Rev. Terry Gail Teaney Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Rev. Terry G. Teaney, 70, of Jacksonville passed from his earthly home to his heavenly home Sunday, Jan. 19, 2014. He was born Aug. 9, 1943 in Winchester, the son of Vitalis and Clara Breyer Teaney. He married Gloria Vannier April 23, 1977 in Franklin. She preceded him in death June 2, 2010. Surviving are nine children, James Blan of Roodhouse, Melinda Elston of Ravena, NY, Randy (Karen) Blan of Channahon, Debbie (Steve) Cobb of Pittsfield, Chris (Barb) Teaney of Jacksonville, Rhonda Lewis of Jacksonville, Joe (Sherry) Blan of Channahon, Mark (Ellen) Teaney of Baylis, and Mike (Chris) Blan of Channahon; on child raised in his home as his own, Rita (Johnnie) Moore of Jacksonville; 34 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; and 15 siblings. Proceeding in death were his parents, one grandson, Zach Blan, and two brothers, Jim and Randy Teaney. Terry worked for 40 years as an auto body worker and mechanic, starting at age 14. He owned an operated several area auto body shops. He pastored for 25 years. He enjoyed fishing, camping, hunting, mushrooming, demo derbies, western movies, and riding motorcycles. He also loved mower and small engine repair. Terry “Pop” was a great cook and always had something on the stove for all who stopped by for coffee and a game of dice. Terry wanted all to know his legacy as desiring to see family and friends come to Christ. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Thursday at the Cornerstone Baptist Church in Winchester with interment in the Winchester City Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday from 11:00 a.m. until time of the service at the church. The Daws Family Funeral Home in Winchester is in charge of the arrangements.

Rev. Terry Gail Teaney

August 9, 1943 - January 19, 2014