1993
2017
Terry Donnell Denning, II, (T.J.) 23, of Charlotte, NC passed away on May 11, 2017.
He was born August 18, 1993 to Terry and Erika Denning in Raleigh, NC. He attended public schools in Charlotte and Raleigh NC, and after graduation from high school, Terry decided to enlist in the United States Navy. Terry served 5 ½ years aboard Navy submarine, the U.S.S. Jacksonville, based in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Upon completion of service he returned to North Carolina and began work as a service technician at Hendrick KIA of Charlotte and prepared to further his education at UNC Charlotte in the fall.
Terry is survived by his father, Terry Denning, Sr. and his wife Jennifer, of Charlotte, NC; his mother Erika Fox and her husband, Stephen Spurlock of Houston, Texas; his maternal grandmother, Deborah Wright of Raleigh, NC; his paternal grandparents Arthur and Elaine Denning of Apex, NC; his sister, Alexandria Denning, of Seattle, Washington; Brothers, Mason Rhea, of Houston, TX, Donovan Miller, Chandler Denning and Braxton Denning, all of Charlotte, NC; his best friend, Korey Austin Speight; his great aunts, great uncles, aunts, uncles, many cousins and a host of wonderful friends.
Terry (T.J.) was a loving, adventurous and generous soul whose memory will live forever in the hearts of the many people who knew and loved him.
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July 5, 2019
Military
Josh Walters
Still thinking of you, buddy
May 26, 2017
my first grandson, you will forever be in my heart and I will miss you until I am no more. Grandma Deborah
May 19, 2017
Gabrielle Hartman
My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May Peace find its way to you. God Bless.
May 18, 2017
LaKeisha & James Baker
So sorry for your loss. Praying for peace, comfort, and strength during this difficult time.
May 18, 2017
Coworker
Alexis Brown
So sorry for your loss. Praying for strength and comfort for you and the family.
May 17, 2017
Carol Cornejo
So sorry for you loss. I will continue to keep you and your dear family in my prayers.
May 16, 2017
Quiana Smith
Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. My God provide you with strength during this difficult time.
May 16, 2017
Anne Braswell
Terry and Denning Family- You are in my heart and prayers. May you find peace and comfort in loving memories of your wonderful son "TJ" to face the days ahead.
May 16, 2017
Olivia Dorsey and Marquis Peacock
I remember playing with TJ, Donovan, Alex, and Tayler when we were all younger... I am without words. Sending love to the Denning Family. TJ was and forever will be a light that shines bright, the thought of whom will always bring a smile to everyone's face. We love you Auntie Jennifer, Uncle Terry, Donovan, Chandler, Braxton, and Alex!! We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers to provide you with strength during this time.
May 16, 2017
Rich and Deb Smith
Terry - our condolences on the loss of your son. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Let us know if there is anything we can do.
May 16, 2017
Love and prayers for your family. Our Father in Heaven now holds your son in His arms.
Sincerely,
Diane Arthur
May 16, 2017
Coworker
Mandy York
My prayers are with the family, may God give you all peace.
Mandy
May 15, 2017
Kimberly Fogg
My heartfelt condolences to the family. You all have been and will remain in my thoughts and prayers. May God hold you all in the palm of his hand and comfort you during this time of loss.
May 15, 2017
Ty, Kaylah & Family
Deepest condolences to the Family of this young man. May God fill your hearts with many loving memories of Terry. God bless...
May 15, 2017
Acquaintance
Paul Evans
I send my condolences to the Denning Family. praying for peace and comfort
May 15, 2017
Family
Felicia Turner
May 15, 2017
Jahmel, Cydney and Jazlyn Cooke
Although I don't remember TJ, I still love him. He was my cousin and a piece of those so near and dear to me! Our hearts go out to the Denning family. We love you Terry, Jenn Jenn, Donovan, Chandler and Braxton.
May 15, 2017
Friend
Hannah P
Keeping the family in my prayers Terry you will be missed i love you - Hannah P.
May 15, 2017
Sheila Inman
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
May 15, 2017
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer
Lynette, Michael, Tayler and Dorsey
May 15, 2017
William and Cheryl Dawson
Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, so loved, so missed, so very dear. Praying for you all.
May 15, 2017
Joyce Huff
God bless family with strength to get through this sad time. Remember the beautiful memories Terry leaves behind, for they will live in your heart and bring you peace. God bless you all. With deepest sympathy and Love, your Virginia Beach, Va. Family
May 13, 2017
Christine Plumey
My sincere condolences on the loss of your son and prayers of comfort. Psalms 23:4..
May 13, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
May 13, 2017
Tracey Carbillano
Jennifer and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Send our deepest condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers,
The Carbillano Family
New york
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