Terry Jane Duggin Converse was taken to her heavenly home on March 30, 2021 at the age of 65 following a brief illness. She went peacefully with her two sons by her side holding her hands. 

 Terry was a loving wife and devoted mother. She spent her life in Nashville. She attended Hillsboro High School and Middle Tennessee State University before dedicating herself to motherhood and her family. Possessing a sharp intelligence, compassionate heart, and unceasingly strong spirit, she is cherished by her family and infinitely adored by her two boys. 

 She was preceded in death by grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. R.E. Bratten and Mr. & Mrs. Paul Duggin.

 She is survived by her husband, David (former leader of the Nashville Jazz Machine); children, Patrick and Andrew; parents, Jack and Mary Duggin; and a sister, Jennifer Gholson. 

 Funeral service was held on Friday, April 2, 2021 at Salem Baptist Church in Liberty.  Bro. Ray Gilder officiated with burial following at Salem Cemetery.

 Pallbearers included Carroll Cathy, Ben Cathy, Tom Duggin, Mike Davis, Jack Brown and Ben Hearn.

Love-Cantrell Funeral Home, Smithville, was in charge of the arrangments.

Smithville Review

(Smithville, Tenn.)

April 7, 2021