Terry Richard McDaniel

Terry Richard McDaniel obituary

Terry Richard McDaniel

Terry McDaniel Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Flanigan Funeral Home & Crematory on Mar. 6, 2026.
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Terry Richard McDaniel on March 4, 2026, at the age of 69. Terry was born and raised in Buford, Georgia, and lived a life marked by compassion, caring, and deep devotion to his family. Terry was a proud graduate of North Gwinnett High School.

Terry was the proud and loving brother of 6 sisters and 1 brother. He was also a cherished uncle to a large group of nieces and nephews. Terry shared a close bond with his sisters, who stood by him through every chapter of life.

Terry touched the lives of everyone who had the pleasure of meeting him. His sense of humor and generous spirit will be remembered forever. He leaves behind a legacy of love and compassion that lives on in all of us.

Private services to honor Terry's life will be held for the family at graveside in the coming days, we will update as the date becomes available.

Terry was Preceded in Death by:

His loving parents Garvin and Evelyn Lyles McDaniel of Buford, GA

Siblings:

• Barbara Kenimer (Don)

• Charles McDaniel

• Bettie Martin (Gold)

• Patsy Martin (Gene)

• Joan Costley (Trent)

Survived by:

Siblings:

• Rita Moore (Bobby-Deceased)

• Pam Pargoff (David)

Special family relationships (these are who made themselves available to Terry when he needed them)

Wendell Holtzclaw (Julie)

Bobbie (Sissy) Moore

Patrick Moore (Heather)

Christy Sweatman (Stacy)

There are many other nieces and nephews, too long to list, that Terry loved deeply and cared for. I would be remiss not to mention the several dogs (and1of the cats) that he loved.

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