David Franklin Terry

1942 - 2023

TERRY, David Franklin, age 80, died on February 13, 2023. Born on May 12, 1942 in Amelia. David was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Edith Terry and by his brother, Donald Terry. David is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Susan Bevins Terry; their two sons, Michael and Scott Terry; and David's brother, Dale Terry. After playing basketball for and graduating from Richmond Polytechnic Institute, David worked for several years as a civil servant before finding his true calling as a teacher. David taught math for over two decades at Midlothian High School. While teaching, David enjoyed coaching basketball, soccer, volleyball and was the faculty sponsor of the Interact Club. A member of May Memorial Baptist church in Powhatan, David served as a deacon and taught Sunday school. Funeral services will be on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 2 p.m. at May Memorial 3922 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan, Va. 23139. A reception will follow at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to a charity of your choice that helps people in need.