Wednesday, November 26, 2025 10:26 am

Mr. Terry Lee Bess, 58, of Waco, NC entered into eternal life on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at his residence surrounded by family. He was born on May 9, 1967, to the late Barbara Ann Bess and Robert Lee Wilson in Shelby, NC.

Terry was preceded in death by his parents, the late Barbara Ann Bess and Robert Lee Wilson, whom he loved dearly and carried with him in memory throughout his life.

He leaves to cherish his memory his daughter, Kamika Bess (Lamar) of Waco, NC; sons, Joshua Bess of Waco, NC and Dillion (Christy) Daves of Boiling Springs, NC; brothers, Ricky (Sonya) Bess of Shelby, NC, Chris(Laverne) Goolsby of Clearwater, FL; his beloved grandchildren: Kaliyah (Alonso), Kayvahn, Ayden, Bryson, Kavious, Kah'Miyah, Addilyn, JaZaria, Jacoby, Joslyn, Riley, Telisha, Haiden and Hunter; special friends, Charlotte, Sharon and Karen; and a host of family and friends.

At this time, there will be no formal service. The family plans to hold a memorial gathering in Terry's honor in the near future, where loved ones can come together to celebrate his life and legacy.