Jo Terrill West of Dallas died Wednesday morning, May 28, 2008 at her home, surrounded by her children and family, after a courageous battle with cancer.
West was born Oct. 3, 1938 in Wichita Falls to James and Mabel Terrill. She graduated high school in Wichita Falls, and later attended college at Oklahoma University. She married Reece West, also from Wichita Falls, on Nov. 7, 1959.
In addition to being a wonderful wife and mother, West was also very active in many civic and charitable organizations in Wichita Falls. After she moved to Dallas in 2001, she focused her volunteer efforts on HIV prevention and education organizations, most notably Legacy Counseling Center and the Resource Center of Dallas, where she served on the agency's board of directors. West was also an active supporter of DIFFA Dallas and the Dallas/Fort Worth Black Tie Dinner, both of which raise funds for the fight against AIDS.
After being diagnosed with cancer, West began treatment but rarely slowed her busy schedule and many activities. She never met a stranger and all who had the privilege of meeting her were instantly drawn to her amazing personality, warmth and smile.
West was proceeded in death by her parents, James and Mabel Terrill.
A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held Saturday, May 31 at 2 p.m. at the Sparkman-Hillcrest Chapel in Dallas. Donations can be made in West's memory to Legacy Counseling Center of Dallas, the Utopia Animal Rescue Ranch or Uptown Players in Dallas.
West was born Oct. 3, 1938 in Wichita Falls to James and Mabel Terrill. She graduated high school in Wichita Falls, and later attended college at Oklahoma University. She married Reece West, also from Wichita Falls, on Nov. 7, 1959.
In addition to being a wonderful wife and mother, West was also very active in many civic and charitable organizations in Wichita Falls. After she moved to Dallas in 2001, she focused her volunteer efforts on HIV prevention and education organizations, most notably Legacy Counseling Center and the Resource Center of Dallas, where she served on the agency's board of directors. West was also an active supporter of DIFFA Dallas and the Dallas/Fort Worth Black Tie Dinner, both of which raise funds for the fight against AIDS.
After being diagnosed with cancer, West began treatment but rarely slowed her busy schedule and many activities. She never met a stranger and all who had the privilege of meeting her were instantly drawn to her amazing personality, warmth and smile.
West was proceeded in death by her parents, James and Mabel Terrill.
A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held Saturday, May 31 at 2 p.m. at the Sparkman-Hillcrest Chapel in Dallas. Donations can be made in West's memory to Legacy Counseling Center of Dallas, the Utopia Animal Rescue Ranch or Uptown Players in Dallas.
Jo Terrill West of Dallas died Wednesday morning, May 28, 2008 at her home, surrounded by her children and family, after a courageous battle with cancer.
West was born Oct. 3, 1938 in Wichita Falls to James and Mabel Terrill. She graduated high school in Wichita Falls, and later attended college at Oklahoma University. She married Reece West, also from Wichita Falls, on Nov. 7, 1959.
In addition to being a wonderful wife and mother, West was also very active in many civic and charitable organizations in Wichita Falls. After she moved to Dallas in 2001, she focused her volunteer efforts on HIV prevention and education organizations, most notably Legacy Counseling Center and the Resource Center of Dallas, where she served on the agency's board of directors. West was also an active supporter of DIFFA Dallas and the Dallas/Fort Worth Black Tie Dinner, both of which raise funds for the fight against AIDS.
After being diagnosed with cancer, West began treatment but rarely slowed her busy schedule and many activities. She never met a stranger and all who had the privilege of meeting her were instantly drawn to her amazing personality, warmth and smile.
West was proceeded in death by her parents, James and Mabel Terrill.
A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held Saturday, May 31 at 2 p.m. at the Sparkman-Hillcrest Chapel in Dallas. Donations can be made in West's memory to Legacy Counseling Center of Dallas, the Utopia Animal Rescue Ranch or Uptown Players in Dallas.
West was born Oct. 3, 1938 in Wichita Falls to James and Mabel Terrill. She graduated high school in Wichita Falls, and later attended college at Oklahoma University. She married Reece West, also from Wichita Falls, on Nov. 7, 1959.
In addition to being a wonderful wife and mother, West was also very active in many civic and charitable organizations in Wichita Falls. After she moved to Dallas in 2001, she focused her volunteer efforts on HIV prevention and education organizations, most notably Legacy Counseling Center and the Resource Center of Dallas, where she served on the agency's board of directors. West was also an active supporter of DIFFA Dallas and the Dallas/Fort Worth Black Tie Dinner, both of which raise funds for the fight against AIDS.
After being diagnosed with cancer, West began treatment but rarely slowed her busy schedule and many activities. She never met a stranger and all who had the privilege of meeting her were instantly drawn to her amazing personality, warmth and smile.
West was proceeded in death by her parents, James and Mabel Terrill.
A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held Saturday, May 31 at 2 p.m. at the Sparkman-Hillcrest Chapel in Dallas. Donations can be made in West's memory to Legacy Counseling Center of Dallas, the Utopia Animal Rescue Ranch or Uptown Players in Dallas.
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