Mr. Lee Russell Terrell Jr.

Mr. Lee Russell Terrell, Jr age 82, a resident of Montgomery, AL., passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025, at a local hospital. A Celebration of Life service will be held at Arrowhead Country Club on September 20, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Lee was born on October 23, 1942, in Montgomery, Alabama. He served his country proudly in the United States Army and went on to work as the Chief of Test & Evaluation for the United States Air Force for 32 years at Gunter Annex and then later for another 12 years as a government contractor. Lee was a force in life and a felt presence after his passing. Lee had a kind word for all, a direct look when warranted, and a smile that could break the ice followed by an extended hand of fellowship. His loyalty, when won, was unbreakable and his tenacity knew no bounds. Born in Montgomery, AL., it was to that city he would return to raise his two sons. It was also there that he met the love of his life, Carl Stokes. 36 plus years later, their love maintained and grew and radiated to all, nurturing and building a community of friends and found family. Lee served on the board of MAO for many years. For those who knew Lee, they had the privilege of knowing someone who has been a driving force in the Gunter IT Community. Lee started Montgomery Industry Partners as a gathering of a few people in his office on Friday mornings for coffee and donuts. Over time that half dozen group grew to an extended group of almost 300 people from government and industry alike. Lee was truly one of those people who you could never forget if you met him. His personality was tremendous without being overwhelming. And whenever he came across someone he didn't know, he was quick to offer his hand in friendship and was the most welcoming man you could imagine. For those of you who may not have known Lee, you missed a one of a kind person. He leaves a gap in our community, and a sense of loss in our hearts. Lee was preceded in death by his son Kevin Brian Terrell. He leaves behind to cherish his memories the love of his life, Carl Stokes, his son Larry Terrell (Dusty), sister Joan Terrell Schade, his loving grandchildren Erin Terrell-DeVore (Tye), Emma Terrell (Alex Noble), and Ezra Terrell, his great-grandchildren Luca & Marley Noble, along with his mother-in-law Brooka Stokes and nieces and nephews and many friends. Brookside Funeral Home, Crematorium & Memorial Gardens of Millbrook, AL directing.