of Texarkana, TX
August 23, 1948 - July 22, 2009
Terry Foran, age 60, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at a Texarkana hospital. Terry was born on August 23, 1948 in Helena, Arkansas. Mr. Foran was a long time professional, independent, horse trainer. Mr. Foran is a member of the Turner Baptist Church of Turner, Arkansas. He is preceded in death by his father, Leon Foran and one sister, Joy Smith.
Survivors include his mother, Mary Catherine Foran; two brothers and one sister-in-law, Donald Foran, and Ray and Linda Foran, all of Marvell, Arkansas; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Jean and Larry Everhart of Austin, Arkansas, Gail and Gene Gooch of Brandon, Mississippi, Linda and Hal Parker of Bolton, Mississippi; and a host of nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and a number of friends.
Visitation will be held at the Bates Rolf Chapel in New Boston, Texas on Thursday, July 23, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Mr. Foran will have visitation from 10:00 a.m. till 11:00 a.m., and funeral services at 11:00 a.m. at the Turner Baptist Church in Turner, Arkansas, on July 25, 2009, with the Reverend Rodger Hooker officiating. Interment will be at the Turner Cemetery in Turner, Arkansas.
Pallbearers are Andy Hill, Randle Foran, Bruiser Pryor, Terry Collins, Cameron Parker and Brandon Parker.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
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27 Condolence(s)
Melanie & Cathy Patton
Friday, July 31, 2009
Our hearts are with Terry's family. Cathy learned a lot about barrel racing from him. He will be missed by the many friends that he had.
Dina Reynolds
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
I, like so many others, were honored to have known Terry through the horse industry and barrel racing world. It was not up until the last year or so that I really got to know Terry and his hauling buddies. I feel so honored to have known him and will have a special memory of an awesome conversation we shared at a barrel race in Marshall this last time he was having tests ran. Terry shared with me at that time that he was fine with any outcome in his life and there were far more worse things than death. He told me he had lived a wonderful life and he was at peace! I never dreamed that conversation would mean so much to me.
Terry was very kind to me, always made me laugh and I never knew what to expect him to say with that quick sense of humor. Yes, he was honest that's for sure! If you didn't want his opion, you had better not ask! I have always admired the way he handled his horses and how they worked!
We have lost a great friend, person and a great trainer but Heaven has gained a very precious gift!! I know for sure he is up there riding with the other great trainers and has more than his share of horses to train and win on!
Many prayers and heartfelt hugs to the Foran family for the loss of a wonderful person!
Betty Story
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
I am so sadden to hear That Terry had passed away. My heart goes out to Aunt Bit and all of the rest of the family. I will always remember all of the great times we had growing up. He was a great cousin and friend.
Sonja White
Monday, July 27, 2009
This is a heartfelt wish for Terry's family to remember him as one of the greatest people I know and a wonderful friend who encouraged and helped EVERONE! I will truly miss him!
Sonja White
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Sean O'Brian
Monday, July 27, 2009
Well I guess I pulled threw another day here at your place working. Its so lonely now, I don't have you here to fight, or jst joke around or even getting your horses saddle for u to ride. I miss you so much, there haven't being a day that I can't stop think about you. Its so hard to put a smile on my face now. But I know we being threw alot and I know you will be looking down on me. I miss you Terry....
Gail Kizer
Monday, July 27, 2009
I'm not sure they have come up with a word to adequately describe Terry. He was certainly one in a million. He was as good a horseman as they come. I never heard Terry boast or complement himself in any way. He could communicate with a horse in a very special way and he certainly had an eye for a good horse. He has a host of friends who love him very much and I feel honored to say that I am one of them.
We are certainly going to miss Terry.
Tina Love
Monday, July 27, 2009
Terry will be dearly missed, he was always so kind with words of wisdom. He helped me so much years ago, and have been dear friends ever since. It won't be the same without him but will no longer be suffering with pain anymore. Love ya Terry.
Merrill O'Neal
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Wish I could have been there to say goodbye to Terry one more time. I am in New Orleans taking care of my Mother who has Altheimers.Terry was a good friend to me and always encouraged me when I was down and was glad when I did good. He rode horses for me and was very special. He kidded me alot. I loved him and will miss him. Always,Peanut
Lynn Feathers
Sunday, July 26, 2009
What a great loss to both the barrel horse world, but for any and all who had the pleasure of knowing Terry! His smile will always be remembered, and the genuine caring behind that smile was so very evident. I thank God that he is at peace, and feeling "Great" and probably winning a barrel race right now!
Debbye Dyer
Sunday, July 26, 2009
I'll miss you so much Terry. You always made me laugh with your great stories. Even when you would have maybe 10 people following around behind you like little duckies, you'd take the time to come by my trailer and tell me something you and Marilyn had done or gotten into.
I know today you have great horses to ride and you've got the angels rolling with laughter.
Fran Devereux Smith
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Dear Foran Family.
So sorry to hear of your loss. Terry has been a wonderful friend through the years, as well as an outstanding horseman, and I greatly admired his skill. My thoughts are with you.
Fran Devereux Smith
Donna Martin and Jason Martin
Saturday, July 25, 2009
You were one in a million Terry!! You will be missed both in and out of the arena.. Our prayers are with your family. God Bless!!
Wanda Bush
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Dear Foran Family, please know that our hearts are with you at this very sad time in your lives. Terry was the best barrel horse trainer that have ever known in all my 66 years! He took my daughter (Sonja Johnston White) and not only trained her, but also her three winning horses! We were so glad that he was able to see them run successfully at the big Texarkana show! And he was so happy and helpful, as always!!! We will miss him so much - there will never be another like Terry!
Jason Mebane
Friday, July 24, 2009
Terry was was like a brother to and a best friend. He was a great inspiration to me. He will forever be in my heart.
Jane Dearing Dennis
Friday, July 24, 2009
Terry, along with Donald, was instrumental in teaching me to ride horses and compete in horse shows many years ago. He was a special friend and a unique person.. I am so saddened that we have lost him, but I know he's saddling up and riding on ahead. God bless.
Patricia Hindsley Beard
Friday, July 24, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go to the Foran family at this time. Eventhough, I only knew Terry in Junior High, I still saw the kindness of his heart , at that very young age. He will truely be missed!!
Judy Brown & Family
Friday, July 24, 2009
I am thankful that Terry did not have to suffer very long with this last diagnosis and most thankful that he recovered the first time and was able to ride again; that had to have been a blessing to him. He was a blessing to all of us and he will be greatly missed.
Cecilia Campbell
Friday, July 24, 2009
Terry was a ONE OF A KIND, most honest Barrel horse trainer in the business, great friend for 37 yrs. Loved by all and will be missed dearly. WE LOVE YOU TERRY
Cecilia Campbell
JAN OXNER & FAMILY
Friday, July 24, 2009
I LOVE YOU AND WILL FOREVER MISS YOU SO MUCH.
Cody Slider Hughes
Friday, July 24, 2009
My Prayers are with all of Terry's family and many friends!!
Terry has been a huge part of my life since I was about 10. Mom asked him if he would be willing to give me riding lessons, at which that time he replied to her "if you would get her off that Junk and buy her a real horse she wouldn't need riding lessons." From that moment on Terry took me under his wing. There is no doubt without his countless hours of riding with me, I would not have been so successful during my high school rodeo days. Dan was a nice horse, but Terry no doubt made him Great!! He taught me so much about barrel racing, horsemanship, sportsmanship, and Life in general. If he would have ever sent me a bill for the hours he spent with me or my horses, I don't think winning the lotto could have bailed me out.
I can comfort in knowing he is no longer suffering. I am sure by now, he has several horses saddled ready to ride. His one of a kind smile, laugh, advice, and HONESTY will be missed Greatly!!
I love you Terry!!
Nita Foran Reed
Friday, July 24, 2009
To My Aunt and Cousins,
I want you to know how deeply saddened I am to hear of Terry's passing. I received a phone call from my niece telling me that she read the obituary. I went online and got more information on it myself.
I wish I could be with you guys at this time, but you should know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I've thought about Terry all day and remember his beautiful smile that he always had.
I will miss my cousin dearly. The only consolation in this is knowing that he's not suffering anymore and is in a better place. Also knowing that he is with his grandparents, dad, sister, and other relatives brings a little piece of mind.
I love you guys dearly and hope you can pick up the pieces and go on with your lives.
Love,
Nita
Jim and Karen Rowe
Friday, July 24, 2009
To the family and friends of Terry: our prayers and hearts go out to you. Terry was a very special and remarkable man, and we are all better horsemen, and better people for having known and loved him.
Karen and Jim
rose paige
Friday, July 24, 2009
So sorry to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of Terry in High School. My prayers are with you.
Lynda Brooks Bailey
Friday, July 24, 2009
Foran Family, My heart and prayers go out to you in your loss. Terry was always so much fun in high school. I know you will miss him.
Lynda Brooks Bailey
Sue Ann Dunlap Tomayko
Thursday, July 23, 2009
I was saddened to hear of Terry's death. I have many wonderful memories of Terry and the Foran Family from Turner Baptist Church, Good Luck School and Marvell High School. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Sue Ann
Michael and Sherry Wooten
Thursday, July 23, 2009
My heart is sad over losing a precious one that was like a brother to me.
Mary Kay Rohrscheib
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Dear Foran Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Terry passing away. He was a great guy and friend. I know he will be missed by many people. May the Lord bless and be with each of you during this time.
Mary Kay