James Brian “Jim” Terry

Jim had a special place in my heart, our friendship was the kind that only happens once in a lifetime. I will miss him deeply and I will honor his memory by keeping it alive in that sacred space that only he knew. His most precious gift in life was his children, that were the reason he lived, they were the reason he tried to be the best he could. Jim was a very loving man, gentle, and compassionate to others. We had many conversations on life and death and he just wanted to live life to the fullest while he could. I am greatly saddened for it is too soon, but I am eternally grateful I had the opportunity to have been blessed to have Jim as a friend of my heart, and to have had all the good times we shared.
My prayers to the family...
I love you Jim, you know I do.

I've lost a close friend, "my chef"! Jim was a good friend who I meet just last year in August. He changed my life and I'm so glad I was able to tell him before he left us. Mick & Laura we discussed ya'll alot in our conversations, and I can tell you, your Dad was so proud of both of you. Mick keep racing and Laura become the best teacher you can be and both of you keep on fishing and thank of him when you do these things. Good Bless to your family.
To my personal chef I miss you and will always love and keep you in my heart. Sabrina

You will be missed terribly):
Even though I have not met you,
I have heard very good things about you from my mom (Deena Boudreaux).
You sound like a very good person
and I cant wait to meet you up in Heaven!
Tell God I said heyyyyy(:

R.I.P James Brian Terry-<3

Jim was good friends with my dad and my uncle.. My dad is Kenneth Richardson, and my uncle is Gary Richardson...They always spoke so highly of Jim. I am truely sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers

To the Terry family,
My thoughts and prayers and prayers go out to each one of you. I only knew Jim through Margaret's talking and caring for him during his "cath lab" visits. He was always fun to take of and provide nursing care to. He will be greatly missed and will leave a "big" hole in alot of hearts.

Glynda

I Love You all so much............CALL ME ANY TIME

My deepest sympathy to the family. Having lost my father and my husband, I know what you are going through. My heart breaks for you as my wounds are still so fresh.

I only met Jimmy once with my husband Darren (who was best friends with Mike) when he was visiting his brother and Dawn in Cape Coral.

Our prayers will be with you thru this trying time.

From the days of buffalo n.y. and the whole earth general store to the eyes on the bottom of your shoes, across the greens and the waters of south east texas you will be missed. and thought of dearly by all that knew you...Jay

Mike, our entire family will miss your Dad dearly, and we are here for you and your family. If there is anything you need please feel free to call at anytime. We are so sorry for your loss.
LOVE, Roger, Ranell, Lance, Courtney, Chad, Nikki, Jason, &Tammy

Sending our prayers to Mick, Laura & Margaret. He loved you guys a lot. We shared 29 years of good times and sad times working together. He was a good boss and friend. He lived his life to the fullest and enjoyed every minute.

May you find peace knowing how proud he was of you Laura and Mick. Our prayers and thoughts are with you......He will be deeply missed but not forgotten.

Dear Uncle Jim,
I'm so sorry your life was cut short. The only thing that helps me deal with another loss of a "Terry" is that you're together with Dad, Meme & Dodo. I can see you all sitting around a table talking away and laughing. Meme making an apple pie with extra sugar, Dodo tinkering with all his gadgets, Dad rattling off the most receint fact he learned on the Animal Planet and you raving about your kids. I love all of you so much and its so hard not to have you here. Its lonely not having the Terry's within phone reach. Everyone of you gave the best hugs. What I would do for another one of those. Please kiss everyone from me and know I will love each and everyone of you for as long as I live.
I love you,
Chichi
PS Thanks for the motercycle ride...

A great friend who will truly be missed.

A fine man that I had the privelege of knowing for many years while I worked for the City of Beaumont. You will be missed.

Your father was a very good friend to me. Funny, smart, kind and loving. We had great discussions over politics, theater and family. From the first time we met I knew he was a kindred spirit. I will miss our conversations and time we spent together. I am so sorry for your loss, not only of a father, but the good and loving man that he was.

Words can't explain the feelings i have. You were like a dad to me! You opened your arms and took me in and treated me like one of your own. You are SO special to me. You have touched my life in so many ways, i just thank God for all the time i had with you! You have raised two of the strongest kids i know!! I will never forget are heart to heart conversations. You were always there for me! I will always have a special place in my heart for you! I will carry you with me always! I know that you are pain free now... and in a much better place. But i can't wait until the day i get to see your face again! I love you so much! R. I. P.

To the Terry Family.
What an amazing family!
Y'all have been a special part of my life for the past 25 years and Margaret you have been the very best freind anyone could ever want for the past... we won't say ;). O.K. since Jr. High.
We even had our first child the same year two months apart. So many wonderful memories filled with lots of smiles and laughter. Roxanne said it perfect. Jim had a smile that made everyone feel at ease and made each one individually feel special. He was always willing to share his family and I appreciate his generousity, a quality he expressed with all in various ways. Each of you are soooo special. It is easy to see why Jim was so proud of each of you and always will be.
Maggie, it has been amazing to see the two of you continue to love each other seperately. "Faith, Hope, and Love... and the greatest of these is LOVE." Y'all nailed it! Love will carry you through. Special thoughts, special prayers for very a special family. See you soon, Carol Ann

When Jim walked into my office looking for a job with the city, I will never forget his smile. How could anyone say no to him. He was a great friend. He will be in our hearts always.

I knew very little about Mr. Terry in the big scheme of things but I know without a doubt he was a gentleman who very much had a passion for racing, cooking, his dog and most of all his children.

May God Bless you all.

We met Jim about 2 years ago when he visited our neighborhood to check on our flooding problems and in less than 6 months repairs started as he promised. We are very sorry for your loss.

Jim will be deeply missed by many I know. I am very blessed to have met him and have him in my life. He was a good friend to me and I will never forget him. Mike and Laura I am so sorry for your loss, you two shall be in my prayers I know your dad loved you both very much.

You will be missed very much by all the people you touched.
We are truley blessed to have Laura in our family and Mic too.
God be with the both of you.
We love you very much.

Mick,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this time of sadness.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Jim was a great friend, he’ll be deeply missed.

The Kinloch family

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Mick, apparently your dad was very well known...and even more loved. It is very clear that his example is why you are the man you are today. You have a lot to live up to.
When my dad died, I received a card that said this, "May the love of friends give you comfort. May the love of God give you peace." That sentiment has stuck with me for 25 years and it is my prayer for you and your family. Love, MrsP

To the family and friends of Jim Terry - most especially Maggie, Mick and my dear Laura:

How do you say good-bye to a loved one?

This is the question that my big brother (brother-in-law) helped me with (thank you Jimmy Terry) … and now today, I struggle to find the words to comfort you.

My name is Dawn Terry and I was married to Jimmy’s big brother Mike.

When Mike died in March of 2006, it was Laura Terry that was my “guardian angel”. She was with Mike when he died – she spent his last few hours on this earth with him.

And now it is Mick – her brother, who spent the last few hours with their Dad.

Jimmy was so present for me – after Mike’s death. He provided a kind gentle hand to keep encouraging me to grieve –and yet encouraged me to find my way back. It was Jimmy that I called so many times just to talk about my husband and cry.

Jimmy had a way of putting you at ease … to calm you down. He was a man of great integrity and compassion. But I think it was his sense of humor that I loved best!

He said that when he did catch up to his brother, he was going to give him a much needed whopping for the mess that he left behind. By now, I hope that they are together again with their Dad fishing or golfing … with Mom at home making a fabulous meal.

How hard it is to believe, that they are all gone now.

So how do we find our way back? Those that are left to carry on their legacy!

We live as if they were still here with us. We finish their un-finished business. We strive to be the best we can be … feeling their love all around us, encouraging us and cheering us on. It can be done. I am living proof.

Finding joy in the world again – you only need to look in the eyes of Bear. How great was the joy that this dog brought into the life of this wonderful man. Mick will take good care of this gorgeous creature! You only need to watch a great golf shot or to do some fishing with a beloved friend or make a wonderful gumbo with lots of sausage and shrimp and Jimmy will be right there with us!

But for certain – the one place he found joy and his one true love ... this was his children. How he adored Mick and Laura. This is the one thing that Jimmy was most proud of …the children he created with Maggie! She will carry on and be the best Mom and perhaps one day a very special Grandma!

As we lay this incredible man to rest … I would like to share with you a quote from his favorite author … Kahil Gibran from “The Prophet”

For what is it to die,
But to stand in the sun and melt into the wind?

Sleep with the angels my dear big brother. I will never forget you and will always miss you.

With great sympathy and love -
Dawn A. Terry

Jim will be missed beyond words. He had a smile that would light up your day. He always made you feel as if you were really important. My thoughts are prayers are with the family and friends, but I know this is not goodbye forever, for we will see Jim again one day.

Right after my little brother Bret was born and my parents were completely engage in all things baby. Uncle Jim took my on my very first fishing trip. No expense was spared: boat, bate, bayou, cooler full of A&W Root Beer, and Mrs. Bairds fried apple pies (the ones with the sugar glaze). I remember being on a boat for the first time, the freedom and exhilaration of being totally exposed and just flying over that black Beaumont water. I loved that tingling sensation when we skipped over a wake and the occasionally splat of a fat mosquito on my forehead. Uncle Jim was at that wheel; the wind stretching that classic Jim Terry mustache across his face. To this day when I think mustache, I think uncle Jim.

I don't remember catching a fish or even casting a line, but I do remember the immense lush green of the shore, and Jim pointing out turtles and snakes and birds. He would guide the boat up narrow tributaries and we'd have to duck under branches and push off on rocks when the water became shallow; it was my first adventure. Above all, though, I remember his smile. I always felt safe with him, and I always felt loved.

I don't really remember my childhood very well. Some people and places recall themselves with no effort, while other stuff is forever hazy or unknown.
They say that without memory there is no personal identity, there is no continuity to the days of life. Memory provides the raw material for designs both small and great. I have many memories of my uncle Jim. They are as ever present as they are inextricable from all the good parts of my life, and that makes me very grateful.

Uncle Jim always reminds me of my own father. They share many great qualities, and sometimes I think the best thing I can hope for in my own life is that I turn out a lot like them.

Laura and Mick my prayers and thoughts are with you.

To the family of Jim Terry I send my deepest sympathies. I also send this remembrance for Jim's children:

Dear Laura and Michael,

I first met your dad at a Robichau family reunion in Beaumont in the early 90's. I was there to meet the family for the first time with my fiance, your Aunt Jo Ellen. Jim immediately took me under his wing and guided me through the many aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews nieces, Paw Paws and Me Mas of that large clan.

Sensing that I was a bit overwhelmed by meeting so many of your relatives, Jim suggested we take a little boat ride on the Neches.

We spent about two hours just motoring along the still waters of the river. Occasionally, we saw a big bass slap the surface. We drifted along stands of tall pines and cypress that shaded the waterway and shut out all sound except for the crows, blue jays and redbirds.

We talked a bit about fishing, but I sensed that Jim really just loved being on the water. He was perfectly at ease guiding the boat to places he had visited many times.

As I got to know him a little better, he began to talk about you, his children. He told me how much you both loved to go on the boat with him or to the beach.

In fact, most of the conversation went along the lines of "Laura did this..., or Michael said that..." for the rest of our brief time together that day. I'm sure you two got your love for the water from your dad. (Probably from your mom, too!)

Your dad showed me friendship, caring and understanding that day. He took the time and made a special effort to help me. I really appreciated that and will always remember him as a friend.

He really loved the two of you, and I wanted you to know that he always will.

You both are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Russell

Russell Claybrook
6311 Mountain Park Cove
Austin, TX 78731

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It was a honor to know Mr. Terry. Everytime I seen him he always had a bright smile on his face. He was a man of true class. He will be dearly missed but not forgotten.

Dear Mick and Laura,
I am so sorry about your losing your father. I know how much you loved him and how he loved you. I'll always remember his kind ways and sense of humor. He enjoyed life and lived it to the fullest.

Jim was like family to me it was a joy knowing him for 29 years.Our prayers will always be with you Mick & Laura please call if I can be of help. I will miss your dad. God Bless You

To Jim's family.......you have my heartfelt sympathy along with my prayers. I met Jim when I had a problem with my street. He was attentive and handled the situation properly. After that if I had a problem which I did, he was on it immediately.

He was the finest example of city government listening to its citizens. He worked for the citizens of Beaumont and he knew that. I count myself blessed to have met him.

May God bless all of you.

Mick and Laura,

Your dad was my favorite cousin of the Campbell clan. We grew up sharing family holidays and your Grandma and Grandpa Terry were my Godparents.

Your dad had the same loving quality of your grandpa. Somehow when I came away from talking with either of them, I felt better.

Your dad's greatest joy was the two of you. I heard about fishing trips, race car driving and even bought birthday presents for you one year Laura. He loved you both so much and is so very proud of both of you. He knew his heart condition gave him limited time and all he wanted was to see both of you as adults. His wish was granted. He was so delighted by both of you and loved spending time with you.

May God be with you during these challenging days. Just remember he would want you to celebrate his life, so smile and laugh when you can. His Campbell cousins will miss him.

Nancy

I met Jim when he first moved to Beaumont. We became very good friends, he gave me my first motorcycle ride on of his bike. He always had a contigious smile.We still visited at lease once a year, if just by phone, we shared the same birthday. Jim will be missed by many. My prayers go out to his children.

I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of Jim. Everytime I saw him he asked about Amanda and filled me on Laura, ALWAYS WITH A HUGE SMILE ON HIS FACE! He loved you guys very much and I know how you will miss him. We are praying for all of you and we are here for anything at all if you need us!
Love, Michelle, Amanda and family

Jim was a wonderful man. He will be greatly missed by us all.

We hated to receive the sad news about Jim. We will always remember the many hours we spent fishing together, and our thoughts and condolences go out to his children.

It has been such a pleasure to have known Jimmy. We first met him when he came to Cape Coral to visit his brother Mike and Dawn.

We send our love and prayers to Laura, Mick and Margaret. Jim will be missed, he was always so full of life and always so proud of Mick and Laura. If you need anything, please call us. We are here for you. Love, John & Debbie

We are so sorry for your loss. You have been in our prayers and we will continue to pray for you. Your dad's passion for fishing was shared by the both of us. We are so glad that we had a chance to spend time with him.

Mick and Laura:

I remember fondly the good times Jim and I had when we were all members of the Robichau family. Those good times always revolved around our kids -- you two and Jay and Bret. You all were pretty young then, but trust me when I say you brought joy to our hearts. Losing Jim is a great loss to you, his friends and his family. While he and I had not seen each other in some time, Jay and Bret were pretty good at keeping me informed. I'll miss him too and hearing about his adventures.

I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers while you process your grief. And remember even though time and distance has separated us, I will always be your Uncle Mark and would do anything to help you.

Love, Mark

You will be missed. 311 City of Beaumont

Mick, I am so so sorry to hear about your Dad. I know how very close to him you were and words cannot express how deeply saddened I am to hear that he has been taken away from you. I know its easier said than done, but try to remember that God needed your Dad for some reason that is unknown to us and he will forever be beside you in spirit guiding you, protecting you, and smiling down on you because I know he is so very proud of you. I thought about your sister and how hard it is going to be for her to walk down the isle without him. You stand proud that day in your Daddy's place and know that he will be there with both of you. I know nothing will ever fill the void of not being able to see or hug him or pick up the phone and call him whenever you want to but try your best to keep your head held high and celebrate his time here on earth. Be very proud of your relationship and closeness you shared with him because most people do not have that in life, including myself. If you ever ever ever need anything or just a friend to talk to, I am here. I know we've drifted apart in the past few years, but true friends can always pick up where they left off. I'm only a phone call away. Love you, brother!

We are so sorry to hear about your dad Mick, you and your family are in our prayers. Please let us know if theres anything we can do.

There will always be a special place in my heart for Jim...we have been friends since Buffalo and our close friendship continued through all of our trials through life. I am blessed to have known him. He loved his children more than anything. He was my children's Godfather as well and continued to guide them into adulthood. Peace be with you Laura and Mick, your Dad was a good and kind man. Amy, Robin and I will miss him terribly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both and all the people who loved him.

With our deepest sympathy,
Noreen Pomerleau

Mick, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. If there is anything I can do, PLEASE let me know...I'm here for you.

What a terrible loss for us all that knew and loved Jim. He loved life and lived it. His greatest joy of course are Mick and Laura, he always talked about them. I pray for you two with all my heart to find peace during this difficult time.

A genuine, honest, and loving man... Jim, you will be deeply missed. My prayers are with you all at this time. Love to you all......

I am so, so sorry for your loss. Jim was a good man and a good friend, and it was a pleasure to work with him. I will miss him terribly.

You are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything we can help you with please do not hesitate to ask.

With our deepest sympathy,
Shirleen & Wayne Melancon

my thoughts and prayers go out to Laura and Mick, as well as their entire family... i know how big of a loss this is for you all... Laura and Mick: your dad was a great man! i love you both so much!

We will all miss him beyond words. He was a wonderful friend, co-worker and person. Laura and Michael, your loss is shared by all of those who knew your Dad.

Jim was always quick to give me a hug and ask how the boys were doing. Eventhough we didn't see each other often, when we did it felt like we had just visited the day before. I will miss him very much. It was always evident how much he loved all of us.

A great friend who we are deeply sad to see go... our thoughts and prayers are with his family in this time
Lenora & Kenny

Jim was a great friend.. our thoughts and prayers are with his family

Tami and Matt Hathaway

Please call if there is anything i can do . I feel your loss and pain

Kim and I are so very sorry for your loss. Jim will be greatly missed by us. He was a terrific guy and friend.