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Terry Adler Obituary

Terry Alan Adler, 46, of Elizabethtown, passed away Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown.

He was an amazing husband, father, son and friend. Terry was an accountant at Kruger Packaging, a member of First Christian Church and an avid UK fan. He loved playing golf any chance he could at Elizabethtown Country Club, where he was a reigning club champion. Above all, Terry enjoyed experiencing life with family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Rabon "Jack" Adler.

Survivors include his wife, Dayna Gish Adler of Elizabethtown; two daughters, Madison and Macey Adler, both of Elizabethtown; his mother, Sue Adler of Elizabethtown; a brother, Tony (Kelly) Adler of Louisville; his in-laws, Tom and Donna Major of Elizabethtown and Dennis and Vickie Gish of Henderson; a sister-in-law, Emily (Beau Trimble) Major; nephews; his beloved dog, Tucker; and many, many friends.

A memorial service is at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, at Brown Funeral Home in Elizabethtown with Dr. Billy Compton officiating.

Visitation is from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and continues at 9 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to the Elizabethtown Country Club for a memorial in his name.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The News-Enterprise from Oct. 16 to Oct. 19, 2023.

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Tom & Christy Bennett

October 19, 2023

It was wonderful to see such an outpouring of love and support for the family. It was obvious Terry has touched many lives. We could not physically stand in the long line to show you our support, but we have and will continue to lift you to the Lord for His love and comfort.

Carlos Lozano

October 17, 2023

Very sad to know about Terry´s loss, great colleague and friend, will remember and pray for him

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