James Johnston Terry Jr.

1944 - 2016

James Johnston Terry Jr. obituary, 1944-2016, Colleyville, TX

James Johnston Terry Jr.

1944 - 2016

BORN

1944

DIED

2016

James Terry Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 11, 2016.
James Terry Jr. passed away Friday, Sept. 9, 2016, at his residence. Funeral: 1 p.m. Tuesday at Forest Ridge Funeral Home, 705 Airport Frwy., Hurst. Interment: Peterstown Cemetery in Giles County, Va. Visitation: The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. James was born to James J. Terry Sr. and Frances Terry on July 13, 1944. He was the retired CFO of the Boy Scouts of America, National Council. Survivors: Loving wife, Anne; son, James J. Terry III and wife, Lisa; daughter, Melissa Fuhrman and husband, Don; brothers, John C. Terry and Edward I. Terry; and grandsons, Andrew Johnston Terry and Christopher Jason Terry.

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January 19, 2021

Joe Patterson posted to the memorial.

April 19, 2017

Jerry da Silva Matz posted to the memorial.

February 16, 2017

Melissa Fuhrman posted to the memorial.

Joe Patterson

January 19, 2021

I never knew Jim personally, but I have been involved in Scouting for years, and I want to thank him for all he did to give back to Scouting.

Jerry da Silva Matz

April 19, 2017

Thoughts and prayers for the family. BSA is missing a good scouter. Be Prepared!

Their relationship "begins."

Melissa Fuhrman

February 16, 2017

James and Anne, celebrating their 50th anniversary

Melissa Fuhrman

February 16, 2017

Missy Terry Fuhrman

September 22, 2016

Daddy, you'll always be my hero, and I will always be proud to be "Jim's daughter." I love you.

Sachem Quick Dolphin

September 21, 2016

Jim was a gift to us in the Heart of America Council, we enjoyed his leadership as well as his great people skills. I remember bumping into him once at the airport and was very impressed that he remembered my name. I know his family will miss him deeply. He was a great man and a friend to many.

Keith A Clark

September 15, 2016

Dear Anne:

Linda and I were very saddened by Jim's recent death and extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Jim befriended me when I joined the National Board approximately ten years ago and was a great mentor. He and I both shared a keen interest in financial information and statistics. He was a real gentleman. Even though he was younger than me he always reminded me of the character, wisdom and integrity of my grandfather.

There is little anyone can say or do at a time like this, but we wanted you to know that our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Warmest personal regards.

Keith A. Clark

Sachem Magic Knife

September 13, 2016

We in the Heart of America Council were so fortunate to spend time with Jim this spring at our Celebration. Rest In Peace, your Work here is Done. We will carry on!

Cullen Hartley

September 13, 2016

Jim Terry encouraged me in public speaking while I was a young man on staff at the H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation. Today it is a skill that I use every day in my career. Thank you!

Carla (Johnson) Wallace / BSA National Office

September 13, 2016

My deepest condolence to Anne and all of the Terry family. I am lifting you up in prayer for comfort and sweet memories.

april hale

September 12, 2016

To the family and friends of Jim terry. Jim was a great leader, friend, and always set the example for others. thank you Jim for all you did for The Heart of America Council. You will be missed, but never forgotten. April Hale

Bud Hastings

September 12, 2016

Jim was a tremendous leader and we thank him for his time in the Heart of America Council. Peace be with his family.

R. Scott Smith

September 12, 2016

He was a great man. The world is a worse place without him.

Jay Flaherty

September 12, 2016

It was a total pleasure to have known Jim. Tremendous Scouter and the last good Director of the Heart of America Council. May the Great Spirit hold him in the palm of his hand.

David Lehman

September 12, 2016

I will always remember Jim's deep Booming voice in tribal ceremonies

Edie & John Gardner

September 12, 2016

So sorry to hear about Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers to his family.

September 11, 2016

Anne - Jim was one of the kindest and most humble men I have ever known. Since the day we met at Johnston Gym on September 1, 1962- as wide-eyed freshmen at our beloved Davidson College - we have been members of the class of '66 - "Mean as hell, tough as bricks, we're the class of '66" While those words may apply to some of us, as you know better than anyone Jim had a more endearing quality - that of a soft spoken believer. From kicking 35 consecutive PAT's without a misfire (a record that stood at Davidson for almost 30 years, to serving as our class secretary for most of our 50 years since graduating, to working with young people in the Dean's office at with the BSA, to just "being there" for his family and friends- Jim embodied what Christ calls us to be - a true servant leader.

I shall miss him but hope that you, your children and the entire family, like me, will be comforted knowing he is with the Lord now and in no more pain. And the greatest gift of all -- the certain knowledge that we will all be reunited one day with Jim.

This world is a much better place for Jim's 72 years on it.

In His grip

Steve Smith
Davidson Class of 1966

Howard Bryan

September 10, 2016

My deep sympathies to Anne and the Terry and Hamilton families. Jim played hard every day on our Davidson baseball team, and showed the same dedication throughout his career. May fond memories comfort you in this time of sorrow.

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