Jessie Argus Terry
Jessie Argus Terry, 77, of Orange, Texas, passed away on December 2, 2024, in Kingwood, Texas surrounded by family.
Memorial services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City.
Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City.
Born in Shamrock, Texas, on December 7, 1946, he was the son of Jessie Owland Terry and Ruth Ludene Terry (Bryant). Throughout his life, Jessie was known for his warm personality and his ability to connect with whoever he met. He never met a stranger and was always the first to lend a helping hand. Jessie had a long career as a manager at Oxbow Calcining, where he worked diligently and retired after many years of service. His commitment to his job was matched only by his dedication to his community. He was a proud volunteer firefighter in Shamrock and served in the National Guard, demonstrating his deep commitment to helping others. In addition to his impressive career and community service, Jessie served his country in the United States Marine Corps, where he completed two tours in Vietnam. This experience shaped much of his life, instilling in him values of service and resilience. Outside of work and service, Jessie had a passion for the outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He also loved to work with his hands and was known for his remarkable ability to fix anything that was broken. Jessie's legacy will live on in the hearts of those who knew him. He touched many lives with his kindness and generosity, and he will be fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure of calling him a friend.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Jessie and Ruth Terry; wife, Marion Lynn Terry; and siblings, Tony and Ruth.
He is survived by his sister, Betty Johnston; daughters, Robyn Terry, Jessica Terry, and Mykala Bennett and husband David; sons, Jessie Terry II and wife Laura, Mark Terry and wife Elaine, and Jefferey Terry and wife Alicia; grandchildren, Randall, Levi, Trey, Brandi, Tré, Hannah, Jack, Garrett, Cooper, Cainan, Trent, Cameron, Isaiah, Gavin, and Jadyn; seventeen great grandchildren; and numerous other loving family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/.
Cremation will be held under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.