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Terry Hales Obituary
December 14, 1946 - April 9, 2023
Mr. Terry Lee Hales, Col., USA, Ret. 76, of Advance, passed away surrounded by family on Sunday, April 9, 2023. He was born in Washington, North Carolina on December 14, 1946, to the late Brooks and Bessie Hales. He married Mary Helen Moore on December 16, 1966, with whom he celebrated 56 years in 2022. Together they had three children. Colonel Hales was also a proud veteran in the US Army and retired as a full bird colonel after 30 years with his service including two tours in Vietnam. A decorated military leader, he had the respect of many around him. After serving on active duty, he taught ROTC at Oak Ridge Military Academy, RJ Reynolds High School and Davie High School for over 20 years, teaching students the value of respect, loyalty and duty to country. He served these same students both inside and outside of the classroom. Above all, Colonel Hales was a child of God. The family counts it a joy that he met his risen Savior for eternity on Easter Sunday.
Preceding him in death are his parents; sister (Edna Blackwelder) and brother (Dalton Hales). Surviving is his wife, Mary Helen; his brothers, Bill of Goldsboro and Tommy of Greenville; his daughter, Sarah of Charlotte; son, Terry, Jr. (Beth) of Clemmons; and Camilla (Chad) of Advance; 10 grandchildren: Chelsea, Allie (Matthew), Kinley (Jared), Hope, Colby, Emma, Chloe, Melyn, Carter, and Tate. Colonel Hales was a proud father and grandfather, always reminding his family that he loved them no matter what and would do and sacrifice anything for them. He will be incredibly missed by those who knew and loved him, but we are rejoicing that he is with his Savior.
A memorial service will be conducted in his honor at 5 p.m. on Friday, April 14, 2023, at Hayworth-Miller Kinderton Chapel in Advance. The family will receive friends following the service at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.hayworth-miller.com [hayworth-miller.com].
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Bradley Key
April 25, 2024
Col. Hales was my JROTC instructor in high school for the 07-09 school years. He was a great man and I am deeply saddened by his loss. His leadership inspired me to serve 12 years in the military (USAF). If any family would like to contact me I would love to remember his legacy by making him a profile on togetherweserved.com! Feel free to reach out [email protected]
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