Terry Mobley

William "Terry" Mobley, 70, of Monrovia, unexpectedly passed from this life at 12:33 p.m., on Friday, December 18, 2020, while under the care of IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on October 23, 1950, in St. Francis Beech Grove Hospital, to the late Robert T. Mobley and Margaret May (Mannan) Mobley Terry, who survives. A 1968 Alumnus of Monrovia High School, Terry was on the baseball team and was a first chair clarinet player in the band. Becoming acquainted with an underclassman, Judy Koopman, who was working at the Chicken, the two later married her senior year. Pursuing a 4 year apprenticeship program, Terry worked as a licensed journeyman carpenter and held a successful career with the Carpenter’s Union, Local 60. Judy and Terry were blessed with two children and a love story that stretches over 50 years. A supportive, loyal and hardworking provider, he was a great role model and overall selfless generous man. A proud supporter of the Monrovia Bulldog Brigade, Terry was the swinging hammer behind Mr. Knots landing. He coached both kids in little league softball and baseball, built the press box for the ball fields, retiled the baseball fields, and in 1996, he and Josh were inducted into the Hall of Fame for the Monrovia Babe Ruth State Tourney. Always working and always drinking coffee, Terry could talk to anyone and he was known for helping neighbors and friends in all places. Terry was not bashful to pose for a picture and with the right music, he was guaranteed to find the dance floor. When spare time allowed, he loved to go fishing; scheduling a guy’s trip every year to Glendale. Experiencing the magic of Disney when the kids were in school, Terry and Judy were able to go multiple times in which they included the grandkids. Retiring at the age of 50, Terry was able to enjoy helping with household chores and enjoy babysitting his grand-dog while still taking on a few side jobs here and there. Early to bed and early to rise, he was a show up, stand up and call you out if he had to kind of man. The sacrifices he made to be present and involved in the kids and grandkids games, band performances, and events serves as a true testament of living with meaning for purpose. Instilling the tricks of his trade and bringing the family together on projects, the Mobley's could take on and tackle just about any task; including digging footers by hand, standing on shoulders to set beams, or shoveling sod out of the crawlspace. He built their forever home in 1984 and took pride in maintaining the property. With very few things the man couldn't do, he leaves a legacy of resourcefulness and love behind. His kind heart and friendly natured presence will be missed by all who were blessed to have met him. Along with his father he was preceded in death by his brother, Guy Mobley; mother-in-law, Margaret McCracken; sister-in-law, Gail Koopman and brothers-in-laws, Phil and James McCracken. Terry is survived by his wife, Judy Mobley of Monrovia; daughter, Risa "Nicki" Kimmel (Jot) of Martinsville; Josh Mobley (Haley) of Monrovia; siblings, Richard Mobley of Missouri and Marlene Kistler (Robert) of Monrovia; in-laws, Danny Koopman (Gretchen) of Franklin, Ann Brindley (Troy) of Monrovia, Juanita Lavy (Pete) of Plainfield, Jim Russell (Amy) of Monrovia and Tammy Wingler (Terry) of Campbellsburg; and two adored grandchildren, Lane Kimmel and Harley Mobley. A Gathering of Friends & Family will be held from Noon to 4:00 p.m., on Saturday, January 2, 2021, at Light Memorial & Funeral Chapel in Monrovia, with a Memorial Celebration of Life Service beginning promptly at 4:00 p.m., and Pastor Jack Elliott will officiate. Cremation Arrangements were entrusted into the professional care of Light Memorial & Funeral Chapel. Terry will be laid to rest in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery at - a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Monrovia High School Girls Basketball Team and can be mailed directly to the school or envelopes will be available at Light Memorial. Due to Covid-19 restrictions and county guidelines that suggest the size of public gatherings must be limited. Masks are required and safe distances must be maintained throughout the duration of services. For those unable to attend, the funeral home will be steaming the services live over Facebook. To share a favorite story, sign the online guest registry, send an online condolence to the family, or light a candle in Terry's memory, search social media for Light Memorial & Funeral Chapel@MonroviaFuneralHome and recommend the tribute at www.lightmemorial.com.

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Terry Mobley

October 23, 1950 - December 18, 2020