Mary LaVern Terry of Elmore City, Oklahoma was born to Lloyd and Geneva (Woolsey) Nelson on December 9, 1938, in Maysville, Oklahoma and passed from this life on December 26, 2022 in Ardmore, Oklahoma at the age of 84 years.
LaVern grew up and attended school in Maysville and Elmore City. On September 20, 1956, LaVern married Thell Terry in Elmore City. She worked for SORC for many years. In her spare time, she enjoyed crochet, sewing, being outdoors, and cleaning. LaVern had a superior work ethic and liked to put in a long, rewarding day of work. She was a member of the Pernell Round Up Club and one of the founding members of the Elmore City Round Up Club. LaVern attended the Missionary Baptist Church and the Elmore City First Baptist Church.
Mrs. Terry is survived by:
Daughter: Nesha Wright and Ricky of Elmore City, Oklahoma
Granddaughters: Kyla Wright of Norman, Oklahoma
Shaylin Gonzalez and Edgar of Elmore City, Oklahoma
Grandson: Dustin Terry and Kristie of Elmore City, Oklahoma
Great-grandchildren: Justin and Jaylee Terry
Brother: Charles Nelson and Cariol of Elmore City, Oklahoma
Mrs. Terry was preceded in death by:
Her husband: Thell Terry
Son: Steve Terry
Parents: Lloyd and Geneva Nelson
Grandson: Cody Wright
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 30, 2022, at the Elmore City Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Wooster Funeral Home. You may send a condolence to the family at www.woosterfuneralhomes.com .