Terry Thomas Shaw

Terry Thomas Shaw, 70, of Watkinsville, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026, at her home with her beloved husband by her side. Born on November 18, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Robert Franklin Thomas and Henrietta Jean Newport Kanter.

Terry was a kind, loving, and thoughtful woman whose greatest joy was her family. She possessed a warm spirit and a generous heart, always placing the needs of those she loved before her own. With a natural talent for decorating and an eye for detail, she took great pride in creating beautiful, welcoming spaces for her family, whether preparing her home for the holidays or simply making everyday life feel special.

Throughout her childhood, Terry’s family moved many times, yet she had a remarkable ability to form genuine and lasting friendships wherever she went. She was known as a true and authentic friend—loyal, kindhearted, and someone others could always count on. Those friendships remained important to her throughout her life.

She loved watching sports with her husband and was a devoted supporter at her daughter’s sporting events, especially cherishing the memories of her daughter’s basketball career. Terry was a proud and loving grandmother to Joseph, who brought her immense happiness. She also held a special place in her heart for her beloved dogs, Finn, Callie, and Klay, who were constant companions that brought her comfort, laughter, and unconditional love.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Bill Kingree, and stepmother, Harriett Holden Thomas.

She is survived by her loving husband, Earl Shaw; her daughter, Robin Alexandra Wilson (Hannah); stepdaughter, Lori Amber Roessner; and grandson, Joseph Glenn Roessner. She is also survived by her siblings: Barbara Wear Hawkins (Joe, deceased); Lane Wear (Jana) of Moultrie; Lori Thomas Murphy (Roger) of Gainesville; Susan Wear Kessinger (Joe, deceased) of Young Harris; Liz Thomas Johnson of Burlington, NC; Lyndon Wear; and Susan Thomas Warren (Marty) of Elon College, NC, along with many beloved nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

Terry’s love, warmth, and devotion to her family will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew her.