DONALD FRANKLIN TERRY, age 90, of Washington CH, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at St. Catherine's Manor of Washington CH.

He was born on January 23, 1935 in Raleigh County, West Virginia to the late Dewey and Thelma (Webb) Terry. He was a 1952 graduate of Trap Hill High School in West Virginia. Donald proudly served his country in the United States Army. After receiving his honorable discharge, he started work at White-Westinghouse in Columbus, from which he retired, and later worked in concrete and construction. He enjoyed woodworking, gardening, and spending time with his family, and he was a fan of Elvis Presley and the West Virginia Mountaineers.

In addition to his parents, Donald was preceded in death by his siblings, Jimmy Terry, Bobby Terry, Louise Farmer, Jessie Cochran, Mabel Showalter, Willa Mae Kimball, and Bill Terry; and his best friend, Frankie Verderano.

Survivors include his longtime partner of forty-three years, Cathy Forsha; children, Sonya (Vonnie) Downey, Sheila (Robin) Armentrout, and Stephen (Caitlin) Forsha; grandchildren, Annie (Stephen) Kendall, Derek (Rubie) Hottinger, and Breanna Hottinger and her fiancé, Gary Daugherty; great-grandchildren, Roland, Alexandria, Landon, Aayden, Logan, Leilah, Evan, Branden, and Jeremiah; and siblings, Bessie Bass, Harold (Sue) Terry, Ronnie (Jane) Terry, and Gregory (Sandy) Terry. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.

In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Summers Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.summersfuneralhome.com.