Terri Roberson Gurganus

ROCKY MOUNT – Terri Roberson Gurganus, age 62, passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2023. Born in Nash County, NC on August 3, 1960, she was the daughter of the late Lynwood A. Roberson, Sr. and Eva Winstead Roberson. Terri was married to the love of her life, Lenny, for 40 years, and their love only grew stronger with each passing day. Her daughters, Katie and Samantha, were her pride and joy, and she would go to great lengths to ensure their happiness. She even concealed money from Jack to make sure she could give her girls everything they deserved. Terri cherished spending time with her loved ones, especially during the holidays, where Christmas was always a grand celebration. Terri was a warrior, fiercely battling Renal Failure Disease for 21 years. Her resilience and determination were awe-inspiring, and she never let her illness dim her bright spirit. She was a fierce protector of her family, especially her daughters, and her grandkids brought her immense joy. Terri loved basking in the sun, and spending time at the beach was one of her favorite pastimes. She was also an animal lover, with numerous dogs that she adored. Classic rock music was her jam, and she and Jack attended many concerts over the years. Terri will be deeply missed by all who knew her, but her legacy of love, strength, and courage will live on. Terri was a devoted wife, mother, Gringle, sister, aunt and friend, and her love for her family knew no bounds. Terri is survived by her husband of 40 years, Jack Lenwood “Lenny” Gurganus, Jr.; her daughters, Kaitlin “Katie” Gurganus Culler and husband, Dylan, of Castalia and Samantha Gurganus Edwards and husband, Jonathan, of Winterville; her grandchildren, Madelynn Ruth Culler and Alexander Franklin Culler; her brother, Lynwood A. Roberson, Jr. and wife, Paisley, of Red Oak; her sister-in-law, Sonya Gurganus Bowen of Rocky Mount; her niece, Jessica Fleming and husband, Ward; her nephews, Wood Roberson, Griffin Roberson, and Jackson Bowen and wife, Kathryn; and her great-nephew, Jack “Banner” Bowen. A Celebration of Terri’s Life will be held on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at 2:00 PM at First United Methodist Church, 100 South Church Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Rev. David Joyner officiating. Visitation with the family will follow the service in the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. The family will receive friends and relatives on Saturday, June 10, 2023, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the home of Terri’s sister-in-law, Sonya Gurganus Bowen. The Inurnment Service will be held at a later date at the First United Methodist Church Columbarium. The family would like to say a special thanks to all of the healthcare professionals that have taken care of Terri over the years. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Terri’s memory to First United Methodist Church Kids Ministry, 100 South Church Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 or American Kidney Fund at kidneyfund.org. Online donations visit the website. Checks can be mailed to American kidney fund 11921 Rockville Pike suite 300. Rockville MD 20852. People can also call 800-638-8299. Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.