Mr. Terry Lyn Church passed away at home, after a long battle with lung cancer. He was lovingly cared for by Susan Church, his wife of 45 years.

He was born in Lisbon, Iowa, to Melvin Frank Church and Eudine Ardel (Bintz) Church.

Terry is survived by his wife, Susan; his four children and listed offspring, born through his former marriage to the late Margaret Ring Church; and his siblings.

Children:

Brett Church: Wife Mary-Kathryn; His sons from a prior marriage; Sean Church (Brittney) and their daughter, Stella; and Josh Church (Rachel) and their son, Jake. A special mention to Ryan Stapleton (Emily)

Brenda Dermody-Church: Daughters Hannah, Maggie, and Rachel Bridgeford husband Matt, and their children, Liam, Mila, and Ellen.

Bridget Welch: Husband Mike; daughters Melissa Kind husband John, Elizabeth, and Olivia.

Brooke Bratty: Son Daniel Fischer, wife Jen and their children, Brynn and Grant; and daughter Teri Fischer and her son, Conner.

His siblings Vickie Wells; Bobby Church wife Kendra; Trudy Garrigan husband Denny; Kristy Wyland ,husband Dave; and Kathy Church.

Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin and Eudine Church, and his grandson, Chad Church.

Terry lived a full and accomplished life. People were naturally drawn to him, and he was genuinely loved by those who knew him. His kindness and the memories he leaves behind will be treasured by all of us.

May God grant him eternal rest, and may perpetual light shine upon him. Amen.

Funeral Arrangements

A Catholic funeral service will be held at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Chappell Hill, Texas.

A military burial will take place in Omaha, Nebraska, in honor of his service in the United States Army.

Dates for both services will be announced.

Services Have Been Entrusted to the Professionals of

Allen Dave Funeral Homes & Crematorium

407 Burleson Street

Brenham, Texas 77833

Phone: (979) 830-5510

www.allendave.com