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TERRI BUNCH Obituary
Dr. Shirley Terri Bunch MB, Bchir, BA, MA, MD, 65, of Gainesville, Florida, passed away peacefully at home, after a valiant and courageous 3 year fight against cancer, on September 7, 2012.
Terri was born in Knoxville, Tennessee on May 20, 1947, to the late Paul and Gladys Bunch. She spent 20 years in the United Kingdom where she studied medicine at Cambridge University and specialized in Pediatric Neurology. She returned to the United States 20 years ago to practice at the University of Florida, leaving for a time for private practice in Savannah, Georgia and St. Petersburg, Florida, before returning to Gainesville, becoming Assistant Professor and Director of the residency program.
She is survived by her husband, Guy David Carter; one son, Chris (Louise) Wells; one grandson, Arthur Wells; and two sisters, Fran Henriques and Teresa Leveque.
Memorial services will be held on Thursday, September 13, 2012 at 2:00 P.M., in the Chapel of Williams-Thomas Funeral Home Downtown, 404 North Main Street, Gainesville. In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, Donor Services, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265, or www.komen.org. or to the Sebastian Ferrero Foundation, 105 SW 128th Street, Suite 200, Gainesville, FL 32669, or www.sebastianferrero.org.
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Ruth Ryan
September 3, 2025
Terri, you are often in my thoughts. You were not only an amazing doctor, but an equally amazing friend. Always smiling and laughing, you helped make our difficult journey through the early years of our son´s disability easier. A trait I wish I could bottle and pass on to the many medical people in our son´s life who could use just a little of the `essence of Terri´. Gone but absolutely never forgotten.
Kezia Carter
September 3, 2024
Thinking about the bracelet I made when I visited Savannah and you taught me some jewellery making skills : )
Kezia xx
Karen Grant-Hamel
September 3, 2022
Dr. Bunch I think of you often and your bright spirit. The world was a better place with you in it. I think of our long talks. Rest in pease my friend Karen Hamel Pediatric Neurology
Kezia
September 3, 2021
Never forgotten Terri xxx
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michelle Wade
November 6, 2019
I am going to miss you may you rest in peace Dr. Bunch... I just heard of your passing
September 5, 2014
Was sitting in Neurology yesterday in Terry's usual exam room with the little table and thinking of her, we still miss her, her memory will live on through all the children's lives she touched
Lisa Ribeiro
September 4, 2014
Every Visit we take to the Neurology office My daughter and I bring up wonderful memories we had with you. And we will continue to do so now and in the future! You are truly missed by this family!
September 6, 2013
So lovely to look back over the year and read all the beautiful messages that everyone has written.
Thinking of you Terri. Actually I'm wearing one of your necklaces today!
With love, Kezia xxx
April 1, 2013
Terri was a friend, a scholar and a humanitarian. We will miss her and will never forget her.
Dalma and Chris Sackellares
Carol Sharisky
October 14, 2012
My deepest Sympathies and Prayers go out to her family and loved ones she was truly a wonderful Dr, one of the few people that "got" my son she will be deeply missed
October 11, 2012
Dr. Bunch will be truly missed. She has brought my grandson through many things.Thanks for being so attentive. Hunter
October 11, 2012
Terri was a practitioner who communicated through her heart while being led by her expertise and vast experience with Autism and Down syndrome. She was a model of best practice. Our family, especially our daughter, who was her patient, will miss her dearly. May the Lord bless her and her family.
Charles Coker
September 25, 2012
Terri- we have many fond memories of your time in Southend. Kindest Regards to Chris who we remember as a student, and the rest of the family. Thinking of you all.
Charles and Alison Coker
Debbie Momberg
September 17, 2012
I had the good fortune and sincere pleasure of helping Dr. Bunch and her husband Guy, find a home when they moved to St. Petersburg for a short time. From the moment I met her I knew how very special she was and how fortunate her patients were to be in her care. She had an inner light that shone to all who knew her and an amazing strength and spirit. Our world was a better place because of Terri and I was blessed to have known her! I am so terribly saddened by her passing. My deepest sympathies to her family, friends and colleagues. May you rest forever in God's loving arms, Dr Bunch. With my deepest sympathy, Debbie Momberg.
Ian Parsonson
September 17, 2012
I knew Terry only slightly through my wife. She contributed hugely to the organization of our wedding in Hamburg and established herself to my mind as one of the kindest and most quietly selfless people I've met. I wonder if she knew how much people admired her. I'm very sorry we weren't able to see more of her in recent years.
Imke Meyer-Parsonson
September 17, 2012
Dear Terri
You were such a wonderful friend to me when we worked together in Southend and for many years afterwards. You and Guy took care of me and gave me a home in England and were there for me when I went through hard times.
You even came all the way from America to be at my wedding.
It is a huge regret and sadness to me that I have not been able to see you for many years and that I will now never be able to enjoy your wicked sense of humour and your kindness ever again. My thoughts are with Guy and Christopher and his family. I won't forget you! Love, Immi
Robin Gilmore
September 16, 2012
The world was a better and brighter place while she was here; and now a lesser place since she has gone.
Simon Aubrey
September 13, 2012
Guy, last time I saw Terri she was ironing in the house in Offord Cluny always very busy working and becoming a better doctor.
Mate my thoughts are very much with you and the family we both hope today goes as well as can do in these sad times Take Care Guy
Simon & Helen Tauranga New Zealand
Leah Watson
September 12, 2012
We were so lucky to know her even the short period we did. She really made a lasting impression and will be sadly missed
Alison Falconer
September 12, 2012
Terri was my treasured friend and companion through twenty seven years of training and doctoring. Our paths were very different and still we spoke regularly (and met less than we wished) through the good and bad times. It was a huge privilege to know her. At hard times she has inspired me to go on, often by example, and my sympathies are with her family and those who love her. I hope that she continues to find joy as she did in life.
ann and allan cunningham
September 12, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Kezia Carter
September 11, 2012
Terri, we had such a great time when all NINE of us descended on you from London in 2007. So much so that I had to come back alone the next year! I have lovely memories of Margaritas and of course you instructing me in jewellery making : )
May you rest in peace.
With Love, Kezia
Terri and Nikki
Kezia
September 11, 2012
September 11, 2012
Dr. Terri Bunch had a very kind and generous heart. She will be missed. She will not be forgotten.
We thank you Dr. Bunch.
Eternal Rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her.
May Terri's soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed,
through the mercy of God rest in peace.
The Entire Staff of Pediatric Neurology Associates, PL
St. Petersburg, Florida
September 11, 2012
Terri, I know that you are watching over this troubled word and pray that we collectively heed the wisdom you lend.
Lori Dew
September 11, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. My daughter was a patient and I will always be grateful for the kindness Terri showed me at a most difficult time.
Ed Bunch
September 11, 2012
We were so fortunate to have met Terri for the first time completely by chance at Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge. What a wonderful, energetic and caring person she was. God Bless her for all those that she helped with her skill as a doctor, and may He keep her close to Him for eternity.
Lorraine, Paul and I will forever remember her, and offer our condolences to her family.
Peter Linecar
September 11, 2012
I worked with Guy in London for many years, and although I did not know Terri my thoughts are very much with Guy and the family at this very sad time.
Kathie
September 10, 2012
You always caused me to smile whenever I saw you. I feel grateful and honored that I met you. What a kind and beautiful soul you are. I was always happy to see you walk through the door because I knew I'd enjoy some laughs with you. I feel sad for all who will miss your presence, your warmth and your love. Rest in Peace Doctor Bunch. We will all miss you dearly.
Tina Vick
September 10, 2012
Terri,
You were an amazing woman and I will always cherish our times together. You will forever be an inspiration to me and I will never forget you my dear friend. I love you very much and I will miss you terribly.
Karen Hamel
September 10, 2012
dear Dr Bunch you were an amazing doctor and friend. you fought the good fight. i will never forget our special bond. you always made me smile. prayers for your family. peace be with you. Karen Hamel ( nurse at fl peds / neurolgy)
Carol Cobb
September 10, 2012
To the family, so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful person. I worked with her in her Savannah practice. Praying for all of you.
Kenneth Heilman
September 10, 2012
I have known Terri since she took her neurology training in our Department of Neurology at UF. From the very first time I worked with her it was apparent that in addition to being highly intelligent and very knowledgable, she had a deep empathy for her patients and took wonderful care of them. I was therefore disappointed when she decided to go to Georgia after she completed her training, but delighted when she returned. But she died. She was too young and still had so much to offer. Terrible travesity! While she is at peace, she will be missed!
Ken Leone
September 10, 2012
Terri was a remarkable person who will be missed terribly. My thoughts and prayers go out to all who loved her.
Karen Hamel
September 10, 2012
dear Dr bunch you were an amazing doctor and friend. you fought the good fight. i will never forget our special bond. you always made me smile. peace be with you. Karen Hamel ( nurse at fl peds )
Rosie and Paddy
September 10, 2012
Terri lived life to the full , had a successful life and career both in England and the USA ,and made a difference to so many lives, and fought courageously through her final illness. We met when she married my brother and she has been his loving companion on his adventure through life. They had a happy life in the states and my only regret is that they were so far away.
Stella Legarda
September 9, 2012
Dear Terri,
I will surely miss seeing you at the meetings… I shall always remember our animated conversations and the extensive sharing of our life stories. Your light will never dim, my dear friend and excellent colleague.
To all of your family, my deep condolences; and remember…
"yet near us still they love, and watch and know
we are the blind ones who no longer see
beloved forms come swiftly go
awaiting reunion in eternity."
Wishing us all that peace beyond all understanding.
Ruth Ryan
September 9, 2012
Terri, the world is a little less bright with your passing. You reached out a hand to us both professionally and in friendship that created a bond that can never be broken. You fought a valiant battle in your own indomitable way and now are at peace. We love you and will miss you.
Lisa Ribeiro
September 9, 2012
We met Dr. Bunch in 2010 in Gainesville Fl, and we loved her so much. She is the best Pediatric Neurologist we had here in Florida she will be missed by many and will never be forgotten.
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