TERRELL LEE ST. PIERRE, 61, was born in Salem, MA on February 28, 1954 and went to be with the Lord at his home early morning Saturday, November 21, 2015 as a result of congestive heart failure.

Terry graduated from Southwest High School in Miami, FL and played varsity football.  He received his Associate Degree from Miami-Dade Community College and nursing degree from Travis Technical Center in Lakeland, FL. 

As an employee, Terry was a nurse at Lakeland Regional Medical Center and Rohr Nursing Home and prior, a police officer for the Florida Highway Patrol.  He served in the U.S. Army and was active with both the Army/Air Force Reserves until retirement. He was a member of the American Legion, Post 72, in Mulberry, FL.

Terry attended First Baptist Church of the Mall, Lakeland, where he faithfully attended Sunday School and Men’s Prayer Breakfast/Meeting. He loved and served God, teaching and sharing his faith.  He was community service oriented and volunteered at local shelters.

He is predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Wilfred Ernest St. Pierre and Marion St. Orange St. Pierre, Beverly, MA; his maternal grandparents, James Novell Terrell and Veda Catherine Burns Terrell of Alexandria, LA; his mother, Katherine Minerva Terrell St. Pierre of Alexandria, LA; stepmother, Estelle Dorothy Davis St. Pierre of New Haven, CT.

Surviving is his father, W. Arthur St. Pierre, Miami, FL; his daughter, Leslie Scott, Orlando, FL; and longtime companion, Debra Ferguson, Mulberry, FL.  Terry had many nieces and nephews.

An avid reader, Terry’s interests were American Military History, including the Civil War and WW II.  He enjoyed a myriad of sports, from scuba diving, martial arts, competitive running, swimming and biking. He was extremely athletic receiving many awards, trophies, certificates and honors.

Terry was a gentle soul -- kind-spirited, compassionate, caring and loved by all. Presently rejoicing at the feet of Jesus, he will be solely missed!

Memorial donations can be made to Wounded Warriors or a charity of your choice.

Military honors, including a gun salute, flag presentation and taps, followed by a scripture reading will be given by The Sumter County Volunteer Honor Guard at The Florida National Cemetery. 

Condolences can be sent to www.davidrussellfuneralhome.com

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