Jock Gregory Terry

JOCK GREGORY TERRY, 59 NeuralTrade.com LAKELAND - Mr. Jock Gregory Terry, age 59, of Lakeland, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on April 17, 2007 from ALS. Jock was a devoted husband, father, son, brother and friend. Born a sixth generation Orlandoan, Jock was raised on the family's Magnolia Ranch in southeast Orange County. He graduated from Boone High School in 1966 and then received a degree from the University of Florida in 1970. He was an avid golfer and humanitarian, championing causes that cared for those in need. "Jock was a loyal Gator fan, true friend and a great competitor on the golf course," remarked long-time friend and golfer Andy Bean, "His life was an example we should all emulate." He will be remembered for his wit and humor and for his contributions to the community and his church. Though suffering with ALS for over three years, he vowed to make a difference in peoples lives. With a caring heart and a listening ear, he was always willing to help others - an inspiration to many and a friend to all. Dennis Harrison, leader of the Men's Ministry of Victory Church notes, "Jock exemplified and lived the life God would want us all to live." In Orlando, Jock is remembered as the co-founder and founding president of Big Brothers of Central Florida. In Lakeland, during his battle with ALS, he lent his name and energies to The Jock Terry Community Golf Classic benefiting several local charities. Professionally, he was the founder and president of NeuralTrade.com. He is survived by his loving wife, Faith Terry, his two devoted daughters, Amber and Amanda Terry, his mother, Netsy Butt Terry, and father, George A. and wife, Charlene Terry, stepmother, Proc Garner, and brothers and sisters; Twinkle Terry Tindall and husband, John, Niki Terry Murvin and husband, Chris, George Terry III, and Mark Terry and wife, Jane, brother-in-law Frank Cain, mother in-law, Sally Bartmann, brother-in-law, Bryan and wife Terri Bartmann, brother-in-law, John Bartmann, sister, Martha and husband Carlos, brother, Jeff and wife Donna, 20 nieces and nephews, and five grand nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Jock Garner and sister, Nuchi Cain. The visitation will be Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Victory Church. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, 10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment will follow in Serenity Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, it is requested donations be directed to Good Shepherd Hospice or ALS Foundation.