Terry was a special soul born perfect in this life and left this life perfect. He was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Joann and Rodney Brown on August 2,1962. He was the youngest of his siblings, Roby, Jolyn, and Kim. Later Terry's mother married her second husband, Richard Thomas, with him came 6 more siblings, Rick, Larry, Peggy, Nancy, Robert, and Lillian.
Terry graduated from the Hartvigsen School earning his high school diploma. He spent his life exploring fun activities with various programs. He loved learning and spent several years continuing his education.
He was a dedicated lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and never went anywhere without his temple recommend in his wallet. He enjoyed working beside the facility maintenance crews cleaning the ward house and stake center. He joined the Boy Scouts of America earning almost every single merit badge and attending several national jamborees. He was extremely proud of earning his Eagle Scout. He was active every week with his SNAP group, loved going to Rise and being around all his friends. Terry was an athlete in the Special Olympics for years participating in both swimming and track and field. Terry loved to go bowling. He cheered on his Utah Jazz, and the Running Utes!
Terry loved everyone and everyone he interacted with immediately loved him back. He did not have a mean thought and he did not know how to say anything hurtful.
"Ter-Bear" is survived by his sister Jolyn (Jeff) McKee, Kim (Claire) Hutsell, other family members too numerous to count and so many friends and loved ones who will carry his memory forever.
Preceded in death by his parents Rodney, Joann, Richard, and his brother, Roby.
Terry left this world unexpectedly following an accident on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. He was home with those who loved and cared for him. He is now in his eternal home in heaven having a dogpile with those who left before him.
A viewing will be held August 4, 2023, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Larkin Sunset Gardens, in Sandy City, Utah, 10600 South and 1950 East. Honoring Terry’s love of both the Utes and the Jazz we encourage you to wear your game day gear that night.
A formal viewing will be held the next day, Saturday August 5, 2023, at Granger West 4th Ward, 3305 South Scottsdale Dr. (3940 West) at noon. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 pm. Interment will be at Larkin Sunset Gardens at 3:00 pm.
I love you teddy I’m sorry this happened and I’m sure you’re amazing up there 🖤🖤🥹
Terry you are greatly missed by your sisters and all of your nieces and nephews. You're home with Heavenly Father and you can now run and play with no physical pain. I will always love you. Have a wonderful time with Daddy, Mommy, Roby, and all of our Aunts, Uncles, cousins and our grandparents.
I've known Terry since my son Jeff was in scouts. I admired Terry so much for his enthusiasm for scouting. He is a wonderful person that I enjoyed knowing. A special spirit sent by heavenly father.
Terry and I worked together for 18 years. Terry Brown was the most reliable and caring person I have the privilege to work with. I always tried to include Terry in all our luncheons. I have shed tons of tears.
I only knew him for a short time but he was fun and sweet and I enjoyed the big time I spent with him broke my heart to hear that he had passed away while I was on vacation and South Dakota.
