Dale Terry

DALE TERRY IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Dale Ernest Terry, 64, of Idaho Falls and Gilbert, Arizona, passed away August 31, 2005, at the home of his daughter in Idaho Falls. He was under the care of Aspen Home Health & Hospice. He was born April 15, 1941, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Ernest Parley Terry and Bernice White Siepert Terry. He grew up and attended schools in Idaho Falls, graduating from Idaho Falls High School. He married Gayle Rae DaBell April 28, 1960, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. They made their home in Idaho Falls, where he worked at J & R Plumbing & Heating. He later owned and operated Terry Plumbing & Heating until his retirement. Following his retirement, they moved to Gilbert, Arizona, where he has lived until returning to Idaho Falls because of his illness. Dale was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served as Executive Secretary, Elders Quorums Secretary, in the Young Men Presidency, and as a temple worker for 16 years. He was a member of the Bonneville County Planning & Zoning Board. He loved riding motorcycles, running a motorcycle race track, sports, and his grandchildren. Surviving are: His Wife: Gayle Rae Terry of Gilbert, AZ Daughter: Kathryn (Terry) McNamara of Iona, ID Son: Michael Dale (Sandy) Terry of Chandler, AZ Daughter: Christine (Michael) Taggart of Gilbert, AZ Son: Todd Alan (Mindy) Terry of Mesa, AZ Brother: Lynn Terry of Boise, ID Sister: Evelyn (Larry) Miller of Idaho Falls, ID Sister: Sharon (Ken) Alberts of Idaho Falls, ID Sister: Wanda Aber of Idaho Falls, ID 13 Grandchildren & 2 Great Grandchildren He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother-in-law, Eugene Aber, and a sister-in-law, Mim Terry. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 6, 2005, at the Idaho Falls LDS Brentwood Ward, 2040 Brentwood Drive, with John Nielsen, a former Bishop of the Brentwood Ward, officiating. The family will visit with friends Monday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, and Tuesday for one hour prior to the services at the church. Burial will be in the Fielding Memorial Park under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. ____________________________________________________________ Condolences sent: Bill and Crystal Williams (billwil@hotmail.com) We wanted to send our condolences. We are thinking of you during this difficult time and are sorry for your loss. The Williams' Wayne Gruninger (gruningerw@cox.net) The thoughts and prayers of your ward family are with you. More importantly your Heavenly Father loves you and is mindful of you. Trust Him.. . Todd Wood (toddwoodaz@aol.com) Dear Sister Terry, I was startled today when they announced the passing of Dale. It seems like just a couple of weeks ago the two of you were in Sacrament meeting. I will miss talking to Dale. I am so thankful to have known this sweet man. I have very fond memories of coming to your apartment and administering to both you and Dale. It has been such a blessing in my life to be your friend. Gayle, you are a strong women. You have endured many trials. You have a strong testimony of Jesus Christ and His church. You are in our prayers during this time. We are praying for you and your family everyday. I pray the Lord's spirit will comfort you and you will find the great joy in knowing of your eternal future. God Bless. When I see you next time, a big hug is waiting for you. All our love. Todd and Andrea Wood Family Donna and Lionel Benson (vbenson@hotmail.com) Dear Gayle: It is with love and compassion at this time that we remember both you and Dale. We were saddened to hear of his passing. We know he has suffered long with his faithful partner at his side. Indeed this has been a long and tiring illness. We are happy that he has his release. Dale's passing will give meaning the the scripture, "Oh, death where is thy sting, Oh, grave where is thy victory." We know that death can be sweet. We were born to die - it is part of the celestial plan. We know that Dale has his freedom, no longer engangled with his mortal remains. He is at this time enjoying a reunion many loved ones past. He is learning much. He is indeed born again into the light of the eternal realm. Life is much like the passing of a great ship. We stand at the port of debarkation and say, "There she goes." The ship slips quietly into the sunset until she disappears over the horizon. Another standing at the port of destination announces, "There she comes." Yes, Dale has gone before to blaze the trail we all must eventually follow. We're sure one of his prime concerns was for your care in his absence. We know you both love your family and we hope you have a big circle of family for love and support. Please know that you have ours. EMERALD BAY WARD FAMILY who love and support you. We are saddened that we will not be in Idaho on Tuesday. Donna is flying to California tomorrow to be with a daughter who lost a full-term stillborn in April 2004 and just recently miscarried for the third time. Yes, trials come. However, we were assured in last General Conference that "the Lord shape the back to bear the burdens placed thereon." This reshaping of the back is for all of us as we faithful press forward with our grasp securely on "the rod of Iron," Our thought and prayers are with you even though we are separated by the miles. With Love, Donna and Lionel Benson Bryan & Jessica Radcliffe (bsdrat@gmail.com) We're new in the ward, but heard about your loss and wanted to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers and hope that the Spirit of the Lord will be with you and your family during this difficult time. Love, Bryan & Jessica Radcliffe Dean and Carma Nelson (pinewood@cableone.net) Gayle Rae and family, We are so sorry for you loss. We know it will be hard, especially for Gayle Rae but hopefully you will be a stronger family. Dale was a good friend and he will be missed. Dale Johnson [globalguy@cox.net] Thoughts of Dale Terry by Dale Johnson I remember a time years ago when my wife was at girl’s camp for a week I had all of the kids to care for. We would have a sitter come in during the day while I was at work. When I would return home each evening, I could see what the kids had been doing during the day by following the trail of Legos left by my youngest son Scott, or the puzzle pieces from my daughter Diane, or the snack food wrappers dropped by my daughter Tiffany, or the coins or other toys scattered around by my oldest son, Alan. I thought how like life the house was. In life, we also leave a trail showing where we have been. Dale Terry’s trail shows his years of service, in his family and the church, he has left a legacy of wonderful children and grandchildren who are following in his footsteps of compassion and love. Spencer Kimball told the experience of going to London and how one night he came out on the street about dusk to see a man walking down the street with a torch lighting all the oil burning lamps on the street. He watched as the man passed down the street and disappeared into the fog then observed that while you could not see him you could tell where he had been because he lit the way for others. I am proud to be one who will gladly follow the path lit by Dale Terry. Matthew 25:16 says, “…let your light so shine.” Surely, Dale was a light to all of us in this life. The past year or so, Dale could not communicate well and he was in much pain and physical anguish. Still, I remember on several occasions, coming to visit Dale in his home with my wife Holly. When we left we commented on the spirit we felt from Dale and the peaceful smile he would always offer even when painful. Even though he could not always express himself the way he wanted, you could see the joy in his eyes and feel his love. Dale has been freed now from his mortal prison of pain and suffering; he has reunited with others who have long awaited his arrival. He can now communicate freely, and if fact, if you are listening, you may hear him speak more clearly to you now than he has in many years. I bear testimony that there is a plan of salvation. That the true gospel, through the atonement of Jesus Christ, will bring us together with Dale again after this life if we live worthy. We grieve today because of our separation for a time. We will miss Dale for this season but he is doing just fine. Sarah Rowse ( srowse@hotmail.com) Dear Gail Rae, I want to you to know that I'm thinking of you and my prayers are with you and your family. You are a special person to have to handle so much hurt. I know our Father in Heaven is watching out for you and will bless you for your years of faithful living. I know you will come out smiling again. It is your way to be pleasant and full of faith. Your sisters in Mesa are thinking of you and look forward to your return. Love, Sarah Rowse David & Deana Otis & Family ( Dotis706@aol.com) Sister Terry, Deana and I wanted to pass along our deepest condolences on the passing or your husband Dale. It was a pleasure to get to know him and you in the Emerald Bay Ward during the past couple of years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this trial of your life. I am grateful for the gospel of Jesus Christ that teaches us that we will live after this life. David & Deana Otis Jacqui and Jeff Walbom ( jaxwalbo@hotmail.com) Dear Gayle Rae and Family, We are saddened to hear of Dale's passing. I'll always remember him as a kind and gentle giant. His kindness and caring were always apparent in his dealings with everyone. Please know that our hearts are aching for all of you and that we will keep you close in thought and prayer. We are so sorry that we are unable to attend the services. We have family obligations that prevent us from being there. Hope you will understand. Our love and deepest sympathy to all. Jacqui and Jeff Brent Reynolds ( reynoldsbc@redrock.net) I was saddened to hear of Dale's passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord comfort you in your time of grief. Sincerely,an old friend Reinhilde Riley ( haroldriley@qwest.net) Dear Sister Terry, I just returned from Germany and and was sad to hear that your dear husband has passed on. With these lines we would like to express our condolences to you and your family. My Mom's suffering ended in May and I stayed to help my Dad to take care of everything. I miss my Mom so much but I know that her illness is over now and that she is fine. She has endured to the end and now it's our turn to do the same until our mission on this earth is fullfilled. Sister Terry, I remember how I met you not that long ago. You didn't know me but you showed compashion and offered your help immediately. That's real sisterhood. I wish I could give you a big hug right now and comfort you as I know so well how much it hurts to say good-bye to a loved one, even though we know that we shall see them again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Your phone number is still by my phone and I am looking forward to speaking with you when you get back. You are a very special sister and I am thankful that I met you. With love Reinhilde Riley and family Doug and Debbie Dever (dgdever@cox.net) Dear Gayle, Along with so many our prayers and love go out to you. We hope this time with your family in Idaho, has been a comfort and strength to you. With Love and sympathy. Doug and Debbie Dever Maureen McQuarrie (mac.maureen@comcast.net) Gayle Rae and family, We are sad to learn about Dale's passing. In my eyes, he was a great husband to you and a good father to his kids. Dale always made us feel welcome in his home when we would visit you. Please call on us if there is anything we can do for you. Mac and Maureen McQuarrie