Photo courtesy of Collier’s Funeral Home - Saint Ann
Saint Ann, Missouri
Apr 6, 1955 – Feb 14, 2024
Terry Briggs passed away unexpectedly at his home on 2/14/2024 at the age of 68.
Terry was born on 4/6/1955, to William and Dorothy Briggs. He grew up in North County St. Louis and graduated from the University of Missouri in 1977 with a degree in Broadcast Journalism. In 1978, he married his college sweetheart, Lorie Johns, and they had 3 children: Josh, Jeremy, and Haley. Terry worked in various public facing roles at MSD, SITE Improvement Association, and the Eastern Missouri Laborers Union. He was elected Mayor of the City of Bridgeton during the tailend of his career and into retirement. Throughout his career, he pursued causes he was passionate about through board service with the Productive Living Board, Special Olympics Board, Special School District Board of Education and Municipal League of Metro St. Louis.
Terry’s career gave him many opportunities to have fun helping people, and that also blended into his family life. He enjoyed taking family road trips in the various mini-vans the family owned - emphasizing at least one historic site; regardless of how far it was, he always knew a “shortcut”.
Terry was often on the sidelines coaching the kids sports teams or out hunting with them during duck season. If he wasn’t enjoying a round of golf at Berry Hill, during the quiet times around the house you’d find him watching black and white movies or old Western shows alongside Lorie. As the grandkids came along, he became the ultimate “yes man”; willingly buying sweets, making trips to the park, playing outside, and even starring as “The Alligator Man” in short ipad movies they made.
Terry is survived by his wife Lorie (Johns) Briggs, his children Joshua Briggs, Jeremy (Ali) Briggs, Haley Briggs; three grandchildren, Nora, Elodie and Caleb; and siblings Daniel (Candace) Briggs, Debbie (Jeff) Burley and John (Vicki) Briggs; three nephews and five great nephews and nieces; and many friends.
In lieu of flowers, Terry’s family asks that donations be made to Valley Industries Sheltered Workshop at 143 James S. McDonnell Blvd, Hazelwood, Missouri 63042. The link to make a donation is: https://valleyind.net/fundraising-events/make-a-donation/
Memorial visitation Sunday, February 18th, 4:00 - 8:00 PM at COLLIER'S Funeral Home, 3400 N. Lindbergh Blvd. (St. Ann). Memorial Mass Monday, February 19th 10:00 AM at Holy Spirit Church, 3130 Parkwood Ln. Maryland Heights, MO.
Read MoreTerry was always there to help He will always be remembered for the great guy he was and still is
Tim Bates
February 11, 2025 | Weldon Spring, MO | Friend
I FOUND HIM TO BE A FUN AND HONEST MAN.
MARLENE JONES
February 10, 2025 | Dupo, IL
Lorie, I am so sorry to hear about Terry's passing. I am in St Louis because mom is in hospice at Friendship Village, Chesterfield. Sue Reagan 678.640.7618
Sue Reagan
July 22, 2024 | School
BECAUSE HE WAS ALWAYS A KIND MAN AND AN HONEST MAN WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM.
MARLENE FRANCES JONES
April 14, 2024 | Work
Deepest sympathies to your families. We will always have wonderful memories sitting on the bleachers together watching the kids play ball.
Dan and Susie Smith
April 13, 2024 | Maryland Heights, MO | Friend
My sincere condolences and prayers to the Briggs family on their loss. I enjoyed working Mayor Briggs. He was a man who truly loved his community.
Lorraine Perkinson
March 02, 2024 | Bonita Springs, FL | Acquaintance
Mr. Briggs was a neighbor of my father-in-law, only a couple of houses up the street. My father-in-law was up in age, passed in 2016 at 93. Mr. Briggs would shovel my father-in-law's driveway for free whenever it snowed out of the kindness of his heart. Mu father-in-law would get a cheesecake and take it to Mr. Briggs to show his appreciation. Mr. Briggs was also very helpful after my father-in-law passed, kinda keeping an eye on the property, since we lived a long distance from Bridgeton. I...
Jim Brown
February 25, 2024 | Friend
Terry was a caring friend and who always had a positive attitude and a friendly smile. He was a wonderful and caring person. Our sympathy to Lori and his family. May his memory be eternal!
Bob and Sharon Butchko
February 23, 2024 | Arnold, MO | Friend
On behalf of the players, families and coaches of the Tigers Baseball team in the St Louis Challenger Baseball program, we offer our thoughts, prayers, and condolences to the Briggs Family, especially Haley, and Lori. Playing the Eagles without Coach Terry won´t be the same. He was a man who put others first. Sorry for your loss.
Joe Torrisi, Tigers
February 23, 2024 | Other
