Terry's life began January 12, 1950, in Hayti, Missouri. As a young child his family moved to Michigan. Terry drove truck for many years for Gordon's Food Service and then he worked maintenance on houses. His favorite hobby was mowing the lawn, even taking care of his neighbor's yards when they weren't able. In his younger years he enjoyed racing cars and he was a huge Dale Earnhardt fan.

Terry leaves behind a loving family to cherish his memory which includes: his wife of 57 years Linda Pepple; two sons Terry Pepple Jr and Richard Pepple; three grandchildren Cody Houston, Kaylee Pepple, and Xander Tillet; two great grandchildren Kalee Houston and Levi Houston; his mom Marjorie Pepple; two half siblings Daphna Gross and Joe Pepple; and several nieces and nephews.

Terry died Saturday, November 22, 2025, at home. He is preceded in death by his dad Charles Pepple and three siblings Shirley Snow, Destal Pepple, and Vickie Green. Funeral services will be celebrated Friday, December 5 at 12:00 PM with visitation prior starting at 11:00 AM at Hutchins Funeral Home in Watervliet.  You are invited to leave a message of comfort for Terry's family.