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Forrest Terry Obituary

Terry Forrest Freeman Terry, 64, born August 9, 1948 to Roy and May Terry in Bettsville, Ohio. Died May 25, 2013, in Columbus, Ohio. Predeceased by his parents and siblings Evelyn May, Russell, Harold, Gilbert, Vivien and Gale and first wife Nancy. Survived by wife Deborah McCormack Terry; son, Phillip Randel Terry; and siblings Lois (Eldon) Cooper and Robert (Joanne) Terry; and three generations of in-laws; nieces, and nephews. Debbie and Forrest loved dogs and participated in dog rescue and transportation. Forrest is also survived by his beloved dogs: Charlie, Lola, and Harry; all rescues. Forrest was a graduate of the University of Florida, where he played football and The Ohio State University Law School. He worked for many years for the US Attorney General; ending his career as an industrial salesperson. In the end, he chose to donate his body to science. Thank you to all our friends and family for their support.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from May 26 to May 27, 2013.

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Debbie Terry

June 3, 2013

Thank you to everyone for their kind messages. So nice to hear from friends we hadn't seen in a long time, and many people who never met Forrest. I love all the "I'll never forget the time"messages. For example, to slightly misquote the famous Garrett Morris line from SNL: baseball was very, very good to him. Some of you know Forrest was a baseball catcher who coulda gone to "the show." I'm glad he was able to share that knowledge with someone like our friend Alex in his younger days and had the opportunity to share the love of that game with many. It had been one of the many things that originally bonded us.

Trish Rickettson

May 30, 2013

Debbie, I pray that God gives you strength to get through this difficult time. Hope you find comfort in knowing that he is no longer in pain. Trish

David, Yoshi, Maxine

May 30, 2013

Debbie, I am sorry for your loss, My thoughts are with you and your family.

Joanie Kosto

May 29, 2013

Debbie,
We are so sorry to hear about Forrest's passing. You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

Katie Wolfle

May 28, 2013

Debbie,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Katie Wolfle ES Weiant Co-worker

Amy Strawser

May 28, 2013

Debbie,

With deep sadness I learned of Forrest's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ann Dunlop

May 28, 2013

Debbie...I am so very sorry to hear of Forrest's death. I know he is at peace now and it is my hope that this and his continued presence are comforting for you. Hugs and prayers to you.

Sharon Kirsch Schlesinger

May 27, 2013

Debbie,
again, all of my thoughts and love to you. I am always here whenever you need me. Forrest will live on in his wonderful gift to research!
Sharon

Dan Raymond

May 27, 2013

Debbie, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I can remember the fond memories that we had in visiting Forest, Phil and you at your home in Columbus. My condolences again.

May 27, 2013

Debbie, we are so sorry for the loss of Forrest. Facebook has kept us informed of his illness and your attempts to make his last days as comfortable as possible while dealing with your own health issues as well. We admire your infinite courage and compassion for others of the human and four legged variety and we hope the future brings you good health and happy years to come. And we wish
Forrest peace. Elissa and Barry Blumenfeld

Alex Sawyers

May 27, 2013

Forrest was a good man. I'll never forget how he taught me how to keep score at a baseball game. Next time I'm at a game, I'll do that as a tribute. Thinking of your family during this difficult time.

Jacqui Purland

May 27, 2013

My deepest sympathies to you, Phil and all your babies Debbie.
I am so very sorry for your loss. My Forrest rest in peace.
sending all my love to you all.

May 27, 2013

Dear Debby,
I am very sorry to hear of Forrest's transition. I'm praying that you find peace and encouragement from so many people who love you.
Jill Karwales Fink

May 26, 2013

Praying for you and your family. Hoping that you find strength, peace, and comfort from those who love you and are moving through this time with you.
Sallie Staub Hosack, Findlay, Ohio

Rissa Long

May 26, 2013

Sorry for your loss Debbie and Phil. Forrest is at peace now.

Phyllis P

May 26, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss, Debbie. Forrest is giving one last gift to others in hopes they may learn from it. Please take care and know there are many of us all over the US (world?) thinking of you. "Say not in grief he is no more' but live in thankfulness that he was"

Patricia Gill

May 26, 2013

Debbie, I'm thinking of you during your time of loss. You are in my prayers. It's never easy losing a loved one. May you be sustained by the happy memories you and Forrest created together. Remember, you have many friends to lean on, including me.
Pat Gill

Kim McGarry

May 26, 2013

So sorry Deb and Phil. We're thinking of you and believing that Forrest is at peace and now without pain and sickness.

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