Terrence James "Terry" Alexander

Terrence James "Terry" Alexander, 73, of East Fallowfield, passed away on Friday, February 4th, 2022 at his home.  He was the beloved husband of Debra Barr-Alexander, with whom he shared 33 years of marriage.

Born in Coatesville, Terry was the son of the late Phyllis (Nethery) Alexander.  After graduating high school, Terry joined the US Army in 1965.  He went on to serve in the NATO Force in Germany and in Vietnam.  Terry was discharged having obtained the rank of Sgt. and Tank Commander.  He was awarded two Purple Heart medals.

Upon his discharge, he worked at Millprint Co. in Downingtown for 14 years.  He graduated from Goldey-Beacom College in 1977 with a degree in Business Administration after having made both the Dean's List and President's List.

In 1981, Terry joined the Coatesville Police Dept. where he served for 23 years, serving as Chief of Police from 1996 until 1997.  In 1988, he was promoted to the rank of Police Sergeant.  He then worked at the Veteran's Administration Police Dept for 17 years, earning the rank of Captain and Lieutenant.  Terry was a patriot who loved serving the United States and its people.

Terry was a freemason and was a member of Brandywine Goddard Lodge #383 of Coatesville, and a 32nd degree in Reading Lodge of Perfection and the Scottish Rite.

He enjoyed watching the news, riding his Harley Wide Glide, keeping his yard and pool pristine, eating scallops and teriyaki noodles, and drinking WAWA coffee.  He enjoyed eating a weekly breakfast with his granddaughter, Julianna, who he affectionally called, "Baby Girl."

Terry is survived, in addition to his wife, by his children, Tina Thomas, Timothy Alexander, and Chris Alexander; stepson, Joseph Zazo and stepdaughter, Jennifer Kofroth, and husband John; 14 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and siblings, Bonnie Stringer, Richard Alexander and Dennis Alexander, husband of Mary.

The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 11th, 2022 at 2:30 PM at Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg, followed by interment at Hopewell Methodist Cemetery in Downingtown.  The viewing will be held from 1 PM to 2:15 PM, with a Masonic Service beginning at 2:15 PM.

Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com