Michael Terry, age 68 of Columbus, passed away on Monday, August 21, 2017. Mike was a 1967 graduate of Central High school, served in the air force, and was a retired Columbus Police officer. Most people knew him as an entrepreneur who had many ventures starting in real estate as well as owning many businesses. He was a world traveler and will be missed by both his family and many friends. He was a devoted member of Faith Baptist Church. Mike was preceded in death by his mother Jean Terry and his brothers David and Tom Terry.
He is survived by his son Jarod Callander and granddaughters Elizabeth and Julianna; brothers Jay (Sue) Terry and James (Cindy) Terry; sister Monecca (David) Chadwell; fiancé Sandy Sayre; many nephews, nieces, cousins and dear cat Hazel. Family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Friday, August 25, 2017 at the TIDD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 5265 Norwich Street, in Hilliard. Family will also receive friends at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 26, 2017 at the CHAPEL MAUSOLEUM AT SUNSET CEMETERY, 6959 West Broad Street in Galloway, where his Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Randy Nelson officiating. Entombment will follow. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Mike’s favorite charity, St Jude Children’s Research.
