Terrell Wayne Gresham entered eternal life on March 11, 2026. “Mr. three days older than dirt” Age 78. Terrell was born in Winters Texas and graduated from Plainview High. He worked for Coca-Cola then moved to Douglas Arizona working as a bowling mechanic while perfecting his bowling skills. He then met the love of his life Jeanette Floyd in 1976 while serving her first legal drink at the age of 19. She was a sucker for those blue eyes of his.

Terrell started work with Cal-Compalk foods in Douglas and married in 1978, then transferred to Las Cruces in 1981 with their son 11-month-old Tyrell. Followed by another son Cheylan in 1982. Terrell retired in December 2010 after 34 years in the chili business. Terrell was a life member of the Elks B.P.O.E. #955 for 49 years.

Terrell was a die-hard Chicago cubs and Dallas Cowboys fan through the good and bad years. He loved Bowling and tinkering with his old trucks. Especially his 69 chevy.

Terrell leaves behind his wife Jeanette of 48 years and son Tyrell Gresham, 3 grandchildren Kory, Haylie, and Deaglan Gresham. And two sisters Glenda Johnson and Malinda Gresham of Texas He is preceded in death by his parents, son Cheylan Gresham and sister Brenda Kershaw.

A special thank you to Mesilla Valley Hospice for all the support and care of Terrell, and also to Getz Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to a charity of your choice or to the animal shelter.