Terry Eugene Woodcock, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 30, 2025, just two weeks shy of his 91st birthday. Born on June 13, 1934, Terry lived a full and vibrant life, defined throughout by a deep love for his immediate and extended family.

Terry had an infectious zest for life that touched everyone around him. A positive, "glass is always full" kind of person, he enjoyed every minute. He loved swimming at the pool, snorkeling in lakes, and SCUBA diving in the ocean. Music was always in his life - he played trumpet in high school and sang in choirs from middle school onward. He could harmonize with any song and could always be found whistling a tune. For over 30 years, he and his wife, Jill, hosted an annual Christmas sing-along, gathering friends and neighbors around the piano. Jill played and sang while Terry harmonized. Together, they sang in select choirs and quartets, including annual performances of Handel's Hallelujah Chorus for over two decades.

Terry adored babies, dogs, and birds. Over the years, he and Jill cared for many beloved dogs - Puppy, George, Bridget, Moe, and Dixie - and enjoyed feeding ice cubes to Gus and Lucky on the deck. Terry was happiest with a dog in his lap or a baby in his arms. His gentle nature extended to birds, earning him the family nickname "The Bird Man" because he bought bigger bags of black oil sunflower seeds than dog food!

Born and raised in Akron, Ohio, Terry attended West High School, where he pitched for the varsity baseball team. After graduation, he served in the U.S. Army, spending 18 months in South Korea in a MASH unit. After his military service, he became a lifeguard on the beaches of Fort Lauderdale before moving to Tampa to attend the University of South Florida. He earned a B.S. in Biology and was part of USF's inaugural graduating class - an achievement he cherished throughout his life. He was especially proud that his daughter, Amy, and grandson, Reave, followed in his footsteps at USF.

Terry went on to become a successful small business owner, running Woodcock & Associates as an insurance agent and broker for over 25 years. His charisma and work ethic made him an excellent salesman, earning him awards that included trips to Hawaii and Europe - and even a gold Rolex.

Together, Terry and Jill raised their daughters, Julie and Amy, in Edgewood, Kentucky. Terry taught them to body surf, snorkel, shoot pool, and play euchre. Time on their family boat, "Miss Betsy," was spent teaching his daughters to water-ski and towing them on the tube - always with the goal of knocking them off. He never missed a single basketball or soccer game, banquet, or award ceremony, always showing up with pride and support.

As a grandfather, Terry delighted in every moment with Reave and Madison - swimming with them in lakes and pools, cheering from the sidelines at Maddie's soccer games and Reave's hockey games, always smiling, always proud.

A devoted member of both Lakeside Presbyterian Church in Lakeside Park, Kentucky, and First Presbyterian Church of Pompano Beach, Florida ("The Pink Church"), Terry sang in the choir and played sports with the men's groups - pitching softball, playing basketball, and golfing annually with friends from Lakeside and Delton, Michigan. He came home with quite a few funny stories.

Terry was a loyal fan of the University of Kentucky Wildcats basketball team, Jack Nicklaus, and Larry Bird. He drove to Indianapolis to watch Larry and the Celtics take on the Pacers and frequently attended UK games at Rupp Arena with Jill.

Many of Terry's happiest memories were made on Long Lake in Delton, Michigan - snorkeling and fishing with neighbors, teaching his grandkids to fish, driving the pontoon boat to the Sunday night "flotilla," and enjoying uninterrupted time with family and Michigan friends.

Terry was a proud member of two cherished morning coffee groups, fondly known as the "Dunkin Gang" and the "Dandy Donut Gang." Those friendships, forged over coffee and conversation, lasted a lifetime.

In later years, Terry treasured "happy hour" on the deck with his family - a cocktail in hand, the sun setting, and a familiar refrain: "Isn't this the best place on the lake?" He loved watching the sandhill cranes, ibises, and hawks glide by.

Terry was known for his infectious laughter, his warm spirit, and a sense of humor that could brighten any room. Whether telling stories, cracking jokes, or simply flashing his signature smile, he made life a little happier for everyone who knew him.

Terry is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Jill Woodcock; his daughters, Julie Stafford and Amy Moore; his grandchildren, Reave Stafford and Madison Moore; his sister, Becky Woodcock; and his recently discovered son, Charles Perry (wife Lisabeth Perry), grandchildren David Perry, Jeffrey Perry, and Olivia Perry (husband Fahad Awan), and great-grandson Zayn Awan. He was predeceased by his father, Richard Dale Woodcock; mother, Salenia Frances Salkeld Woodcock; grandmother, Ida Salkeld; and sisters, Diane Wampold and Wendy Woodcock Barbanica.

Terry's legacy of warmth, humor, and unconditional love lives on in the hearts of all who knew him. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

A celebration of Terry's life will be held at Whispering Oaks of Tampa Clubhouse (13752 Orange Sunset Drive, Tampa, FL) on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. EDT. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you honor Terry's memory by raising a glass, sharing a laugh, or simply spending time with those you love - just as he would have.