Name: Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home
Address: Killeen, TX

Will always be my Pastors….The good Shepherd’s and my church family. Miss you so very much!

Pastor Terry and Pastor Jan. I’m all grown up now and still find myself thinking of you two and the impact that you had on my life. I was lost for so long but I’ve found the way now and I like to think that you’re up there rooting for me and guiding me in the right direction ❤️ You guys left your mark on the ministry world and left a legacy that still lives on. Wait for me, for we will see each other again someday soon, Love you guys and always thinking about y’all 🙏🏽

I first visited Grace Christian Center in 1995 and knew instantly that this was truly a ministry of God. Pastors Jan and Terry were so warm and welcoming I couldn't imagine ever wanting to be anywhere else.
Unfortunately, I married a soldier and we moved to Co.
I was visiting my daughter in San Antonio when I heard the news.
I praise God for the hundreds of souls this amazing couple helped to  come to Christ Jesus.

From our very first visit on, we knew we had found our church home. A Pastor Terry and Pastor Jan were so warm and loving, they made us feel so welcome. ♥U both

Though it has been a while now, my wife and I have only today learned of Pastor Terry and Pastor Jan's home-going.  Wow, what they have meant to our lives!  We met them in 1989 at GCC.  I was a 20 year old kid with a wife and 2 babies.  I had been ignoring a ministerial call that was on my life, and I had been away from God.  The day we walked into Grace we knew it was a special place.  As Pastor Terry taught that first Sunday, my heart bore witness that "this" was what I had been looking for.  The Word of faith, that day, became home for me.  Though we were only there for 20 months because of the military, God established some things in my wife and I that we have held onto ever since.  My wife and I laugh at how, for years after being at Grace, when I would ask her a question she would begin with, "well Jan says"....!  My, how much she taught us as well. I can honestly say that no two people have ever been the right people, at the right time, in the right place, in our lives more than Pastor Terry and Jan were from December of 1989 to July of 1991. Since our lives and ministry are based in Mississippi, we have only been able to get back to Grace a few times over the years, but Pastor Terry and Jan always somehow recognized and remembered us!  We have always wanted to conduct our ministry in such a way that Jesus was pleased first, obviously, but I have always hoped that if they were still in our lives they would be proud of what God is doing with us!  That is how much they mean to us!  Toby Bryant

I just found your tribute page.  I attended Rhema with Terry and was also former law enforcement.  He and I became "buds" in Tulsa.  Study partners, Rhema Maroon football teammates, and friends.  While saddened to learn of their passing, I look forward to our reunion with our Lord.  Thank you very much for this page.  He and Jan where special people.  
Bob Shaw
4 September 2014

From minister Arthur Simmons,

The teaching, preaching, and leadership  that these spiritual leaders provided for the ministry, local church, and family about how to depend on the LORD, and look to Him (not humanity/the arm of flesh) for everything, (whether they are here on this earth or not) has cause them to move forward stronger and wiser than before. The ministry, church, and family have continued to grow stronger and wiser because of the foundation and continual training their pastors provided and projected to them. Our God is sovereign, and He gets the glory out of the tragedy the church, ministry, and family went through as Christians. When we (humans) do not know the whys of this life, God gives us (His people) the ability to face and deal with adverse situations, and the power to move forward and grow in spite of the oppositions of this life. I pray that they all will continue to grow at God's speed!

the day my husband and met pastors terry and jan will always be i my heart.we had just arrived at Ft.hood,after spending 3 yrs overseas with the milatary.we were entered to pastor terry from a friend we had met.they were attending grace at that time.they wre our spirirual parents.they are ow with my husband who passed away 15th of dec 2012

I just learned of Pastor Terry & Jan's tragic accident but the one thing I know and remember Pastor Terry always saying at the end of service was "I know I'm ready, are you" because he wanted to ensure everyone was saved before they walked out of the door!  Thank you for all of the wonderful and touching sermons!  You all will be missed and I am so sorry I am just learning of this accident.

Terry and Jan. I will never forget you, or what I learned at Grace. Even though it's been many years, don't think that your impact on my life wasn't appreciated. Grace Christian Center: "May their memory be a blessing to you always, and to the ones they loved as well". God bless You, Grace Christian Center.

Terry and Jan were my spiritual parents. They literally changed my life. Introduced me to Jesus, fed me the richness of God's word, married my husband (Eric) and I 20 years ago and dedicated our oldest daughter to the Lord. I know they are with Jesus and marveling at everything heaven has to offer. I miss them deeply every day, but I know I will see them again one day !

I will see them again, until then, I will miss them.

To my Pastors and friends, Mr. Terry & Mrs. Jan Whitley. 
I still can remember the day I became a member of Grace Christian, so long ago. It seemed like yesterday, I remember the day I was asked to visit with them in t back with Pastor Jan; she and I share a piece of Chocolate bar as we talked then Pastor Terry came in the office and shook my hand he then said I remember your face in the community helping and guiding others, I am so proud of you. Pastor Jan said as she was giving me a hug. If you ever need Pastor or I just call us. Every time I called or went to the church they always had time for me. I have many angels in my life, now I can add two more. I can always feel their prayers for me. I will miss them dearly. I just moved to Salado, they were invited to come and BLESS my Home. However, I can still feel their spirit and prayers. I am not alone. I will miss them very much!!!

You've made it home. Oh how the angels rejoice! Jesus is there to welcome you into his holy presence. Our tears are of joy even though you are cherished in our hearts and memories. We loved you but God loved you all best. Rest in eternal peace. We shall meet again!

Three of the most wonderful people we know are now enjoying the splendor of heaven. While we were PCSing to Fort Hood from JBLM, we prayed for a church in Killeen that we would call our home church. God answered our prayer by taking us to Grace. Pastor Terry and Pastor Jan welcomed us with warm hugs and beautiful smiles. That was January 2012 and we became official members soon after. It was just over a year of fellowship but we will always cherish you in our hearts. We also remember Pastor Terry declaring 2013 as a blessed year for it is the year of completion. Indeed, our beloved Pastors, you have completed everything what God wanted you to do. We will always be honored to have you as our shepherds. From our hearts, Moses/Maria, Joshua and Matthew Baglan

“ Somewhere a journey begins at the end of the worldly existence we know, 
Somewhere a path stretches over the stars, and rivers of memories flow,
Somewhere a silence is heard far away and the brightness of day fills the night,
Where the trials of life are resolved into peace - - -
When a soul finds its way to the light. “

Extending deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family,

I am deeply sorry for your loss.  I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

I consider paster terry my friend in my time at grace we hunted together prayed together ate together and through their minestry I became a child of the living god and will be with them in heaven, praying for the church family

                                                                 sam j saladino

I cherish the time we were able to have with you. You both were a blessing to our family. After each service my husband would say, "Man, I LOVE Pastor Terry!" That's really big for him.  We learned how to really love by watching the wonderful examples you displayed from week to week. Know that you both are loved and adored. Until we meet again pastors...

Pastor Terry and Pastor Jan two of the most genuine people I know.  I love their sweetness and love.  The true meaning of what God's love is all about.  I Know you are smiling down from Heaven as you see all the love that is here for you.  I pray that what you have started wherever you placed your feet will continue.  To Grace Christian Center stay strong keep the vision and continue to be Blessed.  Pastor Terry and Pastor Jan you will be forever in my heart and I'm sure in the hearts of everyone who's ever come in contact with you.  I will definitely look you up when I get there. Love You!

Our Condolence to the family and church family.  My husband and I were blessed to be a part of the Worship Service and meet Pastor Terry and his beautiful wife Jan in July this year.  

We told Pastor Terry & Lady Jan that if we lived in Killeen that we would definitely have joined the church that day.  Pastor Terry actually gave us a card to join them for dinner and we laughed and said we would be back next year just to have dinner them them :)  We are very blessed to have had the opportunity to meet and fellowship with Pastor Terry & Lady Jan.  We feel like we've lost a loved one as well.  We are confident that we will see them again one day.  

Our love and prayers are with their family and church family...we felt the love and oneness in the church the moment we walked in.

Peace and Love,
Calvin & Leona Moore
Clinton, MD

To Pastor Terry and Pastor Jan's children and  grandchild:
Thank you for sharing with us such wonderful parents, grandparents and servants of our Lord Jesus Christ. They will be sorely missed...my prayer is for the amazing love of God to embrace you everyday and give you the strength, and peace that surpasses all understanding.

The Body of Christ is lifting Grace Christian Center and the families of your Pastors up in the time of mourning.

Pastor Terry & Jan,
You've been my pastors and spiritual parents since 1985.  I love and adore you both deeply.   You've affected my life tremendously.  Though you are no longer with us physically I will always remember you both and cherish your teachings.  Your legacy will live on.

Pastors Terry and Jan,
You touched our lives in a way that changed us. The God in you both taught us both much. We love and appreciate you both.
Maggie Johnson and Aundrea Barton

Both of the Whitleys truly touched my heart!  They will be greatly missed by many!

We know that you are cheering us on from the grandstands of heaven! Praying for the family and church to carry on and increase.

You both have truly Blessed our family. You showed us how much we were loved and valued. Thank you for sharing your Love for Our Father with us. We love you dearly and will miss you so much.

They will be greatly missed. Our prayers go out to the Whitley family.

What a great loss of two special servants of God. Heaven has gained two precious jewels. Terry and I held our first revival together in 1976 at 1st. Assembly in Hamilton, Shot my first deer with Terry at Briggs, Texas in 1979.
Always enjoyed their fellowship and have been blessed to have know these two servants of God. Will see you both soon. Prayers with all Whitley family.
Randy @ Sharon Holtzclaw

I will miss your Sunday services, which were always inspirational to me.  Your understanding/knowledge of God's words and how it relates to our everyday life was what I needed in my life.

On behalf of my family, {Brona Gay, Ercell Bennett, Sandra Hale)  we send our condolences to the families of Pastor Terry and Jan Whitley.  May God's loving arms hold and comfort you at this time of bereavement. (We are the family of Carolanne and Will Mclean)

With our deep and sincere sympathy.  We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
 George & Anne (Hesskew) vanWesten 
 Temple, TX

We will truly miss you........It was a pleasure having you in our life. Luis and Emerita Ramirez, Killeen, TX.

It's my prayer that god continue to bless the Whitley family

Our continued prayers for strength and comfort to family and friends.

Always a man of the word. May God keep their family. Take your rest for you have fought a good fight.

To the Whitley family, our condolences and prayers go out to you and the congregation. We trust that your faith will remain strong even when questions remain unanswered. You have a God who loves you and friends who are standing by your side. The Cross Culture Church Family sends our love during this difficult period of your lives. 

Woodrow Walker___ Senior Pastor (Lithonia, Georgia)

On behalf of the family at  Faith Christian Center in Seekonk, MA and Donna Smith who together with her late husband Sam Smith founded Faith Christian Center, we send our love, condolences and prayers for Terry and Jan's family and for the congregation.

We were saddened to hear of the deaths of the Whitleys.  Even as funeral directors, we find it difficult to comprehend such a tragedy.  Please know that our staff shares prayers and best wishes with you all.
Rick Berardinelli, Managing Partner
Berardinelli Family Funeral Service in Santa Fe

Our love and prayers to the family of Pastors Terry and Jan Whitley, we know you are in your heavenly home at rest and at peace, my the love life and light of Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit continue to strengthen your family friends and congregation now and always.  
Andrea Johnson

With our deepest and sincere sympathies.  You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bill Martinez and Staff.  Stanfill Funeral Home, Miami, FL

I may well be the first to send condolences from Hutchinson MN.  We are so sad to hear the news of the deaths of Terry and Jan.  They were our first Pastors here in Hutchinson in the beginning of Word of Life church some 34 years ago.  I remember their enthusiasm and excitement as they ministered in the power of the Holy Spirit.  There was a sweet and gentle spirit that they brought, sharing in the love if Jesus.  It was a long time ago but they left a wonderful mark here. .  They may not have known  why Hutchinson... but we are a part of the legacy in their obedience to service.  God became real as they obeyed God in loving unconditionally and in being bold about His power.  They were fun, faithful, loving to all, and ministered from the heart of God.  I am grateful that we were a small part of 
their humble beginnings in ministry.  They will be missed by a world of souls that received the blessings of their lives.  In Heaven together ... How Awesome for them.

Kermit and Mary Schmalz
( Hutchinson, Mn)

We were truly sadden to hear of the loss of Pastors Terry and Jan. We were members at Grace from 1989 to 1991. We have very fond memories of them as great pastors, and we will never forget them! You are in our thoughts and prayers.

We will truly miss you Pastor Terry & Jan.  Our prayers are with your family and congregation.  We Love You!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Your Friends Forever.



                                                                      Andre & Cynthia Sanders (Killeen, Texas)

Extending our deepest and sincerest condolences to your family during this time of heaviness of heart.  We thank God for the time that we were able to share with your loved ones.  What an AWESOME gift they were to the Body of Christ! With much love, The Ransom Family

Rhonda Ellis and Stevie Don Ellis we know that you are devastated by the loss of your sister. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

We remember the teaching we received from Pastor Whitley when he visited Zimbabwe in June. He taught about taking responsibility, love and leadership. Little did we know this would be the first and the last time we would be seeing him. We thank God for him. To live is Christ to die is gain.

May the memories of lives well-lived comfort you as you remember the gifts that Pastors Terry and Jan shared with the those around them. They brought love and joy to us all. They will be missed.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Pastor Terry and Jan Whitley, your spiritual Joy will be missed.  Thank you for the wonderful legacy of planting the word of God into each of our hearts.  You are beautiful in Spirit and in Truth.  We will miss you dearly.  May God embrace your family, your children, love ones and the family member's of Grace Christian Center through this difficult time.  What a beautiful spiritual love Story never to be forgotten. The Olson Family; Gregory,Shirlene and Diamond Olson

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Laurie and Steven our thoughts and prayers are with you.  Pastor Terry and Jan mean so much to our family.  More than words can express.  We thank God for their "yes" to his will and way and thank y'all for sharing your parents with so many.  They have taught us well.  
I know the Comforter is with you.  Much love.  Vernon & Mamie Lister

Praying for the family and congregation of the Whitley's. May God continue to comfort them during this time of sadness.

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. The Napier Family; Walter, Elizabeth, Edmund, and LaToya, with Sidney and Sierra grand children.

Terry, you know you told Delma you would perform his funeral services, not knowing what was laid ahead. We know you are looking down on him and saying, Delma, I made to heaven before you did and I will see you soon! God Bless each family member and church members.
Love in Christ, Delma and Cathy Allamon
Class of '66 BHS

May the Lord hold you both in the palm of His hand.  God bless your family.  May you find peace and comfort in this sad time.

What wonderful Christian Servants of God! Pastor Terry was an awesome minister and Jan's bible studies were awesome, I learned so much from her teachings of God's Mercy and Grace! Praying for their children during this very difficult time, but we all know they are where they longed to be their whole lives! We will meet again! God Bless the Family and Members of Grace Christian Center!

My heart is saddened by the lost of Terry and Jan Whitley. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family may you rest in peace...

Jim ,Laurie and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers! God Bless,

Delaina Baker (Carriage Services)

Pastor Terry and Pastor Jen,
You will forever be missed and in my prayers as you were my first Pastors in Killeen in 1986 and help me through difficult times when I needed it. You have touched many lives and I wish I could turn back the clock and tell you more often :Thank you" for all you have done.  My son was a Pastor and he also and went to be with the Lord at age 35.  I pray for Jim and Laurie in this difficult time.

My deepest sympathy to you, Steven and Laura,  may the Holy Spirit comfort you and your families and members of Grace Christian Center. I am so saddened by the loss of Jan and Terry.   I knew your parents way back in 1973 when your dad was with the Belton Police Dept. My son and I  attended the same  church with them.  They were so wonderful and loving. They invited me into their home weekly to pray with them during their personal intercessory prayer time following their leading me into the infilling of the Holy Sprit and getting my heavenly language.  They will always have a special place in my heart and my life.  Jan spoke with me daily on the phone giving of herself and her time. She and Terry ministered the love of God at a very trying time in my life.  I was so excited to find that we were neighbors  in Salado. I look forward to seeing them in Heaven.
Pat Garrett Brewster and Jim Brewster and son Jay Garrett, Salado, Texas

My heart has broken into a million pieces. We deeply loved Pastors Terry and Jan.  We will miss them dearly.  Their teachings are embedded in my spirit and that of my children. I feel very honored to call them my pastors and spiritual parents.  Laurie and Stephen you are in our hearts and prayers.  May God cover you with His peace, unconditional love, and grace through this very difficult journey.  You are not alone. The Grace Christian Center family is walking with you every step of the way.  Rennick, Cynthia, Courtney, and Christopher Morris

Pastors Terry and Jan ministered to me many years ago when they came to our church in St. Cloud, MN.  That ministry changed my life forever!  When I told Jan a few years later how my life had changed, she said "You are one of our trophies...could you come to our church and tell our people how your life changed?"  I never made it to Tx, but I believe Pastor Terry and Jan have thousands of trophies around the world! My heart is heavy, but I look forward to seeing them in heaven! I have been praying for their families, their church, and for my former pastor, Brian Gobar.  He considered Pastor Terry his pastor and great friend, and to him, as to so many, this loss is immeasurable!

What a blessing to have met and experienced the ministry of Pastors Terry and Jan. They shared the message of God's Grace so beautifully and were so encouraging to us as we stepped out in faith to join them in the vineyard of ministry. You will be missed greatly. Our prayers continue for your family and loved ones and for the Grace family.

My deepest sympathy to you, Jim and Laurie. May the precious memories you treasure of your folks be of comfort to your sweet and broken hearts. Blessed wishes and prayers for you all.

Dear Jim and Laurie, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.  Jack and Karen Abbott  (Harlingen, Texas)

Pastor Terry, no words can express how much you are going to be missed. Your teachings will live forever in our lives. Your love for your sheep was felt in all of us. Your love of the word of God meant so much that you just didn't touch us in the community but all over the world. God is love.

My wife and I are so saddend by the loss of our Pastors ( Pastor Terry, Jan and Steve). They had been the light in our path that keeps us going forward. We will keep them and their teachings alive and in memory. They will be sorely missed.

Laurie and Steven you are in our prayers. Your parents had a strong impact on my life.I am grateful for the life they lived and how they served the Lord and people.They will be missed!

Jim and Laurie, your family at Carriage Services will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Psalm 48:14
For this God is our God for ever and ever; he will be our guide even to the end.

Psalm 48:14
"For this God is our God for ever and ever; he will be our guide even to the end."

Psalm 48:14
"For this God is our God for ever and ever; he will be our guide even to the end"

"GOD BLESS" The Whitleys,
What an Honor it was to know them and serve in their Home for The Lord...we will miss you dearly.

Our hearts have been troubled since we heard of the accident. No words will ever replace your parents' absence. Knowing that one day we'll walk the streets of gold, where our mansion is being prepared by God. Then there will be "No more tears, just Praising & Rejoicing" with our Love Ones. Be Strong in the Lord & He'll comfort both of YOU! Your dad prayed & touched my life once. I'm still serving the Lord.

The love you showed others will live on forever...God used you to change the world.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Laurie and Steven and their families. Your parents were loved very much as well as you both.

"Two individuals with such beautiful spirits."  You will be missed.

Audra Cornwall (Killeen, TX)

John 14:1-4

"Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. In my father's house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. You know the way to the place where I am going."

Pastor Terry. How you fed us when we were hungry! Never before and never since have I been so spiritually blessed with the word of God. Thank you.

Thank you for loving me when I didn't love myself. You are always in our thoughts.  Cyndi Pressler and family

  I'm sorry for the loss in this family.  I didn't know the family, but as a believer I pray for the comfort of their family at home as well as their church family; my heart and prayers go out to you.  May our Lord of comfort and peace guard your hearts in Christ Jesus.

Such an amazing woman of God. Will always remember your smile.

Such an awesome man of of God. Thanks for the teachings.

A TRUE WARRIOR OF THE CROSS HAS PASSED OVER TO THE OTHER.SIDE. THIS IS A DEFINING MOMENT FOR THE BODY OF CHRIST TO EMBRACE THE POWER OF GOD AND GIVE HIM GREAT PRAISE FOR SHARING HIS SERVANT WITH US.LET US UNITE IN THE SPIRIT OF ONENESS AND CELEBRATE THE LIFE OF ONE OF GOD'S GENERALS.

LET'S US USE THIS TIME OF LOST TO RENEW OUR COMMITMENT TO THE GREAT COMMISSION. PASTOR TERRY&JAN AND STEVE WOULD WANT THAT.
LET US MOUNT UP ON WINGS LIKE EAGLES AND RUN AND NOT GET WEARY.SHALOM!!!

Praying and Thinking of you immediate family members

Our hearts have been heavy since hearing the news.  We will miss seeing Terry in Bartlett every Monday.  We are blessed that we were able to call Terry our friend.  Deepest sympathy.

may the God of mercy touch all of Grace Christian Center during this time of sorrow,joy will come when we shall see each other again.

I came to Grace in 1989 and left in 1997.  I have fond and special memories of both Pastor Terry and Pastor Jan.  It is not only the Word that they each taught or the examples that they each lived but their loving expectation that we each live a life we could be proud of.  It is because of their leadership that so many of us have such rich, powerful and warm memories of the times we spent in their presence.

The right words are sometimes so hard to find in times like these but we have been comforted with these thoughts out of 1 THESSALONIANS 4:13 But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. .We are Praying and Thinking of  family members & church family at Grace... We were honored to have visited the ministry the times we did...always leaving the House of God Blessed.  May the Lord strengthen you with His Peace forever.
Marva & Beryl Stuart(Trinidad & Tobago, West Indies)

3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of sympathy (pity and mercy) and the God [Who is the Source] of every comfort (consolation and encouragement),
4 Who comforts (consoles and encourages) us in every trouble (calamity and affliction), so that we may also be able to comfort (console and encourage) those who are in any kind of trouble or distress, with the comfort (consolation and encouragement) with which we ourselves are comforted (consoled and encouraged) by God.

Praying and Thinking of you immediate family members & church family at Grace... Love you.
Pastor Marva Stuart (Trinidad & Tobago, West Indies)

3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of sympathy (pity and mercy) and the God [Who is the Source] of every comfort (consolation and encouragement),
4 Who comforts (consoles and encourages) us in every trouble (calamity and affliction), so that we may also be able to comfort (console and encourage) those who are in any kind of trouble or distress, with the comfort (consolation and encouragement) with which we ourselves are comforted (consoled and encouraged) by God.

Service to God is always rewarded.  Thanks for your service to Pastor Terry and to Grace.  We'll see you in God's eternal home some day.  cjk

My heart, prayers and love goes out to their family.  As with Pastor Jan, I truly was blessed and honored to say I sat under Pastor Whitley's leadership. I can't think of anyone I have more respect for when it comes to Pastors'. They both made an indelible mark on my life and I will always consider them to be my Pastors. Love in Christ, Barbara Jones, Temple, TX

Pastor Terry was a preacher's preacher.  He helped me establish as relationship with the Lord which has served me, my family and many others in the body of Christ.  We'll see you again some day in God's eternal home. cjk

My heart, my prayers, and my love goes out to their family. I feel honored and blessed to have been able to say I sat under the leadership of Jan Whitley. Her example as Leader, as a Woman of God and just as a person has truly impacted my life. She will always be my Pastor. Love in Christ, Barbara Jones, Temple TX

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