Therren "Terry" Strout

Therren ”Terry” A. Strout

September 15, 1939 – November 16, 2022 (age 83)

Therren (Terry) A. Strout, 83, passed away on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, peacefully at home. She was the wife of Lee R. Strout, celebrating their 63rd Anniversary September 7, 2022.

Born in Miami, Florida, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Thelma (Beach) Baggett. She was raised and educated in Miami, Florida, graduating in 1958.  She went on to trade school to become a Dental Assistant.

Terry met her husband by becoming his pen pal while Lee was in the Air Force.  Terry’s brother, Terrell, gave Lee his sister’s address to write to.  They wrote back and forth for three years, only seeing each other a total of 3 weeks over that time.  They were married in Florida, living in Southborough before buying the house that use to be a Carriage House in Westborough in 1964.

Terry worked for several Dentists in Florida and Dr. Tasse in Northborough. Later she worked for Magic Decorating in Westborough, first as a bookkeeper, then Interior Decorator.  She went on to work for Elegant Interiors in Northborough. In 1987 she started her own Interior Design Company, Environments until her retirement.  She became an accomplished Interior Decorator, and many customers became her lifelong friends.

Terry’s faith in Jesus as her Savior, permeated every aspect of her life.  It was what motivated her to use her gifts of hospitality and organization to serve and benefit the lives of others. Terry was involved in many ministries throughout her life.  From being the adult leader for MYF Youth Group, making meals for crews on Habitat for Humanity projects, Sewing dresses for students in Africa, and Mission trips to Dominica and the Dominican Republic.  She loved to be near the water, especially at Genelee House on Cape Cod, Hand & Foot card games, and spending time with her family. Terry and Lee traveled extensively throughout Europe, as well as across the United States. She loved being Momo, a name her grandson gave her when he couldn’t say Grammy. Terry loved to bring people together and plan a party.  She was the social director and hostess.  Terry loved getting the neighborhood “girls” together at Specialteas, organizing her Christmas Open House and participating in Women’s Ministries, where she led countless events. Terry worshiped at Faith Community Church in Hopkinton.

Terry is survived by her husband, Lee, her two children, Kimber-lee Barton and her husband, Terrence and Robin Pease and her husband Charles; her grandchildren, Benjamin and David Barton, his wife Amanda, Aleecia and Kathryn Pease; nephew, Terrell Baggett, Jr., Exchange Daughter, Ursula Schmidt and many “favorite” cousins.  

Lee, Kim and Robin would like to thank our devoted CNA family that cared for Terry all these years. Especially Tina, Faith, Alexis and many others that have come through our home.  Also, thank you to all the dear friends and family that visited, provided company, nourishment and prayers.

She is predeceased by her Parents, Brother, Terrell Baggett, Niece, Sabrina Baggett, and Cousin, Donna Dalzell.

There will be visitation hours, from 9:30 – 10:30 am, followed by a Celebration of Life, December 17, 2022 at Faith Community Church, 146 East Main Street, Hopkinton. Burial will be at a later date. Funeral arrangements are under the care and directions of the Pickering & Son Westborough Funeral Home. https://www.westboroughfuneralhome.com

Livestream of the funeral will be available. https://boxcast.tv/view/strout-memorial-service-pkuquxfn9mlixjhqyr83

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to your choice of charity in Terry’s name.