Terry John McNeill

Terry John McNeill, age 85, of Kennesaw, Georgia, passed away on October 8, 2025. He was born on January 3, 1940, in Buffalo, New York.

Terry was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and family man. He is survived by his beloved wife, Annemarie Roach McNeill, with whom he shared a lifetime of love and partnership. He leaves behind his children: John McNeill and his wife Avaree, and their children Debra, Ian, and Emma; James McNeill and his wife Isabella, and their children Desmond and Finnian; Michael McNeill; Thomas McNeill and his wife Kristen, and their children Riley, Aiden, and James Tate; and Ryan McNeill and his wife Carri, and their daughter Molly.

Terry was preceded in death by his father, John McNeill, and his mother, Ethelyn McNeill.Terry was a graduate of West Seneca High School in West Seneca, NY, and Bryant & Stratton College in Buffalo, NY, where he earned a degree in Business. He was an active member of the Western New York Musicians Union and a talented bass player with a lifelong love of jazz and music.

Professionally, Terry spent many years in the paint industry and retired from Pride Paint after a long and dedicated career.

Terry will be remembered for his wit and humor, his passion for baseball and reading, and his deep love for his family. His legacy lives on through his children and grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held on January 10, 2026, at West Cobb Funeral Home, with services beginning at 10:00 a.m.