of Maumelle, AR

April 9, 1962 - February 6, 2025

Thomas Gifford ''Giff'' Terry, 62, of Maumelle, Arkansas went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, February 6, 2025 surrounded by his family.

He was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on April 9, 1962 to William Wilson Terry and Nancy Woodall Terry. He is preceded in death by his parents; his nephew, Joshua Wharton; his aunts and uncles, Betsy and John Branch, Mikki and Vic Maffet, Homer H. Woodall, Jr.; his grandparents; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Rev. Jay and Jeanette Blevins and his brother-in-law, Rev. William Bruce Blevins.

Giff is survived by his wife and best friend for 45 years, Joni Lynn Blevins Terry; Two sons, Patrick Ryan Terry (Sarah) of Tontitown, AR, Michael Shae Terry (Gina) of North Little Rock, AR; Four grandchildren, Hayden Terry, Hunter Terry and Hank Terry of North Little Rock, AR and Lainey Jane Terry of Tontitown, AR; Siblings, Deborah Denise Johnson (Clayton) of Paron, AR, Timothy Jay Terry (Marie) of Clarksville, TN and Tracy Nanette Tartera (Johnny) of Saulsbury, TN; Brother-In-Law, Michael J. Blevins (Kathy) of Fort Smith, AR; Sister-In-Law, Diann Blevins of Little Rock, AR; Uncle, Curtis Terry (Hope) of Wooster, AR; Nephews & Niece, Chris Blevins (Melissa) of Fort Smith, AR, Sarah Dungy (Louis) of Plano, TX, Tony Blevins (Amanda) of Bixby, OK, Jason Terry (Kourtney) of Clarksville, TN and Justin Terry (Kendra) of Fulton, IL and Catherine Elizabeth Wetherington of Little Rock, AR; Fifteen Great nephews and nieces; cousins and many loving friends.

Giff was a dedicated employee of the Little Rock School District for 40 years. He served in the Arkansas Army National Guard assigned to 125th Medical Battalion as a Switchboard Operator in the Operation section for 6 years. He was a faithful member of Life Unlimited Chrisitan Fellowship for 35 years and attended Monday night meetings, Lift Jesus Higher, a Christ based ministry for addiction, held at Life Unlimited Christian Fellowship. Here he was able to share his story with others and the hope we have in Jesus. He loved the Lord with all his heart and he had a heart of gratitude for God's goodness and faithfulness. His faith remained strong even during his battle with cancer. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, Pappy, brother, uncle and friend. He was generous, caring, thoughtful, supportive, kind-hearted and humorous. He always knew how to make you laugh and put a smile on your face!

He was a member of Word Deer Camp for many years, where he enjoyed hunting and spending time with family and friends. He also enjoyed traveling and camping with his wife, Joni and family, fishing, listening to music, working in the yard, reading his Bible, spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and friends. He was truly a blessing to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all, until we see him again!

The family would like to thank CARTI in Little Rock and especially Dr. Andrew Briggler and his team, for the excellent care, support, kindness and compassion we received over the last two years. We were blessed, thank you. We would also like to thank the team of Doctors at Baptist Hospital Little Rock, the staff of the 10th Floor (Oncology), the CVICU and Baptist Hospice for your excellent care, support and kindness shown to us during the most difficult time for our family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CARTI Foundation, P.O. Box 55011, Little Rock, AR 72215 or online at CARTI.com.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 13th at Highland Valley United Methodist Church, 15524 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR 72211. Celebration of Life Service will be held Friday, February 14th, 11:00 a.m. at Highland Valley United Methodist Church, 15524 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR 72211. Graveside Service will be held at Riverwood Memorial Gardens, 301 Carnahan Drive, Maumelle, AR 72113 following Celebration of Life Service.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Chenal Funeral Home
13801 Chenal Parkway
Little Rock, AR  72211
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com