Terry Paul Gribble

Terry P. Gribble, 74, passed away July 14, 2024. Survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Shirlee P. Gribble; daughters, Gina (Kent) Cross, Michelle (Aaron) Hoffman; three biological children; grandchildren, Kent Cross, Kayla (D. Michael) Martinez, Cody (Meghan) Cross, Dustin Swisher, Anthony Martinez, Nathan Griffin, Brianna Griffin, James McCutcheon and Christopher Gribble. Also survived by his many great-grandchildren; brother, Buck McCleary; sisters, Beverly (Loney) Cordova and Bonnie (Paul) Vasquez; sisters-in-law, Darlene (Steve) Plumley, Theresa (Michael) Sadler, Lorainne Flores, Valerie (Jim) Gager; brothers-in-law, Larry Hernandez, Phillip Hernandez, Thomas (Tracy) Rodriguez, Gusie (Grace) Ybarra; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Betty Gribble; sister, Betty Rae Hodges; brother, Gary Gribble and favorite Uncle, A.C. Gribble.

Terry was born on April 17, 1950, Crowley, Colorado. He joined the US Navy in 1968 and proudly served until 1972. Upon return from the military, Terry began his lifelong career with the Pueblo Army Depot. His happiest years there were spent as a fireman.

Terry enjoyed farming and helping his friends or family in their fields as well as raising a few head of cattle. He has been a respected local business owner and was proud of his storage business.

Terry married the love of his life, Shirlee, on July 7, 2000 and together they traveled to visit children and grandchildren. They loved RVing in the mountains and antiquing as well as being active in their church with their church family.

He was a member of the VFW; West Assembly Of God Church in Fowler.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m.,  Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at West Assembly of God Church, 406 W. Eugene in Fowler, with Pastor Darryl Johnson officiating. Military Honors and interment will follow at the Fowler Cemetery.

A reception for Terry will be held at the church immediately following the graveside service.

Those who desire may make memorials to The Alzheimer’s Association, 1520 N. Union Blvd., Ste 103, Colorado Springs, CO 80909. (When making a donation, please indicate the donation is in Terry Gribble’s memory.)

Online condolences, www.montgomerysteward.com