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Karen Biddle Spainhour
May 30, 2010
To the Boone and Porter Family,
Terri was an outstanding person and I am grateful that I had the opportunity to know her and for us to be friends during our school days at Alamance and Southeast. It is with great sadness that I extend my deep and heartfelt sympathy to all of you.
May 29, 2010
To the Boone and Porter family
My children and I were very lucky to know Terri.
She always made us laugh. SHe was an inspriation to all who knew her.
I pray for her family everyday and I hope that they will find peace, comfort, and to carry on as strong, successful human beings just as she did.
Love Mary, Gabby and Hannah
North Potomac Maryland
Kelly Brown
May 26, 2010
To the Porter and Boone Family:
Although I was a bit younger than Teri, I do remember her from the old neighborhood on Youngs Mill Rd. I remember my older brothers, Kevin, Kris and Count would play basketball at the Boones house some afternoons and as I followed them over, Teri would often entertain Robin and I with the rest of the younger “brothers and sisters” from the neighborhood. I have only the fondest memories of Teri. I once had lunch with Teri and my mother at the Ciba-Geigy lunch room years ago and we had a terrific time together! Teri is one in a million. My memories of her kindness, beauty inside and out warm me at the news of her passing.
My family’s deepest sympathies to the entire Porter and Boone family. May you find comfort knowing that she is now resting in the arms of the Savior.
J. Kelly Brown and Family, Dacula, Georgia
Terry Clapp
May 25, 2010
Terri sat in front of me at Southeast Senior High in Mr. Driscoll's math class. I admired her sense of humor and outlook on life as well as a tremendous intellect. It has been a very long time as my career in the Air Force and subsequent work kept me away from most of the class reunions. I wish I had the opportunity to talk with her again. There are so many fond memories of the time spent at Southeast. She was and will always be a wonderful person.
Joy Green Thompson
May 25, 2010
Mrs. Boone, Kevin, Kelsey, Kevin Jr., Kaitlyn, Derrick and Robin,
To say "I'm so sorry" seems so inadequate. Even though Terri & I touched base briefly on too few occasions, it really hurts to know that she's gone AND that she battled cancer and I didn't even know it. It is good to know that she has enjoyed a full and wonderful life. Every time I think about her, I remember the songs she taught me -- "I Know a Weeny Man", "Plant a Watermelon" and "I'm a Nut in a Rut". We were together from 6th grade at Alamance through 12th grade at SE. I don't recall us ever arguing about anything. We were like "2 peas in a pod".
Terri, you are and will be greatly missed.
Love your old friend,
Michael Watson
May 24, 2010
It's been such a long, long time. My first memory of Terri is when I attended Southeast Guilford Junior H.S. as an 8th Grader. She was one class ahead of me. Even though we grew up in the same neighborhood, I didn't really have to opportunity to get to know Terri until then, because we attended different schools. I remember that very 1st day, sitting in the bleachers in the school gym, feeling lost/alone as one of the 'new' kids. Terri motioned for me to come sit with her and introduced me to her friends. We later became band mates in the H.S. marching & concert bands. I too remember riding the school bus with Terri (and Derrick), band class & trips, sayng 'Hi' in the hallways between classes (and sometines taking a few minutes to chat), Sunday afternoons playing tag football in the Boones' large back yard and Terri's smile. Terri was always smiling and laughing. The attribute, to me, which stands out above all others (brains, wit, popularity, beauty) in my memory was Terri's ability to make 'everyone' feel included in whatever activity she participated in. For the shy kid that I was back then, this was truly appreciated! On behalf of myself, and the Watson Family, I extend our Condolences to the Boone/Porter families in your loss. "May the Spirit of the LORD bless each of you, and keep you Strong, together as a Family and individually". 'Terri', your Daughter, Sister, Wife, Mother, Auntie, Soror, Friend was truly a class act.
Annette King Davis
May 23, 2010
I will cherish the fond memories that I have of Terri and the Boone family. Our families joined together on many occasions during my early childhood. Terri always let her light shine everywhere that she went. To the Boone/Porter families, May the Lord give you peace and comfort you always.
What A Beautiful Life - Rest in Peace Terri
Johnnie Mckoy
May 23, 2010
Johnnie Mckoy
May 23, 2010
Just thinking of you yesterday and God had a better plan for you. God brought u home to be an angel. You will be missed. My deepest sympathy to the Porter and Boone families. May God bless all of you.
Kim and Ellen Ward
May 22, 2010
Kelsey,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your mother. It was apparent to all that were ever in her presence that she was a kind, loving and devoted mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God blessyou.
Kim and Ellen Ward
Ellen and Kimberly Ward
Jocelyn Bonner
May 22, 2010
To Kevin, children, in-laws, extended family and friends and all touched by Terri's life, we offer sincere and heartfelt condolences. Peace be with you.
Jocelyn Bonner and James Grimm, Eugene,Oregon
Gaye Bigelow
May 22, 2010
It has been a lot of years but I can still recall Terri’s sparkling personality, caring nature and bright smile riding the school bus from Youngs Mill Rd. to Southeast. She was as beautiful on the inside as on the outside and an inspiration to all of the young ladies in the neighborhood. To the Porter and Boone families, my deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers are with you. “Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.”
Soror Jacqueline White
May 22, 2010
To the Boone/Porter families: I remember growing up in Providence & looking up to Terri & Robin because they were so smart & beautiful! May God continue to watch over you especially in this time of mourning! Terri was a beautiful woman that I will never 4get!
-Jacqueline D. White
Denée Fortune McKnight
May 22, 2010
To the Boone and Porter families,
I am so very sorry for your loss; my deepest condolences to you. I remember Terri as the beautiful, level headed, voice of reason and big sister to us all as we grew up around Youngs Mill road in Greensboro. So many of us moved and lost touch, but the memories flood in everytime I go home - good memories of hanging out in the neighborhood at the Boone's house and others. I wish I had known she was as close as Maryland. How blessed we all are to have known Terri ...
May God hold you all especially close in this time of sorrow.
May 22, 2010
Dear Mrs. Boone -- We send our deepest condolences and sympathy to you in the passing of Terri. Please know that you and your family are continuously in our prayers. God will sustain you as only He can do. God Bless You. Love always, Mrs. Eleanor Harris and Dr. Sandra (Jeanie) Harris -- Ann Arbor, Michigan
Caitlin Martin
May 21, 2010
To the Porter & Boone family,
I would like to express my deepest sadness and sympathy in the passing of Mrs. Porter.
Kelsey Porter was one of my closest friends in high school. Time spent with her and her family are some of the fondest memories I have, sitting around the dinner table as a family was a picture of perfection...with Mrs. Porter's cooking and lively, loving conversation. With that, I must say I am blessed to have had the opportunity of being in the presence of Mrs. Porter and to have experienced the love and warmth she gave. The Porters are a family full of love and happiness. My second home and family for most of my 11th grade year. My only regret is not spending more time with them. And I am deeply sorry for their loss.
All of my love.
Mike and Latrelle McAllister
May 21, 2010
To the Boone and Porter Families -
At times like this, it is hard to find the words to express the depth of our sorrow. Please know that we are praying for God to strengthen you and replace your grief with loving memories of Terri.
Bowonna Morgan-Smith
May 21, 2010
To the Boone and Porter Family,
My sincere condolences to all the family,friends and those who knew Terri, she was such a beautiful, sweet and kind person. May the Peace and grace of God give you comfort during this time,
Sincerely,
Soror Bowonna Morgan-Smith
Summerfield, North Carolina
Terresyna Sharpe
May 21, 2010
Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.
-Author Unknown
Barbara Harris
May 21, 2010
Maggie and Family,
Terri was a beautiful person with a kind spirit. We trust in the promise of seeing her again one day.
Psalm 55:22
Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you;he will never let the righteous fall.
Roy & Jermaine-Edmonds Hicks
May 21, 2010
To the Boone & Porter Family,
Terri was a beautiful person inside and out. She was a role model for all the young ladies that had the privilege of knowing her at Southeast High School.
We send our deepest condolences for your loss and we are praying for your strenght and peace at this difficult time.
Shelton & Dorothy Williams
May 21, 2010
To the Boone-Porter Family,
Terri displayed very advanced leadership skills when she was a student in my 5th grade class. Her enthusiasm for life was contagious. I was blessed to have loved her.
May you find peace in remembering the joy she brought to others.
With love and prayers.
LaMont & Cary Williams
May 21, 2010
To Maggie Boone and Family,
We send our sincerest condolences for your loss. Terri will be truely missed by all who knew and loved her.
May 21, 2010
I am so sorry for the Boone-Porter family. I know how much Terri loved her husband and children, and for that I pray God's blessings and comfort. Love, Richetta Moore
Ernestine Purnell
May 21, 2010
Maggie and family, You have my sincere condolences in your loss.
I remember Terri very well with her daddy when I was secretary to
Dean of Men -- Deans Gamble and Barber. She was a very sweet and
lovable little girl. May her memories be a blessing to you.
With love and blessings, Ernestine Kinsey Purnell
Brian and Janice McMasters
May 21, 2010
Terri was an inspiration to me. I will always remember her bright smile, hearty laugh, and fondness of my mother's macaroni and cheese. She inspired me to appreciate every day to the fullest, embrace life's possibilities and most of all cherish your loved ones.
To the Porter and Boone families, both kin and extended, I pray that God grants us all the serenity to accept that even though we loved Terri dearly - God loved her more, and now Heaven will be a bit more brighter with her presence.
Lita Cobb Hayman
May 21, 2010
To the Porter and Boone Family:
If love could have saved Terri, she would have lived forever.
She was a lot of things to many people and will be missed tremendously. Terri not only possessed physical beauty but was also beautiful on the inside. Words cannot properly describe her inner spirit. I remember her always smiling and making everyone around her feel comfortable.
I can clearly remember the very first time I spoke with Terri (cute little accent). It was when you two got engaged and you wanted me to get to know her. Terri and I must have talked for what seemed like hours. I felt like I had known her all my life. It just came so natural. That transferred over into the first meeting, when you two came to DC for a meeting and I met her for the first time. When you two finally moved to MD, Terri always went above and beyond to make me as well as my family feel very comfortable. I always enjoyed her company and am so grateful to have known her.
Terri was a very devoted wife, mother, and friend to many and I know she touched everyone she met.
In the quiet moments when the hurt is hard to bear, may love become your shelter and may the beauty of precious memories be your comfort and help you through this time.
We pray that the love of God enfolds you during your difficult times and helps you heal with the passage of time.
Lita and family
Beverly Hill-Murray
May 21, 2010
Terrisita was one of my younger cousins and she never failed to amuse and delight me. I was always, always happy to be in her company and I will miss her tremendously. Terri was a bright and funny little girl and she kept those qualities as an adult. She was a character who inherited her father's story telling abilities. Terri was so pretty, but never seemed to notice how pretty she was, and like her mother, she never seemed to age. When she was with her son and daughters, she looked more like the nanny than the mother of these three almost grown children. Wrapped up in the small package that she was, Terri was an absolute treasure, a gift to our entire family. I grieve with the rest of the family, but I chose to focus on my gratitude for the times shared with Terrisita; thanking God for her presence in our lives. My thoughts and prayers go out to Kevin, Sr., the children, Aunt Maggie, Derrick, Robin and Terri's niece and nephews. Be comforted in the promise of eternal life and know that you will be with Terri again.
Shea Saunders
May 21, 2010
Dear Porter&Boone Family,
Right now,when your loss is so fresh,it may be difficult for you to imagine that this pain will ever go away.But in time,the blessing of God's unfailing grace will soften the hurt that you're feeling and bring your heart the peace,comfort,and hope that it needs to heal.Until then please remember there's a circle of friends surrounding you.
Shea Saunders,Hayes Combo,Greg Highsmith,Glenda Brown,Chauncey&Anita Callaway,Mike Watts,Carol Mack
R. Chris Lee & Family
May 21, 2010
To the Boone and Porter Family,
I have known Terrisita, Derrick and Robin , Mr. and Mrs Boone all of my life, Terrisita had a personality bigger than life. We all know that and God knew it too. He needed her to help him brighten up the atmosphere in heaven and paradise. To the Porter Family I will pray for your healing of such a great loss, but God will see you through this ordeal , no matter how alone and tough it may be on you human spirit, so hang in there. Our Prayers and Condolences are with all of Terrisita's family.
R. Chris Lee and Family(Greensboro, NC)
Karen King
May 21, 2010
I was very saddened to hear of Terri's passing. I'll miss her upbeat attitude and sense of humor. She truly was an amazing woman and a special cousin. She will be dearly missed.
Karen Shoffner Shue
May 21, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family. I will always remember how kind and sweet Terrisita was in High School. May God give each the strength needed for the days ahead.
Hawthorne Proctor
May 21, 2010
Tricia and I want to offer our sincerest condolences and we wish you God's speed due to the loss of our cousin and your dear loved one!
We will keep you in our thoughts and pravers
Peet Proctor & Tricia Boone-Proctor
Ursula Dudley Oglesby
May 21, 2010
Dear Porter & Boone Family,
I will miss Terri in so many ways. Growing up next door to the entire Boone family gives me pleasant memories that I will always hold on to especially the kindness and hospitality of everyone. I'll never forget coming over for muscadine grapes on the vine. Please know that Terri holds a special place in my heart. May you find peace in this difficult time.
Henry and Shirley Frye
May 20, 2010
The Boone and Porter Family have our deepest sympathy. We don't always understand why, but God has a place and time for each of us. We are sure that she is with our Most Supreme Being. We loved her much and will miss her beautiful smile and boundless energy.
Helen Avery Russell
May 20, 2010
To the Boone and Proter families, may I extend my deepest sympathy to you on the passing of Terri. We grew up in Providence Church together where we shared many wonderful memories. She was a very kind and sweet person who will be missed. May God bless and confort you as you remember her.
May 20, 2010
May God Bless the family,loved ones and friends of my soror and line sister, Terrisita Boone! May God grant you the strength to do everything that you have to do. God continues to answer prayers. Keep the faith and no that God will never leave you, or forsake you. He is with you always.
Soror Belinda Bennett Smith
Darlene Staton
May 20, 2010
Terri and I go back to Charles Moore Elementary, when we used to walk back and forth to school, and then play at A&T in front of Cooper Hall on Laurel Street. We were in mostly every grade together, and then at Bluford. To Derrick, Robin, Mrs. Boone, and the entire family, my condolences.
May 20, 2010
To The Porter and Boone Family
I was very sorry to hear of Terrisita's death.. May God bless the family and comfort them.
My deepest sympathy,
Ruth Coble, Greensboro, N.C.
Cathy Oakley
May 20, 2010
I remember Terrisita from elementary school. I've always had fond memories of her. I lost touch after that but always remembered her and Derrick both from back then. I'm sadden to know that I will never get to see her again. Her spirit and hope will live on through her children and the many people's lives she has touched. May God bless the family and comfort them.
JERRY E. MARTIN II
May 20, 2010
I would like to extend my deepest condolences to family members of Terri. Without question, Terri was a special jewel .The comments exemplify the wonderful life of Terri. May God comfort ALL as you continue in life until you meet your Terri in the heavenly realm.
Jenifer Hentrel
May 20, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Terri was such a wonderful person, with a warm personality and made everyone feel welcome.
Jenifer Hentrel & Family!
Rev. Dr, Carl L. Manuel, Jr.
May 20, 2010
To the Porter and Boone families,
I was sad to hear the news of my friend classmate from Southeast High School Terri Boone. I will missed her smile and her love she gave to the Southeast family and to the city of Greensboro. I must say we had some good times back in day attending social and other events given by Guy and Dolls and Jack and Jill in Greensboro. I remember Terri as the head cheerleader at Southeast, honor student and school queen. Terri was a young lady who was deeply loved by parents and family but never took advantage of that love.
I know that she was a child of God and he has a angel in heaven with him. Rest in peace Terri and one day I hope to meet again.
To the family and my friends Maggie, Robin and frat brother Derrick
EARTH HAS NO SORROW THAT HEAVEN CANNOT HEAL
The Reverend Doctor Carl L. Manuel, Jr.
Sharon Saunders
May 20, 2010
My deepest sympathy to Terri's family. We were at Southest High school at the same time. Grew up on Youngs Mill Road. Lost touch years ago..My heart goes out to you. Sharon M Saunders (Greensboro, NC)
Robin Davis Whitaker
May 20, 2010
To the Porter and Boone Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of lost. I knew Terri growing up on Youngs Mill Road and even though years and miles seperate, there is still a special place for yesteryears! I pray God's comfort and blessings as we celebrate a homegoing for Terri.
Toi Wilson
May 20, 2010
I always knew Terri as Robin's beautiful big sister. As a kid, I would go over to the Boone's house to play with Robin and Terri was always so nice to me. Terri lived a full life and she will be missed. I know she is in a better place now. May God be with her family during this difficult time.
Bruce Neal
May 20, 2010
Terri and I worked together at CIBA-Geigy and were great friends. I clearly recall our conversations about her family whom she loved dearly. Terri made everyones life brighter.
Keith McMasters
May 20, 2010
Thank you Terri for being such a wonderful person.Your legacy will go on forever.You have touched so many lives in a positve manner. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Porter and Boone families.
Keith McMasters Sr.
Anna Maria Bowling
May 20, 2010
I remember Terrisita as a sweet and charming little girl when I worked on a special project with her while at A&T .She grew up into a very special lady that will always be cherished. May all of her family be comforted by the prayers ,love,and warm thoughts of those who care.
Love Anna Maria & AJ
Marvin Ingram
May 19, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the Porter and Boone family. Terri will be greatly missed.
May 19, 2010
To the Porter Family & Friends
May you find comfort and inner peace at this time of grief. At 1 Peter 5:7 God said: "Throw all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you." I know that this is a very difficult time and that Terrisita will be greatly missed, but if you have faith in God, he can give you the strength to endure.
Sincere Sympathy
Robert Lima
May 19, 2010
My condolences go out to the Porter and Boone families.
Derrick Boone
May 19, 2010
Terri was a great sister, and an incredible wife and mother. I'll miss her greatly.
Walt Anderson
May 19, 2010
I would like to express my deepest condolences on the loss of Terri. She was one of the first friendly faces I saw when I started work back in 1980 and was always a bright spot through the years. I know she was a wonderful wife and mother and leaves you with many wonderful memories.
Pamela Lambert
May 19, 2010
Beautiful inside and out - I always admired Terri. Mom and I extend our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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