Terry Wayne Dales

Terry Wayne Dales, 63, passed away at his home on May 3, 2025. Born December 15, 1962 in Columbus, OH, he was the son of the late Lee S. Dales and Lorene McComas Dales.

Terry was employed as a concrete truck driver. He was an avid baseball, basketball, and football fan and loved the Cincinnati Reds, LA Lakers, and the Dallas Cowboys. Terry moved to Buffalo Junction in 2017 and devoted his life for 16 years as a pastor. He deeply loved his community and truly loved helping people.

Terry cared deeply for his family. He leaves behind a brother, Gary Dales of Buffalo Junction, VA and nieces, Machelle Roberts of Yorktown, Jennifer Stahley (Gary) of Columbus, OH, and Teresa Dennis (Karl) of Howard, OH and 9 great nieces and nephews as well as 8 great-great nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at Watkins Cooper Lyon Chapel on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 11:00 am with visitation one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Oakhurst Cemetery.

Watkins Cooper Lyon Funeral Home is honored to serve the Dales family and offers online condolences by visiting their website, www.watkinscooperlyon.com or by going to their Facebook page.