family. You have the support of not only me, but also of the entire staff of the Montgomery County Women's Center.

We are very sorry for your loss.Terry's family is in our thoughts and prayers.Terry did so much for our family,our kids will always remember the fun parties,and all the fun times catching frogs and turtles in her backyard.Our hearts and prayers go out to everyone who knew her.God bless your family.With love,Jimmy and Stacey Oatis

Please know that you have my deepest sympathy during this very difficult time. Kim Willis, Director of Client Services, Montgomery County Women's Center

I am very sorry for your loss. Terry's family is in my thoughts and prayers.

In this difficult time.....the silent thoughts of a caring heart are all I have to give as words can not express how much Terry will be missed. I had the pleasure of knowing Terry over the past 12 years and she was part of my C.P. S. family. When Terry would come to the Liberty office to handle special assignments she would always greet you with a smile and a positive attitude. "Terry was one of the most dedicated and hard working professionals I had the pleasure of working with. She protected children from many counties. Today, I am celebrating Terry's life because she was a talented, caring, sensitive person with a sparkling personality and she will truly be missed". With greatest sympathy, I offer my condolences. Cyndie Abshire

My most sincere condolences to Terry's family and friends. It was my privledge to have worked with her on many cases during my time with the MCSO. When kids were in need, hurt, abused and sometimes near death from abuse and neglect...Terry never said No when we called...it did not matter the time of day, day of week, or what CPS protocols or rules said...when we called, she never said No... she was always there when the kids, and sometimes ourselves, were in need of her gentle, thoughtful and caring nature...God bless you Terry...Rest in Peace.... Frank Hidalgo, Detective MCSO 1989-1995

There is nothing more devastating than loosing your child, especially to such a senseless act of violence. Take comfort in the many lives that Terry touched and blessed by her love, her work and her friendships. She was a young lady that any parent would have been blessed to call their child.

For Mary and Margo Duke & their family. My heart is heavy with this sadness of this tragic passing. I ask God to send your family the love, comfort and attention it needs during this time. We pray for you and will keep you in our thoughts. Sonja, Kenneth, Regan and Thomas Kabell

I've had the pleasure to work with Terry at CPS for the past 5 years. Terry will always be remembered by her style, her smile, her vibrant spirit and loving heart. She touched the lives of many and will never be forgotten. I pray that God may bring you comfort during this difficult time. You will be in my prayers.

Rest In Peace Terry. May God bless your family during these difficult times. (Classmate - TJ Class of 1981)

WE ALL MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH AND WISH THAT YOU WERE STILL HERE WITH US. JOSEPH CATALINA, JUNIOR SKYWARN WEATHER OBSERVER NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE

Terry will be missed by everyone who knew her. She was such a special person. She blessed our lives with just her smile. She was so understanding and comforting. She put so many people before herself. Terry was truly a selfless person. There are so many things to miss about her. She brought great light to everyone she touched. The world will not be the same without her energy. She was so loved and will not be forgotten.

You, Terry- I will never forget. I know that I cannot express in words what I feel. Terry and I worked together for 14 years, she helped peer train me when I came to CPS. Terry and I shared an office next to each other for over ten years and she was my "spell check". Terry's light will always shine bright and her spirt and joy will roam the hall of the Conroe CPS office. Never will we forget her or what she did for children. May God bless Terry's family and friends.

To Terry's Family: Please be at peace knowing that Terry is watching over us with Our Father. The Anthony Family

I am so very sorry for your loss. Mary, you and your family are in my heart and in my prayers. Know that I am thinking of you all from afar and send my love to you all. God bless you.

We are praying for your comfort and peace.

Terry was someone who believed in hard work and dedicated herself to helping children, their families, and her community. Terry was someone who never stopped encouraging people to do better and rewarded their smallest achievements. Terry was a confident, knowledgeable person who was open to change. Thanks Terry for being a great mother, a wonderful caseworker and a remarkable human being. You will be missed. With great respect, Debra D. Emerson CPS Director of Policy and Program TX Department of Family and Protective Services

May God bless your family, give you strength and fill the void of Love lost. We will miss you Terry! We will never forget you.

Our prayers are with the family.

Our deepest sympathy. Our friend is now our guardian angel.

My thoughts & prayers are with Terry's family.

Sloan, We are very sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful and caring person and will be greatly missed. You and your family are in our prayers. We love you, Gloria, Kelli and Tommi

Terry will be missed dearly. She is and always will be such an inspiration to all who knew her. I pray God to give each of us the strength to cope with her loss. Lori Albee

I worked in Conroe for about a year and one of many things that I am reminded of is how Terry was always laughing and full of energy. She was so outgoing and made me feel instantly accepted into the Conroe CPS family!! It is truly a gift and a blessing to those that had the opportunity to be touched by her gracious and compassionate spirit!!!

This is my tribute to Terry Do not cry for me Smile with me Do not shed a tear of sarrow But tears for life beginning tomorrow I am not sad But glad I am with my friends Which we all knew would happen in the end I will miss you all But will wait for your call A small child in need Or a family to feed Yet tender and meek As you search and you seek I give you my heart And will always be part I'll be the breeze on your sleeve So always believe I'm the Angel in sequence With you in remembrance So when you hear a little jingle Feel a shiver or a tingle Or experience the breeze over the sea It's not much it's just me, It's YOUR Angel TERRY LEE!

My thoughts and prayers go out to ALL family and friends that ever knew Terry Lee. As an ex co-worker of Terry Lee's at CPS, I am greatly sadened by the turn of events and I know that the Lord will be taking great care of Terry Lee. In God we Trust.

Your family is in my prayers.

I had the honor of knowing Terry for 15 years. I first met Terry when she and her family moved to Montgomery County and Terry came to work with us at CPS. Terry touched so many lives in a positive way; she was so full of life; always giving to others and always smiling. I am grateful that Terry was a part of my life and she will always have a special place in my heart.

To the Family of Terri, My Deepest Sympathy on your loss. Teri was a great person and friend, and will truely missed.

I love Terry and treasure our friendship. She is my inspiration to reach out and touch someone each day. Terry's love is very evident in every niche and bend in the hallway in our cozy Conroe CPS office. I see children's eyes glowing with laughter and hope showered with hugs, kisses and smiles from Terry dressed up in a clown's costume for the "secret" weekend birthday party Terry is giving for a little 5 year old "Harley". Harley will not forget Terry's birthday parties thrown just for her...with gifts purchased from Terry's meager social services paycheck...Terry is like that, you know. We all know..We who know and love her. We will always love you, Terry. I will see you in heaven....and...I promise, I will carry on your undying love for children and families....especially the disadvantaged and overlooked little ones in our reach....we will carry on your love and your vision....your work was not in vain, Terry. Love, Your secretary, Eileen Robinson

We are truly sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything just let us know. We love you, granny!

May the joy she brought to those who knew her bring you comfort during this difficult period.

I will always remember Terry's smile. I met her and Sloan at Giesinger Elementary where Sloan and my son went to school together and I later worked there. Terry was one of those parents that you enjoyed seeing come through the front door. I am very sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers go out to each and every one of you.

Our heartfelt condolances to all of Terry's family. We are so very saddened by this news and are praying for all of you. Daren & Kirt Hayes and family (Daren is a former co-worker of Mary Duke)

Thank you, dear Terry, for all the wonderful memories from our Parole Officer days. We had so so so much fun! You are always such a ray of sunshine in the lives of so many. I know you must be having a ball in the afterlife. That has always been your way of living. . . to have fun & make the most of the situation. And surely that must be what you are doing in the everafter. Love, Judy

May God restore peace,strength, and understanding in your lives.

Terry was my Supervisor for a short time, I enjoyed her spirit and her energy. It saddens me that she is no longer in this world to bring her love and kindness to all of us, as only Terry could do! She will be greatly missed.You and your family are in my prayers. My God bless you and keep you always!

May God be with you during your time of loss. Terry was truly an Angel. Terry brought everything and everyone around her to life. Terry's passion for people and life will be missed by many.

Denise and OT I am very sorry for your family's loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Marlene