Rev. Dr. Terry L. Grove

Reverend Doctor Terry Grove, age 78, of Winter Springs, passed away on December 5, 2020. Terry is survived by his wife Carol of 56 years, his children Scott (Hang) and Kelly (Steven), his grandchildren Aubrey and Carter and siblings Priscilla (Tom) and Chris (Claudia). He was predeceased by both of his parents, James and Mildred Grove. Terry was born and grew up in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Terry graduated from Hollidaysburg High School in 1960, Juniata College in 1964 where he continued to support the college serving on various committees after graduation. He received his Master of Divinity Degree in 1967 and Doctorate of Ministry in 1985 from Bethany Theological School in Illinois. He began his career in ministry at the Carson Valley Church of the Brethren in 1950 where he was licensed and then ordained in 1967. As a pastor he served Church of the Brethren congregations in Pennsylvania, Washington, Indiana,and the United Church of Christ congregation in Florida. He celebrated 50 years of ministry in 2017. His career also included more than 20 years of work for church World Service and CROP opening offices for them in New Jersey and Florida. Terry's semi-retired service continued as the District Executive of the Atlantic Southeast District church of the Brethren covering the state of Florida. He was dearly loved and respected by the people he worked with in this capacity. Terry was an active participant in the Boy Scouts of America starting at 9 years of age and until the day he passed. As an adult he served as a Scout leader and through the years was on many committees supporting the Boy Scouts. He received many awards through his years of service, such as the God and Country Award and Eagle Scout Award. Terry was most proud of the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award he received from the National Eagle Scout Association. Terry's passion was golfing and would never turn down an invitation to golf with his friends. He golfed at least 3 times a week and finally scored his age of 78 just a few weeks before he passed. Terry loved the Pittsburgh Steelers! From his years of growing up in Pennsylvania until his death he never gave up on them. He is probably watching from above now and still telling them how to do it right. He will be forever loved and in our thoughts -- Carol, Scott & Kelly. The family of Terry Grove invites you to leave a message of condolence on the Tribute Wall created in his memory. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Second Harvest Food Bank by following this link: URL http://www.feedhopenow.org/goto/TerryGrove Funeral Services are entrusted to DeGusipe Funeral Home, on Saturday, January 9, 2020 beginning at 1:30pm to 3:00pm. Funeral Service is virtual only no visitation.

Rev. Dr. Terry L. Grove

May 13, 1942 - December 5, 2020