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William Terry Obituary
William E. Terry
of Gilboa, N.Y.
William E. Terry, 13, of Flat Creek Road, died unexpectedly on Thursday, September 25, 2008, after being stricken at his residence. William was born September 27, 1994, the son of William J. and Alicia A. (Hallock) Terry. He was an 8th grade student at Gilboa Central School. William loved the outdoors. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and woodsman. He recently completed his Bow Hunting Safety Training Course at Middleburgh Rod and Gun Club. Farming was William's passion. He was a life member of the American Jersey Cattle Association, and enjoyed working for various farms in the county. He worked for the Danforth Jersey farm of Jefferson, School Hill farm of Cobleskill, and Scotch View farm, Hacienda de le Rocca, and Loyal Maples all of Gilboa. William was a member of the 4-H program in Schoharie County. He showed Jersey cattle for 4 years at the Cooperstown Jr. Livestock show, Schoharie County Fair and Delaware County fair. William's special love was for his dogs, Hooter and Dixie. Survivors include his parents, William J. and Alicia A. Terry, Gilboa; his paternal grandmothers, Sarah Terry, Whitney Point and Frieda Evans, Tully, N.Y.; maternal grandfather, E. David Hallock, Scotia; several aunts and uncles, Polly Hallock, Gilboa, Heidi and David Pickett, Gilboa, John and Ila Jean Terry, Whitney Point, Chuck and RoxAnn Kreuger, Willington, Fla., Tom Terry, West Virginia; several cousins; and surrogate uncles, Mark Galasso and Marty Galasso, Jr. He was predeceased by his maternal grandmother, Joan Hallock, who died in 2003; and paternal grandfathers, John Terry and John Evans.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 29, at Palmer & Shaylor, Inc. Funeral Home, 134 River Street, Middleburgh, with Rev. Ron Perry officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 to 6 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Flat Creek Cemetery, Gilboa. Memorial contributions may be made to the William E. Terry Scholarship Fund, care of Gilboa Central School, 132 Wyckoff Road, Gilboa, N.Y. 12076; or Conesville Volunteer Ambulance Squad Gilboa, N.Y. 12076. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.palmershaylorfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Terry
Sarah Boyer
October 9, 2008
During this time of mourning, I would like to express my sincere condolence at the sudden loss of your loved one. May you find comfort in persistent prayers, as “the peace of God that excels all thought will guard your heart and your mental powers.” [Phil. 4:7] I certainly hope that the help God can give at this time will make a difference in your recovery to continue without your loved one.
Annette Becker
October 8, 2008
Dear Bill and Alicia,
I am a friend of Patrice's at Utica College. I send my sincere and heartfelt condolences on the loss of your sweet son. We also lost a son, just this summer. I believe that the shared grief of the many people who love you and loved William will help you to keep your head up and breathe each day. Keep it simple... one step, then another.
May God's blessings pour over you during this time of grief. His mercies are new every morning....
Meg Preston
October 2, 2008
To the Terry Family,
As the Coordinator of The Farmers' Museum Jr. Livestock Show, please accept our condolences for your tragic loss. Although I did not know William personally, I am sure he will be greatly missed at the TFM Jr. Show by so many families that did know him.
Our sympathies to you and your family.
Jessica Wiertz
October 1, 2008
The Terry Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. We all loved William and his ideas. He new everything from syphaning liquids to doing math everywhere! He was a blast!!!! We all will miss him!!!
Lonnie Rathgeber
October 1, 2008
Dear Alicia,
Just wanted to let you know my prayers are with you. Your treasured thoughts and memories will get you through...xox
Christy Dahms
September 30, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss!
Drew & Diane Croce
September 30, 2008
Bill & Alicia~
There are no words of comfort. Please know that if you ever need anything we are here for you, any day, any time. You're in our thoughts & prayers.
Ruth L./Anthony c. Yung
September 29, 2008
The Terry Family,
God's Blessings, and the comfort only the Holy Spirit can give you all be upon each of you. We cannot know how terrible it is to loos a child, but our Holy father does. Turn to Him always.
Ruth & Tony Yung
Victoria Reinhart
September 29, 2008
William,
Although you have passed on, you will always be kept dear in our thoughts and hearts. Please watch over all of us from your spot in heaven. You will be missed.
Victoria
Ed and Karen (Mattice) Ferdinandi
September 29, 2008
We are so very sorry for your loss. You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers. Take comfort in knowing you have a guardian angel watching over you.
Palmatier Family
September 29, 2008
Our deepest sympathies to your family. A day will come when you look back at your time with him and smile. He is in good hands.
Susan Ciacci
September 29, 2008
Oh, No! I can't put into words my sorrow for you.
Terry/Shelley Bradley
September 28, 2008
Bill and Alicia, May your joyful memories live in your hearts forever. You are kept in thoughts and prayers.
Morgan Hall
September 28, 2008
Mr. & Mrs. Terry,
To tell the truth. I have only spent time with Will three times in my life and yourselves twice. Those few times have made an impact and memories that i will never forget. Big Will was a wonderful friend and i am here praying for you both and those like me who loved him and still do.
Erika Karg
September 28, 2008
we will always remember him he was a good friend
Casey Wright
September 28, 2008
we miss him. He was a great huntsmen but a better friend. Well miss him dearly forever and ever.
matthew grant
September 28, 2008
Dear mr.and mrs. terry I dont know if you remember me i was the pastors son of flat creek we were only there for 2 years but i remember going fishing with william and how he loved to come down and help on the farm i am soo sorry to hear of your loss and my heart bleeds for you cause he was soo young to be taken but his memory will always be in our minds i am praying for you as is the rest of my family i hope that if you need anything that you will not hesitate to ask again i am soo sorry and i am praying for you all.
matt grant
Ed,Sue,Garrett& Hunter Bronson
September 27, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this very difficult time. Billy was a GREAT kid and it was a pleasure to get to know him and and become friends with our boys on his many trips to work with Bill Sr. He is know watching over all of us. God Bless Him.
Natalie Giresi
September 27, 2008
Im sorry for your loss. I hade just lost my big sister Jessica in a car accident. I know william made it to heaven. He's up their right now watching over you as well as my sister. Dont feel bad for him because he's in a better and peaceful world so we dont have to feel bad for him.Is all you have to do is be strong.
Again I am sorry for your loss he's in my prayers evey night.
Natalie Giresi
September 27, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. william was in the same grade and classes with me.He was very funny and always made me laugh. He always made the day better and better .I just lost my sister Jessica macnevin in a car accedint.so I kinda know what your going through. Dont worry I know he made it to heaven with my big sis jess. As we know we dont see these things coming but just look at it as he was just reborn in to a secound and better world. Thats what i think and it makes me feel better and he's not the one suffering anymore we are so dont feel bad for him.
And again im sorry for your loss and just try and keep strong.To all the Terry family.
John Migli
September 27, 2008
So sorry to hear of your loss. I have heard nothing but great things about "Billy" as my mother works with a relative of his. God Bless you during this very difficult time.
Barbara & Donald Ende
September 27, 2008
Dear Bill and Alicia,
As Debbie said, our William will be missed very much. Be proud of the way he grew up, as you both did a wonderful job. Love to you and your family.
Chris & Kristin Tompkins
September 27, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. I truly enjoyed having William in my art class a few years ago. He was a wonderful young man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Shirley Howard
September 27, 2008
Dear Billy and Alicia,
I am so sorry to hear about your
son, I lost my oldest son 3 years ago and I know how hard it is. It just doesn't seem fair to lose someone so young. Please know that I can feel for you.
My prayers are with you.
Michael Saez
September 27, 2008
Am very saddened to hear this shocking news. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sheila Dent
September 27, 2008
My sincere heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your families on your tragic sudden loss. Most of us have not experienced what you are going through. God bless you and give you strength.
Sheila Dent
George Kretser
September 27, 2008
Bill & Family
We send our love & heartfull sympathy at this difficult time. William is in good hands.
God Bless
George & Lisa Kretser
September 27, 2008
Barry & Betty Taylor
So sorry to hear about your recent tragedies
Julie (Hunter) McKee
September 27, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss, Alicia and family. My prayers are with you all. May your warm memories of William help you through this tragedy.
Brendan Irwin
September 26, 2008
I know Will as a close friend and he will always be in my heart and all others how know him.
Brittany Mattice
September 26, 2008
i do not know you but i knew your son very well he has been my friend for a really long time i miss him and i am very sorry for your loss
Linda O'Neil
September 26, 2008
My heart goes out to you, his parents, even though I don't know you.
You have my deepest sympathy.
I lost a daughter in Jan. The pain does get better over time. You will be comforted by warm memories.
George Kretser
September 26, 2008
Bill & Family
So sorry for the lost of your son.
God bless
George Kretser & family
Rev. Martha E. Vink
September 26, 2008
Dear Alicia & Family,
I was stunned to read of William's death, and am so very sorry. My heart aches for you all. May you feel God's arms wrapped around you and holding you close in this tragic time. You are, and will remain, in my thoughts and prayers.
Tim, Donna, Mackenzie, Nick, & Lizzy Moore
September 26, 2008
Alicia and Bill ~ we have been thinking of you. There are no words to express our sadness over the loss of William. We are very thankful we have had the opportunity to have had so much fun with William and all of your family at 4H dairy cattle shows over the years. We send our hugs.
Wilcox/ Chambers family
September 26, 2008
We are very sorry for your loss. We will miss William at Cooperstown and the Del.Co. Fair. Our prayers are with you all at this sad time. We wish you the strength you need to help you cope with your loss, William was taken way too early from you.
Michael Lawyer
September 26, 2008
The Lord must have needed a pattern, because Billy was the real deal! Our prayers are with you Bill and Alicia.
Patricia Purdy
September 26, 2008
To Williams Family, I do not know you but my heart bleeds, for your family. Hold on tight to your family and friends, and your memories. God Bless You all, the road ahead is rocky, but lean on God, for comfort and support.
Helen Frable
September 26, 2008
Billy Im not sure you even will remember me but wanted you and your family to know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sounds like your son was a terrific young man just as his father was when he was young. All ou love your cousin Helen Frable and kids Deposit, New York
Vannessia Reed
September 26, 2008
Sorry for your lose. Hope your friends and family will be there to help you thought this time in your life.
Tammie Lamont
September 26, 2008
I just got the chance to meet William about a month ago. William and my son Shane became friends in school. They were in the same classes and rode the same bus for 4 years. Shane would come home daily and talk about things him and William had talked about that day. (Mostly Hunting). William was a great listener and friend and will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 26, 2008
I don't know your family, but my prayers are with you. May God bless you during this very difficult time.
Penny & Jeff Marshall
September 26, 2008
So sorry for your loss. What a wonderful young man he was. I wish I would have known him. May God comfort you in your time of tragedy. Remember he is up there holding WIlliam in his arms. May God shine his light upon your family
Darcy Jaeger
September 26, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tragic time. I will truly miss all of the "Terry" stories that were had at our dinner table.
Marsha Fisher
September 26, 2008
"The word for someone who loses a spouse is 'widow', the word for someone who loses their parents is 'orphan', but the loss of a child is so great that there is no word to describe it."
May God bless you in your hours of need.
Lee Pratt and Amanda Czesak
September 26, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days ahead. Please know that we are here if you need anything at all, just ask!
September 26, 2008
As passionate farmers, we share your grief. Our sincerest sympathy, Bel Park Farm
Linda Terry
September 26, 2008
We love you both so much. Our hearts break for you. William was a fine young man. You can be proud of the job you did raising him. Our prayers are with you. Roger and Linda Terry
Debra Galasso
September 26, 2008
There are no words. We are here for you, anything, anytime. We Love You All. We will miss our William always.
gregg jipson
September 26, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
EVELYN YOUNG
September 26, 2008
TO THE FAMILY I DO NOT NO WILLIAM AT ALL BUT MY HEART IS FOR THE FAMILY.ALIFE IS SO YOUNG TO BE TAKEN
Joe and Diane Salisbury
September 26, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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