John Terry dies founder of Terry-Durin Company
John Terry founder and retired president of the Terry-Durin Company died in his sleep Friday at about 7 am. He was 80. Born near Fairfax on Sept. 4, 1877, he moved with his family to Cedar Rapids, attended Washington High, and later worked for a telephone company. He led the J. B. Kerry Company, which became Terry-Durin in 1999, and held leadership roles in local business and civic groups. Surviving are his relatives. services set for 3:30 pm Monday at Turner Chapel.
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