William Charles Terry, 82, of Clearwater, FL passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 19, 2012 in a hospice room at Bay Pines VA Healthcare System.
He was a US Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War and was awarded two Purple Heart Medals. He contracted polio, but recovered and had a long, productive life. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he moved to Tampa from New Jersey and proceeded to have a successful career in retail sales as an owner, manager and top salesman.
Survivors include his son, William C., Jr. and daughter, Diane Romaine (Jerry) Grimes, both of Clearwater; and two grandsons, Terry and Kerry Grimes.
A graveside service with military honors will be presented at 10:45 AM on Friday, June 1, 2012 at Bay Pines National Cemetery, 10000 Bay Pines Blvd., Bay Pines, (727) 398-9426.
Please sign the guestbook below.
Diane, Willy, Jerry and Family…..What a wonderful man Bill was and always had a smile or a story for everyone. He was filled with compassion for his fellow man and never complained about what his health issues were. He will be sadly missed by so many but not as much as you. Rest in Peace Bill, you have served your country and your family well.
I am so sorry for your loss. May his memories bring you comfort in your time of need. He was always very kind to me – a good father-in-law. May he rest in peace.
Janet