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August 21, 1955-August 17, 2025
Terry Lamar Watley was born August 21, 1955, in Columbus, GA to Fannie Lee Quinley and Jesse Junior Watley. He was one of 10 children, the middle child between two others one year apart. He was the husband to Joyce Murray Watley, who survives. He was the proud parent of five beautiful children and several grandchildren/great grandchildren. He will be missed by his children: Amy (Ken) Mancil, Red Level, AL; Kevin (Ashley) Watley, Gulf Shores, AL and Jeremy (Michelle) Watley, Luverne, AL, Michael Watley, Columbus and Shelley (Dave) Gray, Key West, FL, as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by four brothers: Edward, James, Stephen (Stevie/Beebe) and Frankie Watley, He is survived by three brothers: David, Columbus, GA; Ronnie (Kathy), Ellerslie, GA and Mark (Kathy) Watley, Columbus, GA, and 2 sisters: Pearl Watley Mitchell, Columbus, GA and Linda Watley Norris (James), Phenix City, AL. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Terry was a very loving, caring Christian man. He was the type of person you would always remember once you met him. He had a jovial storytelling personality. He worked at St. Francis Hospital for over 25 years in the Maintenance Department where he was known for visiting patients. Providing humor to enlighten their day.
He was a plumber for over 50 years having worked for Hodges/Cooper Plumbing Company and Smith-Raymond Plumbing prior to St. Francis. He helped many with Plumbing issues.
He was a member of Wynnbrook Baptist Church and previously was a member of Beallwood Baptist Church and Glenn Anthony Baptist.
FUNERAL SERVICES:
August 21, 2025 @ 1 p.m.
Cox Funeral Home
240 Walton Street
Hamilton, GA
Georgia Cremation-Columbus is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Joann Teal says
Joyce and Michael so sorry for your loss. Our condolences and prayers for the family. Love Terry and Joann Teal
Teresa Hutchinson says
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love Teresa and Hueston(Hutch) Hutchinson
Kathy Blair says
My deepest condolences to you Joyce & family….may you find comfort in knowing….
Absent from the body is present with the Lord……
We know right where he is..✝️
Krystle Kirby says
Prayers for family and friends during this difficult time. He sounds like he was a loving family man and great friend.
Joe and Patricia sellers says
Terry was a good friend of mine .we worked together at st.Francis hospital for many years. So sorry for the family’s loss. Rest in peace.
Kendall Edwards says
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Terry’s passing. I have such wonderful childhood memories of growing up on 55th Street, where he was our neighbor for so many years. He was always so kind, and I will always remember him with gratitude. I recently learned that some of his children live near me, which I hadn’t known before. I’m in Dozier, AL now, but please know that my heart and prayers are with the family during this time of loss. May you find peace, strength, and comfort in the days ahead.
Debbie and Leon McCurley says
So sorry to hear about Mr. Terry. He was so kind to us. He helped us with our plumbing needs. Bless his family.