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John "Rock" Terrell

Passed 01/11/2025

Obituary For John "Rock" Terrell

John "Rock" Terrell life came to an end on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at the age of 75 at Ascension Saint Thomas West Hospital, Nashville, Tennessee. Mr. Terrell was born June 18, 1949 in Williamson County, Tennessee to the parents of John Willie Terrell and Mary Tom Johnson.

He leaves to cherish his many memory his son, Omar (Delana) Terrell; daughters, LaFronda (Reggie) Simons, Tia (Vielka) Terrell and Quinia (Corey) Steele; grandchildren, Dantavia Collier, Zabria (Patrick) Hayland, Omarian (Kayla) Terrell, Anthony Grisby, Corey Steele, Jr., Adonnis Simon, Ambreona Garrett, Taylor Terrell, Reggie Brown, Jr., Desiray Sanchez, and Jalen Sanchez; great grandchildren, Keyleigh, Kadan, Dakota, Jaxon, Braxton, Atlaya, Kyler, Patrick, Jr. and Stella Terrell; god children, Brandy Sanford Nolan and Ouida Collins; siblings, Louise Branch, Fred (Delores) Terrell, Tony Terrell and Mary Terrell Dixon; in-laws, Tishie Ramey, Joyce Stone, Bobby (Alfreda) Sowell, Torez Sowell, Roberta Hornbeak and Alma Hornbeak; nieces, nephews, devoted nieces and nephews, Arrita Jenkins, Antonio Terrell, Sr., Arnita Turner, Clay Jenkins and Walter Jenkins, cousins and friends.

Mr. Terrell will lie in state on Friday, January 17, 2025 from 12 until 5 at the funeral home.

Visitation with family Saturday, January 18, 2025 from 11 until 12 at Lynn Creek Tabernacle 117 Fairground Street with funeral to follow. Elder Mack E. Morton. officiating.

Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery, Franklin, Tennessee.


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Codi Harrison sent Serene Lily Basket for John "Rock" Terrell - January 16, 2025

Sending our warmest condolences. May peace and blessings be with you in the coming days. Love, Codi and the Harrison family.

Send flowers for John "Rock" Terrell

He was a good guy love you tia ❤️

James Hilliard

Quinia, With Heartfelt Sympathy, Keeping you and your family in our thoughts during this difficult time. Johnny and Linda Wright

Sending my condolences to Quinia, your siblings and family.

Lisa Jones

Our Deepest heartfelt condolences and prayers for his children, siblings, other family members and friends 💛❤️.... Patricia Weston & Family

Dear Quinia, You and your family have our deepest condolences. We are sending prayers of comfort and strength. Thank God for the precious memories that you have of your Father. Please let me know if there is any anything you need of us. Love, The Buttram and Clayton families

Our deepest sympathy to the family of John (rock) Terrell,may he rest in eternal peace. earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal..Fred Leach and family!

To the Terrell Family: Losing a parent/family member is an Immense loss, may you and your family find solace in the memories shared. Please accept our deepest condolences as we will keep you all covered in prayers. John 14:3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. American Legion Auxiliary Post 215

Terrell Family - Mr. Terrell was always so kind and polite when he would come by the Sheriff's office to get some new uniforms for his Crossing Guard Duties. It was a joy to see him each time. May God bless all of you. Vickie Pittenger, Williamson County Sheriff's Office

Quinia, you and your family have my sincere prayers and condolences during this time. May God give you comfort and peace. Rest in eternal peace Mr. Rock Terrell.

To the Terrell family. Sorry for uall loss. Praying for each and every one of you. Flossie Hunt Campbell

Praying for each of you. He was a very special man. I know he and Rena are smiling down on their family with a prideful heart.

Sending sincere condolences to the family. Trust God. Jimmy and Aleathe Johnson. From across the street.❤️

Sending my deepest condolences to family during this difficult time.

LATOYA LONG

Family! We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved one. Our God is too wise to make a mistake, and to righteous to do wrong. Your loss is Heaven's gain. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. Family, hold tight to your memories. Geraldine Amos, and family

To the Terrell Family: We wish to express our heartfelt sympathy to the you all. May you find comfort and peace in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ during your time of sorrow. Look to the hills, which cometh your help, for all of our help comes from God. Brooks Fleming Jr. American Legion Post 215

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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