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Terry Bozeman Obituary

A native of Baton Rouge, he died Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009, at his son's home in Pine Grove of ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease.) He was 63 and a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard Reserves. Visiting at Jefferson Baptist Church on Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 10 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by Dr. Tommy French Jr. Interment in Greenoaks Memorial Park. Survived by a daughter, Kelly Bozeman Scott and husband Steven Scott; a son, Terry Lee Bozeman II and wife Korri Bozeman; a brother, Toliver Lewis Bozeman III; and six grandchildren, Terry, Korlee and Torri Bozeman, all of Pine Grove, and Joey, Presleigh and Peyton, all of Deer Lodge, Tenn. Preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Poor Bozeman; infant daughter, Lindsay Gail Bozeman; father, Toliver Lewis Bozeman Jr.; and mother, Beatrice Bennett Bozeman. Terry mastered many musical instruments and was loved in the many churches and groups that he performed with and ministered to. Besides operating TLB Christian Music Ministries, he was an inductee into the Traditional Country Music Hall of Fame and a 1999 Axiem Award winner for songwriting. He was a charter member and the first organist at Jefferson Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the ALS Association, P.O. Box 66824, Baton Rouge, LA 70896, (225) 343-9880. Arrangements by Church Funeral Services, St. Amant, (225) 644-9683.

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Published by The Advocate from Oct. 26 to Oct. 27, 2009.

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Steve Koontz

June 14, 2013

I am totally shocked to se that Terry has passed pn to the phase of his journey. I talk about him all the time becausayed music with the group age 35 to 40. We had the greatest time. I'm in shock to know I will never see him again to discuss the music we played. this a very sad moment for me

Steve & Cheryl

Steve Koontz

June 14, 2013

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Bill Helms

November 24, 2009

To The Bozeman Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Terry and I went to school and church together. I remember playing football at his home sunday afternoons. His mom and dad were such a gracious couple. Terry was a great guy and always fun to be around. I feel a deep sadness at his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Charlotte Harelson

November 3, 2009

Dear Lee and Kelly,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. I used to babysit you two. I lived around the block on Hill Drive.... back when you lived on Field Drive and Kelly was the model for the "Kute Kids" Clothing Store and Lee was about 6 always wearing a holster and toy gun.

I have lost both of my parents too, so my thoughts and prayers are with you, and I commend you Lee, for having your Dad live with you in his last days!

Love, Charlotte Richmond Harelson

Susan Walton

October 31, 2009

There are no adequate words to express the sorrow of the passing of such a talented man. I was best friends with Pat in high school and my memories of Terry and his family are all good. I went to a couple of his gigs in the early years and it was great fun. When Terry came to the WHS get together last year, everyone knew him right away. He hadn't changed a bit! Lynn and I are so sorry for your loss.

Susan Richardson Walton

Jane & John Wallace

October 29, 2009

We are terribly sorry about Terry's passing. I signed the guest book yesterday not realizing that Pat also passed away. My husband, John, and I were friends with Terry and Pat many years ago - pre-kids. John played the bass in one of the many bands they were in together. And, John stayed with Terry and his mom and dad one summer before we got married. They were all such nice, nice people. Our sympathy to you all.

October 28, 2009

TO THE BOZEMAN FAMILY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.

Susie Labry

October 28, 2009

I used to enjoy listening to him play piano at the Westmoreland Piccadilly on Government Street every day. He was great and I enjoyed these days listening to his piano. Susie Labry

Jennifer Richardson Greaud

October 28, 2009

To the children and family of Terry. I knew Pat and Terry well and they both are sorely missed by all of us who were blessed with their presence in our lives.

John Hogg

October 27, 2009

Kelly and Lee-We are all going to miss your Dad. I so enjoyed playing music with him all those years...he was truly a musical talet gifted by God!

Marc Miller

October 27, 2009

Lee and Kelly, sorry to see this. I remember him well from when I used to go to your house as a kid. I always liked going over there because he was so into music which had always interested me.

Marie Williams

October 27, 2009

Lee so sorry about your dad. Wanted you to know that Kern, Stephanie, & kids, Pierre and his family and I are thinking about you. Know that he is safely home at last. Sorry I won't be able to attend I've been sick and don't want to expose anyone else. Love Marie

Derek Phillips

October 27, 2009

To the Bozeman Family,

Terry was a good friend of mine growing up and attending Woodlawn, he was a super person, the best of everything. I'm so sorry to hear abot his loss. God bless your family.

October 26, 2009

May God wrap His loving arms around Terry's family. Blessings, Genelle Whitaker Kora

Kathy Dyson

October 26, 2009

Kelly and Lee,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad, I can only imagine how wonderful his reunion with Pat was. He was so talented and loved the Lord so much. Please know you and your families are in our prayers and if you need anything, our homes are open to you. Ashley and I will be there tomorrow.

October 26, 2009

Lee and Kelly

My prayers are with you. I knew both your parents - we all went to Woodlawn together. They were both wonderful people. What blessed children you are!

Kathleen Rolston Robbins

Linda Bozeman-Dunn

October 26, 2009

To all of Terry and Pat's children. I am so sorry to hear of your father's death. I didn't know he was ill. I went to school with both of them but Terry was my cousin. They were both such wonderful people.

Debbie Thornton

October 26, 2009

Lee and Korri-As your neighbors, we came to know Mr. Terry only briefly, but enjoyed his quick wit and sense of humor. He was a very sweet man and will be missed!
Love,
Debbie and DeWayne Thornton

D'Anna Macaluso

October 26, 2009

Lee & Kelly- Our prayers and love go out to you . Love Dee Dee, David & Carlee.

B.J. Dearing

October 26, 2009

Terry was a wonderful Christian man. I know he is now in the presence of the Lord, along with Pat. Pat and Terry had a lot to do with my finding my way to a saving knowledge of the Lord. My journey began back in 1977 when they invited me to Jefferson Baptist Church. They were an inspiration to me of what a Christian marriage and family should be.
I'm sorry to say that I didn't know Terry was ill with ALS....my own father had the same disease. I also didn't know he was staying with Lee in Pine Grove. I've passed through that little town several times on my way back and forth to Mississippi in the past few weeks. I sure would have stopped for a visit if I would have known I was so close.
God bless you and keep you Lee and Kelly, and the precious grandchildren. I hope to see you tomorrow at the church.
Love y'all... Ms. B.J. Dearing

Kim Arceneaux

October 26, 2009

Dear Lee & Kellie,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of you father. I pray God can comfort you both during this time of sorrow. Now your dad is free from pain and walking on streets of gold with the love of his life.
With deepest sympathy,
Kim Lehr Arceneaux

Terri J Easterly

October 26, 2009

To Terry's Family,
I knew Terry from James Madison High School. He was loved by all that knew him. I'm sorry we didn't keep intouch with him. I know I can say for all the JMHS people, that we send our prayers and love.
Terri Jo Easterly.

October 26, 2009

Lee and Kelly, your dad was such a beloved member of our alum group, he will be greatly missed. We all have such fond memories of our high school days with him and your mother. It is with deep affection that we send our condolences. WHS Alumni Group

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