Mr. Terrence “Terry” Little, age 83, of Murray, Kentucky, passed away, Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the Anna Mae Owen Residential Hospice House in Murray, Kentucky.
Terry was born on July 31, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois. His parents, who are deceased, were John W. Little and Anna Marie Hogan. He has a younger sister, Jeanne Dodge of Eurica, Illinois and was preceded in death by four younger brothers, James W. Little, Douglas F. Radcliffe, Thomas A. Radcliffe, and Michael C. Little. He is survived by his wife of more than 55 years, Judi M. Little; as well three daughters, Teresa L. Osthaus of Omaha, Nebraska, Tamera L. Jones of Fort Myers, Florida, and Kathleen M. VanDerHarst of Mundelein, Illinois. He left eight grandchildren, six great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Terry served four years in the United States Navy with two years being on the USS Magoffin (APA-199) as a Hospital Corpsman and he attained the rank of HM-2. Most of his working life he was involved with training, instructional design, and management. He and his wife retired in 2004 and moved to Murray.
Terry was best known for his civic photography and his semi regular time as host of the Morning Program on WNBS. He was also recognized by his colorful shoes, socks, and glasses. In 2009, Playhouse in the Park named him volunteer of the year, and he received the Playhouse Icon award in 2010. He also received the Chamber of Commerce Presidents award that year. In 2015 he was named Murray Citizen of the Year, and in 2018 he was named Hometown Hero.
Terry was an active member of the Murray Rotary Club and served 13 years as secretary and vice chairman of the Calloway County Protection District. He was very involved at Playhouse and the Film Burners Photo Club.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the J.H. Churchill Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Bob Valentine, John Dale, and Mark Welch officiating. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the J.H. Churchill Funeral Home & Cremation Services.
Expressions of sympathy can be made to Playhouse in the Park, 907 Arcadia Circle, Murray, Kentucky 42071 or to Murray Calloway County Needline, 638 South 4th Street, Murray, Kentucky 42071.
Online condolences can be made at www.jhchurchill.com.
