Edwin Wayne Terry Roanoke Obituary

Edwin Wayne Terry

<p>Edwin Wayne Terry, 73, widower of Dona Mills Terry, to whom he was married for 52 years, died Saturday, September 5, 2020 at a local hospital. He was born in Roanoke and was the son of the late Kermit E. Terry and the late Ruth Carrie Cummings.</p><p><br></p><p>Ed worked for many years as a communications technician and was a veteran of the Army Reserves. He was a master woodworker who could create amazing art. He had a love for carving, gardening and animals of all kinds.</p><p><br></p><p>He will be remembered and missed by his daughters and their spouses, Heather Clary (Alexander “Smitty”), Kristi Zerull (Michael), and Kimberly Lane (Keith); grandchildren, Callie, Cameron, Gavin, and Trevin; as well as numerous friends.</p><p><br></p><p>In honoring Ed’s wishes there will be no services held for the public.</p><p><br></p><p>You may honor Ed’s life by making a donation to the Roanoke Valley SPCA, 1340 Baldwin Ave NE, Roanoke, VA 24012 or to the animal rescue or your choice.</p><p><br></p><p>Online condolences may be sent to www.simpsonfuneral.com</p><p><br></p><p>Simpson Funeral Home &amp; Crematory is serving the family.</p>
November 28, 1946 - September 5, 202011/28/194609/05/2020
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Phil Peters
September 15, 2020
Heather, Kristi & Kimberly, I was sorry to hear of the recent passing of your Mom Bonnie and now your Dad Ed. I know you will miss them both. I'm a son of your aunt, Frances Naff Peters.

All the best to you and families during this period of grief. Regards, Phil Pet...
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