J. Terry Upton
February 22, 1943 ~ January 30, 2013
J. Terry Upton age 69 a resident of Gall St. Philippi passed away on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at his residence. He was born February 22, 1943 in Barbour County a son of the late Darl and Madelyn (Bennett) Upton. Surviving is,
One niece, Kim Nelson and husband John of Charlotte NC
Two nephews, Mark Payne
Todd Payne and wife Traci both of Hodgesville
Great niece, Haley Jeffers
Great nephews, Justin Jeffers, Cameron Payne, Cole Payne and Derek Payne
Great-Great Nephew, Jace Able Jeffers
Mr. Upton was preceded in death by one sister, Judith Ann Payne and one brother, Darl Eugene Upton.
He graduated from Philippi High School and Alderson-Broaddus College with a Business Degree
Mr. Upton worked for the FBI from 1994-2005 and received the Director’s Humanitarian Award in 2005, he worked for the City of Philippi as Utility Clerk, City Judge, and past City Police Officer, and former Magistrate. He worked as administrative assistant for Bruce Mining, Barbour Coal Company, and McCoy Brothers, and also Office clerk for Medallion Restaurant.
He joined the Philippi Volunteer Fire Department in 1964 and was currently serving as the departments’ longtime treasurer and served as past president in 1980.
He served on the Barbour County Democratic Executive Committee and enjoyed Civil War and WWII History.
He was a member of Philippi United Methodist Church and enjoyed singing in the Choir.
Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home 216 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Friday, February 1, 2013 from 6-9:00 pm and on Saturday February 2, 2013 from 8–10 am the service time with Rev. Tim Bleigh officiating. Entombment will be in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery Mausoleum.
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So much sadness. Terry was always there as the connection to my hometown. He was the glue that held our PHS Class of 1961 together through the years. You are missed, Dear Friend.
I was sorry to learn of the passing of Terry. He was a very intelligent classmate and kind person.
To the family,we send our most sincere sympathy. We will miss Terry as we visit the Medallion, and hold the family up in our prayers. Charlie and Jacky Malcolm
God bless you all as you deal with the loss of Terry. He was a true gentleman.
My heart goes out to the family and friends of Terry. he always had a way to make me smile when I was feeling down. Heaven received another special angel.
Thoughts with Terry's family during this difficult time. I have many, many fond memories of him and his many years of service to Philippi and Barbour County.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of loss. Terry was always kind to me and will be missed.
Terry was my friend in college, when we would sometimes skip out during class breaks for hotdogs and pop at the King of Clubs. In our more grown up years I enjoyed the Blue and Gray Balls he hosted and could always count on him for interesting conversation. A smart and steady friend I will miss.
My condolences to Terry's family. I went to high school with Terry and remember him as a very nice person.
Terry was a warm hearted friend that I had the pleasure of meeting while attending Alderson Broaddus College from 1966 – 1971. His friendship continued until his death on January 30, 2013. He was a compassionate man who sincerely appreciated his friends, family and co-workers. He was extremely proud of his home town of Philippi and the State of West Virginia. He was a very intelligent man with a light hearted sense of humor and fun loving personality. We enjoyed many good times through out our many years of friendship. I respect his honor for the love for his country and community and the United States Government. We all have lost a great man and I have lost a wonderful and faithful friendship. God bless you and rest in eternal peace.
I am so sorry to get this message. When I lived in Philippi I knew him, through my sister. We were not firends, but Philippi is a small town.
My sincere regrets.
Lee