Lynn, Terry D.

Terry Dean Lynn, 77, of rural Williamsfield, died at 8:25 a.m. Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at home.

Terry was born June 9, 1938 in Chandlerville, the son of Shirley Ann Lynn.  Terry married Judy Lea Adkins on May 27, 1967 in Bath.  Terry is survived by his wife of 48 years, Judy of Williamsfield; one son, David (Pam) of Williamsfield; two daughters, Sherri (Scott) Lynn of Vienna and Helen (John) Moore of Galesburg; one brother, Tom (Kim) Taylor of Winchester; two sisters, Faith (Dave) Sandman of San Jose, CA and Sue (Merle) Fleming of Havana; and nine grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley; his step father whom raised Terry, Burnell Taylor; one brother, Gene Taylor and one sister, Stella Zilch.

Terry served in the USMC from 1956 to 1960.  Terry’s life work was farming.  A career, passion, and hobby he enjoyed for many years.  Terry also enjoyed hunting, fishing, NASCAR, and watching all sports.  He loved being with his family and giving them a hard time.

Per his wishes cremation rites will be accorded.  A memorial service is planned for 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2015 at Watson-Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg.  A celebration of life will follow the service at the Thomas Legacy Center at Watson-Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory.  Memorials may be made to his daughters fundraising page for St. Jude at www.peoriaruns.stjude.org/sherri_lynn.  Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.watsonthomas.com.

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