Clyde F. Terry Obituary
Mr. Clyde F. Terry, 94, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, in Buffalo, New York, the city where he was born on May 5, 1931, and spent his entire life enriching the community he loved. A Memorial Gathering will be held on January 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 1080 Main St., officiated by Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Wilson. The family requests that memo rial contributions be directed to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.
Mr. Terry built a long and dedicated career as a Visual Merchandiser for the J. N. Adam–AM&A Department Store, where his creativity and atten tion to detail helped shape the shopping experience for genera tions of Buffalonians. His professional life reflect ed his deep appreciation for aesthetics and presentation, qualities that also shone through in his many volunteer endeavors.
A man of unwavering commitment to the arts and civic life, Mr. Terry devoted an extraordinary 45 years of volunteer service to Shea’s Buffalo Theatre. In recognition of this remarkable dedication, he was honored with the Arts Services Initiative of WNY’s “Unsung Hero” Spark Award—a fitting tribute to a man who gave so much behind the scenes to support Buffalo’s cultural institutions. He also volunteered as an usher at Kleinhans Music Hall, where his warm presence and reliability were appreciated by patrons and staff alike.
Mr. Terry’s love for his hometown extended into the world of sports. A passionate fan, he held season tickets for both the Buffalo Sabres and the Buffalo Braves, cheering on his teams with steadfast loyalty. He was also a proud member of the Bison Booster Club, supporting local athletics with enthusiasm and pride.
Beyond sports and the arts, Mr. Terry nurtured a lifelong fascination with trains. A true rail enthusiast, he immersed himself in rail publications and delighted in traveling long distances by train—finding joy in both the journey and the history behind it.
His sense of duty extended beyond civil ian life; Mr. Terry served honorably in the United States Army National Guard, demonstrating his commitment to country as well as com munity.
Faith played a cen tral role throughout Mr. Terry’s life. He was an active and devoted member of Holy Trin ity Lutheran Church in Buffalo, where he found spiritual fulfillment and fellowship among fellow congregants.