He was born in Blytheville, AR to William Earl Downing and Bertha Charlene Mullins on June 21, 1949.
Terry attended Brewer High School and later joined the United States Army where he served Honorably and was awarded multiple medals including a Purple Heart. He was also a Silver Star recipient.
Terry worked in construction and in his free time enjoyed singing, playing Bingo and dominos.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Charlene Downing, father, Bill Downing and sister, Pat Green.
Terry is survived by his daughter, Mignonne Renee Ledger and husband Kevin; grandchildren, Ian Michael Ledger and Mackenzie Renee Ledger; siblings, Sherry Beck, Andy Downing and wife Cheryl, Laura Downing, Julie Vincent and husband Kent and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
