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Dorothy Terrell Obituary
DOROTHY MAE "DOTTIE" TERRELL, 88, of Montgomery, West Virginia, got her two wings, white robe, and heavenly crown Wednesday morning, May 7, 2025. She fought the good fight, she finished the race, and, through it all, kept the faith. Dottie has gone up the rough side of the mountain and has done her best to make it into the Kingdom of God.
Dottie was born to Clifford and Rosetta Scott Smith on June 6, 1936, in Eagle, WV. She attended Simmons High School and was one of their high-stepping majorettes. Dottie loved to dance, and she loved to sing; but most of all, she loved her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She was a sharp dresser and was beautiful inside and out. Dottie retired from Montgomery General Hospital after 35 years of service. She was a long-time member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church, where she was the church Mother, served as member of the choir, usher board, and was president of the Mission Society.
Dottie was a former member of the Eastern Stars and Montgomery Women's Club. Before her own health challenges, she volunteered at local nursing homes and provided emotional and spiritual support to those experiencing medical crisis. She was the best mother a child could ever have, and she is truly missed.
Dottie was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence E. Terrell, Sr., parents, Clifford and Rosetta Smith, grandsons, Donovan Taylor and Baby Terrell, and son-in-law, Gerald Taylor, Sr.
Dottie is survived by her daughters, Beverly Irving (Raleigh), Institute, WV, Pamela Barron (Raymond), Montgomery, WV, Robin McDaniel (Kevin), Pratt, WV, sons, Carl "Bo" Terrell, Sr. (Ruthie), Clarence "Toby" Terrell (Lynette), and Clifford Terrell, all of Charleston, WV, grandchildren, Gerald Taylor, Jr., Veronica Baldwin (Senica), Julian Irving (Jade), Anthony Terrell (Amy), Amy Rogers (Bishop Kendrick), Raymond Barron, Jr., Jared McDaniel, Dr. Kendalyn McDaniel, Carl "CJ" Terrell, Jr. (Ria), Bryan Terrell, Philip McLean, Qianna Foster, Bria Terrell, Isaiah Terrell, Alex Eiben, 19 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren, brothers-in-law, Lawrence Terrell, Rodney Terrell (Hannah), and Sam Austin, and a host of nieces, nephews, special sisters in love, Lorna, Lavonia, April, and Watrena Terrell.
Celebration of Life services will be Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at St. John Missionary Baptist Church, 141 Morris Dr., Montgomery, with Pastor Alphonso Douglas Mullins officiating. Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Interment at Kanawha Valley Memorial Gardens, Glasgow.
Callender Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at callenderfuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. John Mission Society in memory of Dorothy "Dottie" Terrell.
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Jeffery Pattersson
May 13, 2025
I was saddened to learn of Aunt Dottie's passing. My deepest condolences to my cousins. Sending my love and prayers to you all, my you find comfort in the love and support of those around you and our Lord and Savoir. Your cousin Jeffery Patterson
Joyce Rouse
May 13, 2025
I am so glad I got to know her while I worked at hospital. A very kind , and beautiful lady that I´ll always remember. So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all the family .
Vernon Bailey
May 13, 2025
Dottie was one of the sweetest ladies I ever met. I loved working with her at Montgomery General. I knew she was always praying for me. I love Dottie. Great lady of God. Great family all of her family is great to me.
April Terrell
May 12, 2025
Dottie, will truly be missed. I loved taking to her and hearing her laugh. She was a good sister-in-law and friend. Sending prayers and love to the family. Love Aunt April
David B. and Kathy Hollingsworth
May 10, 2025
The past 11 months, my wife Kathy and I volunteered at Harmony of Southridge Memory Care unit and had the distinct pleasure of knowing Dottie and hearing her sing those beautiful gospel songs! We loved Dottie and surely miss her. God be with her.
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