Josephine Terry
New Glarus – Heaven gained a loving heart on October 9th. Josephine Terry, age 96, our iconic and legendary mom, grandma, great grandma, auntie and friend passed away peacefully at home Sunday evening surrounded by her family.
Josie was the epitome of mother, whose motto was to love in abundance and whose strong faith allowed her to inevitably see the positive in all things. She is irreplaceable but we are blessed to have lived amongst her great wisdom and we will strive to draw from her teachings.
Josie was born in Port Huron, MI in 1926. She spent her early years in Greece before the family returned to the US and settled in Daytona Beach, FL. After graduating from high school in 1944 she worked as a “Rosie the Riveter” driving an overhead crane in a bullet factory.
She met our beloved father John Terry Sr.and they were wed in Fort Meade, MD in 1951. They settled in Madison where they had five children. In 1972 they relocated to Adams-Friendship where she resided for 30 years. Josephine was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus and taught catechism at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Adams, WI.
Josie was preceded in death by her husband John Terry Sr. and by her eldest son John Terry Jr.
She is survived by her 4 children, Patrick Terry of Madison, WI, Robert Terry (Mickie) of Lake Nebagamon, WI, Mary Terry (Stefano) of Rome, Italy, Kathleen Terry of New Glarus, WI; Daughter-in-Law, Dianne Terry of Madison, WI; 6 grandchildren Anne Terry of London, UK; Erinn Keller (Dan) of Chandler, AZ, John Terry of Minneapolis, MN, Jackson Terry (Sarah) of Lake Nebagamon, WI, Giorgio Pompei of Rome, Italy, and Simon Terry of Savage, MN; 2 Great grandchildren Emily Keller of Minneapolis, MN, Michael Keller of Chandler, AZ, Great grandson at heart Landon; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, October 16, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Ryan Funeral Home, 5701 Odana Road, Madison, with a prayer service starting at 3:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 17, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 120 W Johnson St, Madison. Interment will be held at St. Leo Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. in Friendship, Wisconsin.
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My condolences to the Terry family. I used to bar tend at Main Street Station. Many happy memories with her & John, & working with Pat.
Condolences to entire family.
Dear Mary, Babe, Bob and Pat,
Your Mom was such a kind lady. Always a smile on her face. May the memories help to ease your broken hearts.
Terry family, Josephine was one of those exceptionally wonderful people that you seldom meet in life. I’m so glad to have had the opportunity to know her. I hope there is some comfort in knowing how many people she so positively impacted throughout her long, full, and well-lived life. Our hearts go out to all of you. With love from Judy and Diane Roy
Kathy, Mary, Bob, Patrick and all of the Terry Family, many thoughts flood into our memories of your wonderful Mom, Josephine. And her patience with our slumber parties. Unique Lady. She will be remembered and missed by many. Prayers for peace in your hearts during this time. Your Mom lived a long and amazing life with many memorable moments as mentioned above. Especially in Her Children. Take Care. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Mary, Babe, Bob and all Terry family members; you were so blessed to have such a wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother and Auntie. Our thoughts are with you as you go through this difficult time. Sending our love and friendship, Paula and Len Hamman
Dear Mary, Babe, and the entire Terry Family- Our hearts go out to you as you mourn the loss of your family’s matriarch. Josie was a beautiful mother and woman, with a caring and kind soul. Sending prayers of love, peace and of comfort for all of you. Love, Jack, Darla & Aidan George