James Terry Rhoades, age 73, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 19, 2025. Terry was born on March 20, 1951, in Paragould, AR. He grew up in Memphis, TN and his home was Collierville, TN. He is preceded in death by his father, James L. Rhoades and his sister, Jacqueline Sue Laird. He is survived by his wife, Carey Rhoades, his daughter, Teri Cummins (James), his stepdaughter, Jennifer Ward (Carey), and his only grandchild, Luke Ward. He is also survived by his mother, Delores Rhoades, his 2 brothers, Ray Rhoades (Deborah) and Jeff Rhoades (Robyn), his sister, Sherry Eggers (Steve), as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Terry loved his pets and is survived by his 3 dogs (Emma, Riley, and Chance). He is preceded in death by his favorite dog of all time, Rascal.

Terry graduated from Kingsbury High School in 1969. In his early years, he thoroughly enjoyed his construction career, later leading to his retirement in telecommunications.

He loved to hunt (deer and turkey), loved his vegetable garden, and beekeeping. He loved to be in the presence of his family and friends who loved him dearly. His greatest passion in life was his wife, his daughters, and his grandson.

Most of all, Terry loved his Lord. He was a member of Collierville First Baptist Church for more than 30 years.

Terry was loved beyond measure. He touched the hearts of everyone he met. He was truly an amazing man.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, January 24, 2025, at Collierville First Baptist Church, 830 New Byhalia Rd, Collierville, TN 38017. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.

He will be interred at the Shiloh Cemetery in Paragould, AR.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Collierville Animal Shelter in his memory.