Terrence David Christian, 41, of Springfield, Missouri was born in Steubenville Ohio.
August 25, 1971 and departed this life on July 15, 2013. Terrence, was known as “TC” to many that knew and loved him.
“TC” is survived by his parents, Willa and William Dudley, wife Jennifer Jones Christian and daughter Madison Jones, sons Trey and Tevin Christian of Springfield , daughter Taylor Christian Zdan, one brother Tremont Dudley and wife Stephanie, two sisters Sherri Dudley Pleasant and husband Greg Pleasant, and Tiffany Christian, all of Ohio, his grandfather Charles Young. Several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, and many friends he also called family.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Elizabeth M. Smith, Robert E. Smith and Christine and Theodore Dudley.
Terrence played football for Steubenville high school, went to college on a scholarship to play for West Liberty University and Glenville State. After moving to Missouri he played semi-pro football for the Springfield Rifles. “TC” coached mighty-mites football for many years, volunteered for Parkview Vikings OFL league and was hired last year at Glendale High school to help coach Varsity football. This was the “dream job” he had always hoped for. He was always on the football field constantly mentoring, encouraging, teaching and building his players and team up.
As his full time occupation Terrence was working with mentally challenged teenagers at Arc of The Ozarks. “TC” had a gift. He wanted to change lives one person at a time…and he did!
Terrence was a dedicated family man and he wanted to be with his loved ones as much as possible. He had a passion for football and the Arts. He will be remembered for his beautiful contagious smile, his dancing, his positive outlook on life, words of wisdom, compassion, patience and his dedication to his family and his friends. He was a remarkable father, son, brother and an amazing husband.
Visitation will be from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Thursday, July 18, 2013 at Greenlawn Funeral Home-East, Springfield, MO. Funeral services will be at 3:00 P.M. Friday, July 19, 2013 at the funeral home. Burial will be at Rivermonte Memorial Gardens, Springfield, MO following the service.