Deborah K. Terry, known as Bolo, was born August 15, 1948, in Norfolk, VA to the late John D. Terry and Dora Ethel Terry. She was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School and Tidewater Community College (TCC), where she earned a certificate in Bookkeeping.
Deborah worked as a cook and staff trainer at Hardees for 15 years. She is predeceased by her father, John David Terry; her mother, Dora Ethel Terry; her sister, Jeanne Christine Ricks; and her brother, David Harvey Terry.
She leaves to cherish her memory two sons, John David Terry (spouse, Barbara Terry) and Melvin Lee Terry (spouse, Carisal Cole); and one daughter, Tonja Marie Terry (spouse, John T. Moore). She also leaves behind her life partner, Douglas Whitehurst; sister, Ethel Mitchell (spouse, Lendell Rodgers); and brother, William Terry; two grandsons, Amiel Terry and Javontae Moore as well as a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, beloved extended family, and friends, who cherished all 26,639 days we had her with us.
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Cousin Betty says
August 11, 2021 at 10:46 amDear Family
It is my prayer that God will grant you the peace and strength you need during this most difficult time. Just know that Bolo is at peace and resting in the arms of Jesus. I love you all!
Alethia Speller says
August 12, 2021 at 12:55 pmWishing you peace to bring comfort, the courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Today and always, may fond memories bring you peace, support, and strength. With our love and deepest sympathy as we remember Deborah Terry!
To the family,
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” … “He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.
Love ya!
Alethia Parson Speller & Family
Joseph “ Doc “ Turner says
August 12, 2021 at 4:26 pmTo the Terry family I would like to express my sincere condolences. I will always be a part of this family, my 2nd is her nephew Terrence Mitchell. It was a pleasure sharing our generation with you. You will be missed for a long time ahead of the future. Family my prayers goes out to each & everyone of you. May soul Rest In Peace!
John Moore says
August 12, 2021 at 5:36 pmTonja and John, you are in our thoughts and prayers
John and Linda Moore
Bonita Mayfield says
August 12, 2021 at 10:00 pmI pray for strength, understanding, comfort and peace during this difficult time. We lived next door to the Terrys for years and we are family. Love you all!
Ronald Green says
August 13, 2021 at 5:33 pmI want to give my heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of Deborah.