Terry Gayle Novak

Born on August 3, 1941 in Lynchburg, she was the daughter of the late Jack F. Thomas and Virginia T. Thomas. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Joe Novak.

Terry was the life of the party and was known for her infectious sense of humor and fun-loving nature. She loved traveling, crafting, gardening and was an avid shopper (yard sale coming soon…) and wine connoisseur. Above all, she was a loving Mother, Grandmother and Great-grandmother. She was a member of Madison Heights Baptist Church.

She is survived by her children, Jenny Davis (Rob) and Ray Arthur, Jr; three grandchildren, Jessica Wade (Zach), Allyson Davis and Brooke Davis; and four great-grandchildren, Paxton, Payton, Audrey and Logan.

The family expresses their deepest gratitude to Lynn Gilbert, Angie Radick, Kim Mays and the staff at Fairmont Crossing for the love, care, support and companionship provided for Terry. The kindness shown for Terry never went unnoticed and will never be forgotten.

Terry loved her cousin Donnie Weiss like a sister. The bond shared between the two will forever be cherished. “She’s not just a friend, she’s a best friend, she’s not just a cousin, she’s blood. She’s truly a sister and you wouldn’t have it any other way.”

A life so beautifully lived, deserves to be beautifully remembered. A funeral service celebrating her life will be conducted on Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Madison Heights Baptist Church with Pastor Tim Madison, Rev. Josh Beeler and Pastor Jeffrey Campbell officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Spring Hill Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Whitten Monelison Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Terry’s name to Madison Heights Baptist Church, 329 Main Street, Madison Heights VA, 24572.