Birth date: Feb 10, 1964 Death date: Jul 27, 2022
Terry Wayne Carpenter, age 58, of Miami Beach, FL (formerly of Atlanta, GA) entered into eternity on July 27, 2022. He will be sadly missed and will always hold a special place in our hearts. He was preceded in death by his sister Read Obituary
Missing you lots today!♥️ Go Braves!
Terry, You inspired me often. You taught me to always be myself regardless of any judgment from anyone else. You loved me. Hard. Mistakes didn’t matter with you. You showed me that being Christlike is more about loving others than anything else and you practiced that daily. You helped me grow up in learning how to create my own belief system in more ways than I can count and you shaped who I am today in my open mindedness and learning how to express that same love you showered on everyone around you. You never met a stranger including the pizza man you made find us at night on the beach and you made every single trip I made to see you or you made to GA so memorable. You showed me a whole new world of Miami that I never would’ve found on my own and I’m so grateful that I get to pass that along to everyone I bring to your beautiful beach. There are so many laughs shared between us, from stealing my dads entire cake he wrapped up at Christmas to making fun of Mike snoring the second he sat down on the couch to the delusional tired laughter at 3 AM because we didn’t know when we’d see each other again. You truly were the life of the party and the light in every room. Your antics are unmatched and whenever my redneck neighbors are frustrating, I’ll remember your advice of hanging up the pride flag. I’m so grateful for our transparent relationship we developed in my adult life where I could always be 100% raw with you and you could do the same. I will so deeply miss our philosophical and religious heart to hearts and sending stupid TikTok’s back and forth. You were the best uncle anyone could have asked for. I will always love you and I hope there are rollback specials for you in heaven to think of me and smile.
In 2003, 19 years and a half ago, I met the most loving, caring, compassionate, and humble human being, Terry. I used to live in Chattanooga, TN. When I met Terry, he lived in Atlanta, GA. I used to drive about 2 hours south to see him, and he would go 2 hours north the following week to see me. That happened for the next couple of months until he asked if I wanted to be his partner, to which I replied, yes! I remember playing a special song for us (in the arms of an angel), and I told him, " Yes, you know what that means, right? And he said all I know is that you are the right person for me. I said we'll always be together forever, no matter what. He smiled back at me and said I love you, and I told him together forever, no matter what. Since then, we have lived in our little world full of love, kindness, and fun. He was my best friend; I could tell him anything, and he would never judge me but love me instead. Terry had the most beautiful heart and would always do anything to make me happy. He always lived life to the fullest. His favorite hobby was sitting at the beach under the umbrella. He liked staring at the sky, the ocean, and the birds while listening to his favorite trance music. He was always amazed at nature and how beautiful it was.
He loved his family so much, especially his sister Marlene who had passed many years ago and had left Terry a wound that never healed; he always missed his beloved sister Marlene. Terry enjoyed the company of her sister Michelle so much as they spent many hours on the beach when Michelle visited us; they used to reminisce about their lives when they were younger. They also went to ballgames together here in Miami as well as Atlanta.
My heart is wrenching today, but I am praying to God to give me the strength I need to overcome this pain. I know it is hard and is part of the process I know.
Terry, I am here to say you are still my baby boy, my soulmate. I want to say that I kept my promise and loved you no matter what, and we will always be together forever.
Rest in the heavens, my darling; we will meet again.
Roberto,
Howard and I are absolutely heartbroken over Terry's sudden and unexpected passing. Please know that we are holding you close in our hearts and praying for peace. We also send our condolences to his family and beautiful friends...may his amazing light shine forever!
*Terry*
Life is a song – sing it.
Life is a game – play it.
Life is a challenge – meet it.
Life is a dream – realize it.
Life is a sacrifice – offer it.
Life is love – enjoy it. <3
And as Terry would say to me:
"Kisses"
Sincerely,
Sharon and Howard Lee
Terry loved life and lived for the moment. He truly lived every day as though it were his last enjoying each day to it's fullest. He loved to entertain, always putting on a show. He was so generous, extremely hard working, and had a heart of gold. Sunsets on the beach and listening to Trance was one of his favorite pastime hobbies and some of my best memories. Roberto was truly the love of his life and his love for him was unconditional. Terry's dream was to go to Mexico and when he finally got to go it was like watching a kid in a candy store, he was glowing, he was in paradise! Terry was the best friend anyone could ever wish for, honest, loyal, dependable, trustworthy, funny, truly a unique and amazing individual. He was larger than life, his shoes can not be filled, may you in peace my dear friend.💙
