Ila “Terrye” Honeycutt Gifford, 62, passed away Monday, November 7, 2016 in Orange.
Cremation will take place under the direction of Claybar Haven of Rest Crematory.
Terrye was born January 6, 1954 in Alameda, California. She was a teacher and a counselor. As a wife, mother, and grandmother she will be sorely missed by her family and friends. God bless her.
Terrye was preceded in death by her parents, Clifford Vane Honeycutt and Mary Nan (Davis) Honeycutt, and her brother, Gordon Honeycutt.
She is survived by her husband, Dan Gifford; children, Marri Brooke Grissom, Wesley Honeycutt Gifford, and Spencer Vane Gifford; and her grandchildren, Mary Therese “Mollye” Grissom and Margarett Hurley Grissom.
In lieu of flowers the family would like donations to be made to the First Presbyterian Church Soup Kitchen, 902 W. Green Ave. Orange, TX 77630 or to a local soup kitchen.
Condolences
Clara M, Anderson
November 11, 2016
I was so shocked that Terrye left us so soon. Our prayers are with Dan and her entire family. The Honeycutt Family is at a loss that one so young and vibrant has gone, Cousin Clara Mae Timmons Anderson
Jo Lund Chamberlin
November 10, 2016
After a friendship of almost 50 years it is hard to say what Terrye meant to me and will continue to mean. But here’s some what I will remember. She was smart, witty, enjoyed a good laugh at the world. She led with her heart, not her head. She loved being a momma. She told me Danny was the love of her life. I thought we would help each other grow old and still be outrageous together. Farewell, Ila T. Already missing your smile and your voice. You were a blessing to me and all who knew you.
Richard Alcott
November 10, 2016
Terrye & Dan had a good friendship together that many marriages don't ever have, Terrye was very lucky to share their lives together for many years. How people are treated in our lives is important and Terrye did all she could to help her family, students, and her friends. Thank you Terrye and may God bless you and your family.