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Terri Alford Obituary

We were truly in the presence of an Angel. Terri Alford was and still IS "Triple A All Day" in her words, Awesome As Always! Terri was born August 17, 1960 to Mattie George Alford and Jesse Perry in Sipsey Al. She was baptized at Shady Grove Baptist Church. She was a natural athlete participating in softball, cheerleading, and gymnastics. She was called home on June 14 2025 at the age of 64. Terri was preceded in death by her lovely mother Mattie, her beautiful sister Cheryl Gordon, nephews Jonathon Lynn Alford, Kionte Harris, niece Mecenda Mazone, and children Douglas, Ter'rina and Her'rina. Terri leaves to cherish her memory, her sister Renee (Harold) Alford of Fort Wayne, brother George (Kennetha) Alford of Sipsey AL., her daughters Vernesha Alford, Lakeasha (Cantrell) Jones, both of Fort Wayne, April Alford, Danika Alford, Brittany Alford, Ashada Alford, all of Louisville KY, son Chris Potter of Fort Wayne, and favorite niece, Connie Alford of Fort Wayne. Terri had 7 grandsons and 7 granddaughters and one great-granddaughter that all lovingly called her "Granny". Terri also leaves in memory a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, loved ones, and friends. To send flowers to the family, please visit our floral store.

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Published by WFFT-TV 55 News on Jun. 12, 2025.

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Tyler Alford

July 6, 2025

This is her granddaughter she was the only granny in my life

Joann Howard

June 12, 2025

My Condolences To Your Family.I met Terri By way Of Her Sister Rena What a beautiful woman!Laughing,Praying For Your Family

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1338 Eliza Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46803

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30

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11:00 a.m.

Nelson Memorial Gardens, Inc.

1338 Eliza Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46803

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