Terry Dean Austin

Terry Dean Austin obituary

Terry Dean Austin

Upcoming Events

Oct

25

Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m.

Gilbert Memorial Park

2100 East Queen Creek Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85297

Terry Austin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gilbert Memorial Park & Funeral Home on Sep. 24, 2025.

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Terry Dean Austin, 51, of Gilbert AZ, who passed away peacefully on 09/14/2025 surrounded by family.

Terry was born in East St Louis on 08/28/1974. Growing up with his father in the military, they lived in Germany from 1987-1992, where he graduated from Augsburg American High School. He then moved to Sioux Falls, SD where he attended USF and played football.

In 2006, he began his 19-year career with Wells Fargo, where he excelled by managing many team members. August 29 th, 2006, he married the love of his life, Jenny Quincey and they had two beautiful children together, Ayanna (17) & Jalen (13).

Terry lived a life full of love, laughter, and kindness. He will be remembered for his devotion to his wife and children, hosting family get togethers, coaching girls Flag football, the occasional cigar & Jameson while watching his 49ers football and always attending his kid's sporting events.

A celebration of life will be held at 1pm on Sat., Oct. 25,2025 at Gilbert Memorial Park, 2100 East Queen Creek Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85297. Family, friends and coworkers are invited to attend and share memories.

Terry will be deeply missed but forever remembered in our hearts.

Terry is survived by his wife, Jennifer Austin and their 2 children, Ayanna & Jalen along with Tre Kerns and Daimytryeh Nelson; Mother Melody Austin Ivy, Father Raymond Ivy, Terry Hill, Brother Ramond ( Charlise) Ivy, Grandmother Lucy Austin, Godmother Dorthybell Fuller, grandkids, In-laws, many nieces, nephews, Aunties, Uncles and Cousins.
Gilbert Memorial Park & Funeral Home

2100 E Queen Creek Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85297

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Upcoming Events

Oct

25

Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m.

Gilbert Memorial Park

2100 East Queen Creek Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85297