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Terry Ann Carpenter

1943 - 2017

BORN

1943

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

A.S. Turner & Sons Funeral Home & Crematory

2773 North Decatur Road

Decatur, Georgia

Terry Carpenter Obituary

Name: Funeral service for Terry Ann Carpenter
Start: 2017-10-30T15:00:00.000Z
Location: Smoke Rise Baptist Church

Terry Ann Collins Carpenter passed away October 25 at DeKalb Medical, Decatur. She loved the outdoors, dancing, music, travel, costumes, animals, doting on her grandchildren, spending time with her large extended family, and anything that flashed or sparkled. Always the life of the party, she was serious about getting the best view in the hotel, or the best table in the restaurant. Born in Atlanta in 1943, Terry married her college sweetheart, Noel A. Carpenter, in 1963. They enjoyed a long marriage filled with happiness and adventure. After the loss of her husband in 1995, she traveled extensively with her sister and brother-in-law, Oliver Peters. She is survived by her sister, Carman Peters; son, Chris Carpenter; daughter and son-in-law, Jill and John Mills; and by her grandchildren, Lori Carpenter, Amber Carpenter Yun, Brooke Mills, Sydney Mills, and Dana Carpenter. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to Fur Kids Animal Rescue and Shelter, www.furkids.org. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 30, at Smoke Rise Baptist Church, 5901 Hugh Howell Road, Stone Mountain GA 30087. Carpenter, Terry Ann

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution from Oct. 29 to Oct. 30, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Terry Carpenter

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13 Entries

Doug Reynolds

October 30, 2017

Terry was the happiest, most energetic, and generous dancer at contradance . . . and my favorite dance partner for years, until both of us had to stop dancing for health reasons. She also sang her heart out. And loved to travel to exotic places, and bring back good stories. In the end, her family was No. 1.
She had a good life. Can you ask for more? What a special woman.
I realized as I read my emails that Terry's memorial service was this morning - and I missed it. I'm so sorry about that. My thoughts are with you, Carman, and the rest of her family. Take care. Love, Doug

October 30, 2017

My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.

October 30, 2017

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Marlene Smith

October 30, 2017

My condolences to my co-worker Jill and the entire family during the loss of their love one. May you all find strength and peace with the beautiful memories of your love one during this difficult time.

L D

October 30, 2017

May you have peace and comfort as you mourn the loss of your loved one. My deepest sympathies to family and friends. 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17

D S

October 30, 2017

My condolences to your family. May God give your family peace and comfort during this difficult time. Psalms 146:4,5

October 29, 2017

My sincere condolences are with your family in this time of deep sorrow. May God comfort your hearts and give you strength during the difficult days ahead. (2 Thessalonians 2:16,17)
Whiting
Atlanta, GA

October 29, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Thomas Gaines

October 28, 2017

I met Terry when I started contra dancing around 2002. She quickly became my favorite dance partner. As a newcomer, she made me feel welcome, as she was always happy to see me, and always asked me to dance. She would often bring me gifts to wear dancing - pins, bracelets, blinking lights, etc. So I started trying to dress with as much 'bling' as she did. But I could never match her! Wow, we had such a great time. I will miss her so much.

Darryl Ott

October 28, 2017

Sorry to hear about Terry. Knew her many years.Always fun to dance with

Bob Braxton

October 28, 2017

Terry loved to dance. For years she was a regular at the Cajun dances at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Buford Highway. She was always full of energy and with a great big smile. And she always wore sparkly jewelry, clothes, and footwear, sometimes outfitted with batteries to make sure she flashed. You couldn't miss Terry at a dance. One of my favorite dance partners. She will be missed.

Jane Ross

October 27, 2017

Terry was such an extraordinary individual. I was fortunate to have her apply for a job in our office at Montreal Medical and hiring her brought that marvelous energy into our work world. She was always full of stories of her adventures whether traveling or dancing or going to movies or theme parks or just walking dogs. With Terry there was always a story. Often about her family Whom she loved and treasured so very much. Then there was her determination to make sure the office was decorated for every holiday or occasion- often spending her own money on those decorations. Her desk was full of little vignettes from hula dancers to funny flowers - each an expression of her endless creativity. Here was this little woman who only worked part time in the file room but who had an enormous impact on our office - blessing us in so many ways. To her family - I just want you to know how much she meant to us and how much my heart goes out to you. May your memories of Terry's smiling face and bubbling personality carry you through the grief of losing her. With sympathy- Jane Ross

October 27, 2017

I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. One day many will have the opportunity to live again. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time. John 17:3

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