Terry R. Gulledge

Terry R. Gulledge, 85, of Jacksonville, FL (formerly of Marion, IL) was surrounded by loved ones as he passed peacefully on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 of natural causes. Terry was born at home January 8, 1938, in Harrisburg, IL to William “Bill” and Wilma (Matthews) Gulledge of Carrier Mills, IL. He graduated from Carrier Mills High School in 1956 and from Murray State University in Kentucky in 1960 where he joined ROTC (Reserve Officers Training Corps). He became a Reserve Commissioned Officer, 2nd Lieutenant on August 5, 1960. After his basic training at Fort Benning, GA, he enlisted in the Army 3rd Infantry Division in June of 1962 serving as First Lieutenant in Germany with an honorable discharge on August 26, 1968. Terry was a proud veteran and a World War II history buff with a special interest and love of the P-51 Mustang and other WWII aircraft. Before his military service, he spent a few years teaching business and typing at Goreville High School in Goreville, IL. While raising his family, Terry had a long 33 year career with State Farm Insurance as a claims adjuster in Marion, IL. Terry enjoyed playing and watching sports, traveling, spending time with his kids and their families, and sitting on his porch with a good cigar and martini in hand chatting with friends, family, or neighbors who would drop by for a visit. Terry was born and raised in Southern Illinois and treasured his long-time friendships from grade school. Some of his happiest days were hanging around with his friends: Richard (Jane) Hill, Jim (Pat) Reid, Maxine (and the late, Dean) Maddox, and many who have passed before him. He is survived by: his loving wife of 35 years, Cheryl (Huff) Gulledge of Jacksonville, FL; Daughters, Lori Fox of Bowling Green, KY, Lynn (Greg) Baber of Monmouth, IL, Lisa (Brent) Potts of Saint Peters, MO, Teresa Dawkins (fiancé, Kenny Fann) of Ziegler, IL, Michelle (Jim) Ludwig of Jacksonville, FL; and dog, Maisy. He also leaves behind 13 Grandchildren: Branden Fox (partner, Faith Coles), Andrew (Riley) Fox, Ashley Baber, Jarret (Brittany) Baber, Jacob Baber (partner, Abbey Lambin), Natalie (Garren) Randolph, Nathan Potts, William Potts, Casey (Jay) Maurice, Austin (Shanna) Dawkins, Gianna Fredenburg, Portia Ludwig, Indiana Ludwig; and 11 Great-grandchildren: Jace Baber, Jett Baber, Everly Baber, Shane Clerk, Chase Dawkins, Max Carter, Ryleigh, Kolton, and Karson Swank, Savannah and Emma Maurice. Brothers-in-law: Robert Kieper, Karl (Jennifer) Huff; Nieces, Robbie (Michael) Furlong, Kellie (Randy) Huckleberry, and Emily (Noah) Schuster. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Jo Kathryn (Gulledge) Kieper. Memorial services will be held Saturday, December 16, 2023 @ 2:00pm at the FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH , 109 E. Washington Street continuing with Military Honors at Salem Cemetery both locations in Carrier Mills, IL, followed by a reception at the church from 4-6pm. In lieu of flowers, the Family requests donations be made to : American Legion POST #364, 17 Clark St., Carrier Mills, IL 62917 Humane Society of Southern Illinois, 95 Humane Rd., Murphysboro, IL 62966.

Terry R. Gulledge

January 8, 1938 - November 1, 2023