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Asa A. TerryPassing: June 18, 2015

Service:

Graveside Service

Monday, June 29th @ 1:00 p.m.

Visitation:

No Visitation

Cemetery:

Mitchell Cemetery

Monday, June 29th @ 1:00 pm

MITCHELL – Asa A. Terry, 88, passed away at 1:05 a.m. Thursday, June 18, 2015, at Mitchell Manor Living and Rehabilitation Center.

Born January 16, 1927, in Lawrence County, he was the son of Elmer J. and Rosa (Alvis) Terry.  He married Juanita J. Eager March 22, 1945, and she preceded him in death November 21, 2012.

He was a business teacher at Mitchell High School, retired with 29 years of service, and was a member of Indiana State Teachers Association.  Asa graduated from Mitchell High School in 1944 and received bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Indiana University.  He was a life-long member of Spice Valley Baptist Church.  Asa enjoyed cooking and was well known for his pies.

He was a U. S. Navy veteran of the Korean War.

Surviving:            daughter, Charlotte “Sissy” Sproles, Mitchell
                                  son, Timothy J. Terry, Houston, Texas
                                          8 grandchildren
                                        20 great grandchildren

His parents; wife; son, Stephen W. Terry; ten brothers and sisters; and parents-in-law, Ollie and Olive Eager, preceded him in death.

Graveside service will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday, June 29, at Mitchell Cemetery with Reverend Lewis Williams officiating.  Military honors will be accorded by American Legion Post No. 250 and Veterans of Foreigh Wars Post No. 9107.

Memorial Gifts:  Mitchell Community Schools Scholarship Foundation

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14 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Bill and Mitchelene Huffman | Bedford, Indiana
    Date: June 29, 2015
    We taught with Asa early in his career and remained friends while we were in Mitchel. We respected him and thought a lot of him.
  2. Guest: Mike and Rita ramey | Bloomington, IN
    Date: June 28, 2015
    Enjoyed having your dad in bookkeeping. Sorry for your loss, but God does take care of us. Take care.
  3. Guest: susan briscoed
    Date: June 26, 2015
    Sissy and Tim I'm so very sorry that your dad passed I thought the world of both your parents .Asa was my favorite teacher an always was a friend too me ;' always called me Susan Kay Brikko'\. I loved both of them they were great people. I really feel and pray for you , you have been through so much lately. Your in my prayers every day Love Susan
  4. Guest: Penny Connerley Wicks | Cooper, Texas
    Date: June 24, 2015
    When I was in High School there were many times we would go over to Mr. Terry's house and gather around his piano and sing. He was a great teacher and we all liked him very well.
  5. Guest: pat atkinson | orleansin
    Date: June 24, 2015
    Dear Sis, I was very sorry to learn of your dad's passing. He was a wonderful person, always greeted everyone with a smile and with a warm and gracious heart. and BOY could he bake a pie !!!! Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Monte & Patti
  6. Guest: Eve (Merry) Neal | Anderson, IN
    Date: June 22, 2015
    Dear Sissy, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. I have many happy memories of Asa and all the family in Mitchell. May you be comforted by God's love during the coming days. Sincerely, Eve
  7. Guest: Kim Patton | Seabrook, TX
    Date: June 22, 2015
    So sorry for your loss. He was the greatest man I have ever known. May God Bless you family. Much Love, Kim
  8. Guest: Terry Gilbert | Chicago, IL
    Date: June 21, 2015
    Sissy and Tim, I'm sorry for your loss. He was a fine uncle and a wonderful brother to my Grandmother Mae (Terry) Russell.
  9. Guest: Suzie Batchelor Leatherman | Mitchell, IN
    Date: June 21, 2015
    Sissy, So sorry for your loss. Your dad & my mom graduated together in 1944 & I had him for bookeeping when I was at MHS. You and your family are in my thoughts & prayers!
  10. Guest: Sandy (Russell)Leatherman | Mitchell, In
    Date: June 20, 2015
    Sissy & Tim so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. He will never be for gotten for what he had taught me in school use it every day thanks Uncle Asa. We will keep you all in our prayers and thoughts. Will be missed!!!!
  11. Guest: Charlie, Kenny Johnson and Cathy (Johnson) Wilcoxen | Springfield, MO
    Date: June 20, 2015
    Sissy & Tim, Saddens my heart to hear of the passing of Uncle Asa. Mom & Dad (Rose (Russell) & Charlie Johnson) thought a lot of him. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. R.I.P. Uncle Asa!
  12. Guest: Juanita Jean | Marshfield, Mo65706
    Date: June 20, 2015
    Tim & Sissy was sorry to hear about Uncle Asa passing away. I know that you will miss him . He was good to come and visit with Mom. She thought a whole lot of him. Will keep you and the family in my prayers.
  13. Guest: Naomi Beebe | SpringfieldMo
    Date: June 20, 2015
    Dear Sissy and Tim, So sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a great uncle and a wonderful man. He will surely be missed
  14. Guest: Shaunta Cornwell Dunbar | FortBlissTX
    Date: June 19, 2015
    Sissy I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I loved him and your mom so very much. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

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