Terry Lynn Slade, 65, peacefully passed away on April 9, 2013 in Georgetown, Texas. Terry was born on March 15, 1948 in Austin, Texas to Raymond (Sr.) and Betty Slade. He graduated in 1966 from Lanier High School in Austin. He attended the University of Texas in Austin and worked for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality from 1972 until retirement on October 31, 2000.
Terry was a very giving person. He served as a Little League Coach: he made a difference in life through volunteer work. Music and collecting sports cards were his lifelong hobbies: he often shared music tapes and sports cards with others, He was happiest outdoors and hiked almost daily around Lady Bird Lake or Zilker Park. Terry played on several softball, volleyball, and basketball teams with friends--his many sports trophies provide testament to his athletic ability.
Terry is preceded in death by his father, mother, their parents, and brother-in-law Alton Young. He is survived by his brother, Raymond Slade, Jr. and sister Vicki Young, along with nephew Nathan Hall and wife Mellani, niece Krista Hall, and 6 great nephews.
Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family at one o'clock in the evening, on Saturday, the 13th of April 2013, at Cook-Walden Funeral Home, 6100 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, Texas.
Funeral services will be conducted at two o'clock in the evening on Saturday, the 13th of April, in the Colonial Chapel of Cook-Walden Funeral Home, 6100 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, Texas.
In lieu of flowers and customary remembrances, the family suggests contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 3429 Executive Center Dr., Austin, TX 78731.
Condolences may be sent to www.cookwaldenfuneralhome.com.
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April 24, 2013
Terry and I went way back, he had a wonderful sense of humor and was the kind of person everyone loved to be around. His love for music was unsurpassed and it was always great to guess the songs. My condolences go out to his son, grandson, and family.
April 18, 2013
Hilary Spilo
I would like to extend my heartfelt sympathy and prayers. I worked and played volleyball with Terry in the '90s. He was a wonderful person and I am glad to have known him.
April 16, 2013
Nancy Vanham Jones
Vickie & Raymond, So sorry to hear of Terrys passing. I grew up down the street from the three of you and remember your family fondly.
April 15, 2013
Ruby Wilcox
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
April 15, 2013
Melissa & Jimmy Hausenfluke
Vickie and Raymond,
We extend to you both our most heartfelt sympathy. The memories we share from past days in the neighborhood,church,and school are indeed precious. The legacy of your love and care for Terry has been an inspiration to us all. We gratefully remember our last visit with him at Mrs. Wheeler's birthday celebration. May God's peace and blessing be on you in a special way. Yours,
Jimmy and Melissa Hausenfluke
April 14, 2013
Terry and I go all the way back to Wooten Elementary and grew up one street and a block from each other in Crestview. He was always kind, thoughtful and had a joie d'vivre that communicated to all who knew him. He DJed all our class reunions and I don!t imagine anyone filling those shoes. We'll miss him.
Cherie (Dooley) King
April 13, 2013
Rhonda Wood
Vicki and Raymond,
I wish I could say something profound that would ease your sadness, only God and time will do that. Just always remember how much he enjoyed life and the music.
April 13, 2013
Phil Turnipseed
Hey Raymond,
I have no conception of your loss. I know it must be painful. You and your family are in our prayers during this difficult time. May God comfort and hold you in his boundless arms.
April 13, 2013
Sheri Estes
Vicki and Raymond, My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. Terry was a wonderful man and I was proud to call him my friend. The angels in Heaven must be rejoicing to have such a beautiful soul join them. I know you will miss him but I am comforted by the fact that Terry's health has been restored.
April 12, 2013
Dear Raymond and Vicki,
Our prayers are with you both and your family at this time of loss. Terry was a true friend and we love him very much. We had lots of fun together and we will miss him dearly.
Love Glenn and Dianne
April 12, 2013
Evelyn Foree
My condolences to Terry's family. Terry was always a very nice person.
April 12, 2013
Mary Ann and Dan Airey
Dear Raymond and Vicki,
Our prayers are with you both and your family at this time of sorrow. Terry was a great friend and a really good man and many of us will miss him.
April 12, 2013
Barbara Lewis-Harris
May God give you strength and peace through this difficult time. And be comforted knowing that there are many friends who are thinking of you and remembering happy times.
April 12, 2013
Dear Vicki: I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Debbie Burris Murray
April 12, 2013
Dara M'chelle Slade
Terry is a light to all who know him. A great father-in-law and grandfather to Cory Lane who adores him. He will be incredibly missed and forever loved.
April 12, 2013
Linda Raeke-Godsey
Vicki,
My prayers are with you during this time of loss.
April 12, 2013
Stella Brittnacher
Raymond-We're sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Our prayers are with you and your family. Jim and Stella Brittnacher
April 11, 2013
Charlie Killough
Vickie and Raymond. I am sorry that we have lost Terry. He was always a friend and always had a kind word. He was a good athlete, but above that, an even better person. He is the type of friend, that even when you didnt cross his path, you knew there was one constant and that is he was still your friend.May the Big Man hold the both of you in the palm of his hand. Charlie Killough
April 11, 2013
Laurie Lancaster
I enjoyed working with
Terry. He would play tricks on us at the Chief Clerks Office and he delivered messages that we had to decipher such as a drawing of a sheep for the word you. He was always smiling and had a great sense of humor. I know I will miss him and my prayers go out to all of his family and friends. We have lost a bright light.
April 11, 2013
Charlie Killough
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