Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

His murder needs to be investigated due to his involvement with Courtney love and the Kurt cobain ,death

Pc
Metropolitan police depot

May 29, 2022

Your missed by so many never forgotten my friend..

retired spd dispatcber/Nancy mcmahon
spd

June 4, 2021

I just came upon an old photo of Antonio, and I immediately became angry and sad. Such a funny guy, and a nice human being. I worked with Antonio Terry at the Nordstrom Distribution Center in Tukwila (DC99), in the early 90's. In my photo, he was dressed in "drag" in a red sparkly dress, and if you are familiar with Flip Wilson, he was in character as hooker "Geraldine", and he was gorgeous!, heels, included! When he left, we were told that he had moved to California to become a police officer. Then, later, as I was home watching the news on that horrible day, I cried for him and his family, knowing that he had died trying to be the helpful person we all knew him to be. I am very thankful that they were caught, but still, no justice for his wife and children, and he was far too young, but doing what he had wanted to do, to serve the people who needed him. I still see his smile to this day. RIP!

Citizen of Washington- Shellie Hall
Co-worker from past

July 14, 2020

You have been a constant and remain in my heart. Miss you Cousin.

Sgt. James Terry
Maui County Poilice Dept.

October 24, 2019

Still thinking about you Antonio. Decided to google your name and this page opened up. I remember riding with Edwin as they closed down I-5 for your funeral motorcade. Such a sad day! Your act of kindness ending so terribly. I wish the people who did this to you got life not just 20! Glad to read Cheryl and their sons have done well.

Shirley Brilliante
Ex wife of Seattle police officer

September 26, 2019

He was my friend like a brother to me before he became a cop. Miss this man so much. He was a jokester, kind hearted, and was a great guy. Think about him a lot. We all miss you Antonio more than you can imagine. He lived in the Bay Area for awhile and this is how my family and I met him while being a manager at Nordstrom. He was a great man.

Robyn Pedro
Family Friend

August 20, 2019

Det. Terry,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Seattle. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol
El Paso Station

June 4, 2019

Rest in peace Detective Terry.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 30, 2019

I just wanted to say that I walked around my daughter's new neighborhood today and saw the memorial on the corner of children's hands, and a tribute to you today. 24 years later I want you to know that your good samaritan's soul and bravery will never be forgotten. I am honored that my daughter now lives near this memorial to you, Officer Antonio Terry.

Elizabeth A Dale
Just a mother of a new member of the neighborhood

August 4, 2018

I still remember you and Cheryl walking in at the maternity class for the first time. You with your shiny black shoes and creased trousers. You were a "S. O." I still remember calling south station after hearing about you on the news. I still remember calling Cheryl. I will always remember YOU!! You will not be not forgotten.

KT

June 5, 2017

Rest in peace my brother. Thank you for your service.

Lieutenant Ray Flores
N.Y.P.D. (retired)

June 4, 2017

Hello SPD family and friends. This is Yvonne Terry-Jones, Tony's sister. My mother -Tommie M. Terry, my Father - Tommy L. Terry, brother Brian Terry and Monika Terry - sister -(Resting in Heaven with Tony) would like to thank you for your continued support, love and prayers you have shown and given us these last past 22 years. We think about Tony every day. He is forever in our hearts and we thank God his legacy lives on forever in your hearts and in ours. He touched so much life's because he was such a great man, father, son, husband, brother and friend. We miss him so very much. We appreciate that you continue to honor him and we know he's looking down on us with a smile on his face. Those that knew him knew he was a lot of fun, great sense of humor and loved life. That's what we miss the most. His fun personality. It was contagious. If Tony was laughing & playing we all were. So many great memories we hold dear in our hearts that's what keeps us going. Thank you again SPF family and friends. Take care and God Bless all of you. Gone but never forgotten. In Loving memory Tony. We love and miss you. Yvonne Terry-Jones - Tony's sister

Yvonne Terry-Jones
Sister

June 9, 2016

Though I never knew you, you are not forgotten here at the South Precinct.

Officer of the South Precinct
Seattle Police

May 21, 2016

Remembering you today.

Retired Anon Retired
SPD

May 18, 2016

Wow Detective Antonio Martinez Terry, my friend. You are so missed and thought of. When I think of you, a smile comes on my face. I met Antonio when he hired my two sisters and I all on the same day. A manager at Nordstrom D.C., in Newark, Ca. There was an instant bond we all formed with Antonio. He was part of our family. You could always count on him. He was the truest of all men I have ever known. When he told us he was moving and going back to Spokane to join the police academy we were in shock. Couldn't believe our friend, our brother was going to be a police officer. I remember him telling us he was going to be a detective working in narcotics. Its ashamed that his life was taken that way. My friend didn't deserve to be taken out the way they did him. It doesn't surprise me that he made it to the nearest station and to be able to describe who did this to him. On the day of your funeral Antonio I was so impressed on how many people lives you touched. They city streets were packed with people. People standing on overpasses to wave good bye. Thank You for being apart of my family's life. I miss you all the time. You are always thought of. It was truly an honor to call you my friend. Rest in Love Antonio.
Me Ke Aloha, The Pedro Family

Robyn
family friend

January 27, 2016

Antonio, just wanted to stop by and say hi...and let you know I'm thinking of you. Your boys and daughter have grown to be such great people. Cheryl did an incredible job with them. I know you are so proud. Miss you my brother.

Chief Nick Metz
Aurora (CO) PD (former Seattle PD)

December 1, 2015

Detective Antonio Terry is a good man in my heart. I remember him helping resolve homeless issues near the Yesler Terrace.

Supervisor, Edward Simpson
WSDOT

June 5, 2015

Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

June 4, 2015

Antonio, As the day approaches I am reminded of how dangerous a police officers job has gotten. You are missed by several, I will never forget your smile as you crossed the street to go into the pct. RIP my friend, you are never forgotten

Police Dispatcher (retired)
Seattle Police

May 26, 2015

Antonio,
I still miss you. You were a great friend and partner! My mother, who just passed away, love you also.

Kim Peterson/Casey
SPD / Retired

November 13, 2014

AT, it is my first visit to your page, however, not the first visit in thought and prayer. As others have posted, I miss you and think of you often....I too pass the location on the off ramp where you encountered the evil that we as police officers continue to fight, everyday. I pray for you and your family that was left to go on in life without you.

I speak of you often and tell the story of your incident to our new officers, so they understand the courage and strength you displayed that night.

As for many, 19 years ago on that night my life changed. You will never be forgotten.

Please introduce yourself to my cousin, Detective John R. Smith, Bastrop Police Department. His final call was on August 10, 2007. I'm sure you all have bumped into each other in Heaven while walking the beat.....now you know.

I'll continue to pray for you and your family, please continue to watch over us.

Officer Wayne Johnson
Seattle Police Department

June 10, 2013

Thank you for your service and dedication Sir

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

July 30, 2012

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 18th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

I pray for solace for all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Your family is in my heart's embrace. Thanks to your friends for sharing their memories and devotion to you through their reflections.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

June 7, 2012

I was a classmate of Tony's Sister Monika (RIP), and I am saddened by the tremendous loss that this family has suffered. I remember reading Monika's obit, and feeling that one person didn't deserve such loss in a lifetime, let alone the family members that these two siblings have left behind. My sincere condolenes and deepest sympathies are extended to the Terry Family. I didn't know Detective Terry, as I lived out of state when he was tragically killed, but I thank him and his family for their service and sacrifice for the good of our community. Gone, but not forgotten... ~ A Fallen Brave, BHS Class of 1977, SPD Detective Antonio (Tony) Martinez Terry, Rest In Peace, Once a Brave, ALWAYS a BRAVE! ~

Deborah Curtiss-Starnes
Bethel High School, Class of 1981

May 14, 2011

I read your story today. I saddens me to know how senseless your life was taken away by the suspects. You did a valuable service to the community and it was well respected. But Yahweh, the Creator, will reward you in the next life with him son of God. Shalom.

Anonymous

October 25, 2010