Terry Arnett

Terry Duane Arnett, 62, of Sullivan, left this earth after a battle with liver cancer on December 10, 2024 with his family by his side and was greeted at the Gates of Heaven by his son, Kyle.

Terry was born on January 14, 1962 to father, Gerald Arnett and mother, Charlene Kimmell.

Terry grew up in Depot Town with his best friend and brother Jeff, Sam and Billy Pierson, Jimmy Pirtle, Ricky Ammerman, Jim Bonebrake, Tim Walls, Johnny Akers, and a slew of other boys.

Terry married the love of his life and soulmate, Sandy Pirtle, on November 10, 1979 at the Sullivan First Christian Church with Pastor Russell Bedwell officiating. Terry and Sandy had two sons, Dustin and Kyle. Terry was a proud and loving father and grandfather.

Terry first learned to drive a semi-truck at 14 years old and finished his career with over 40 years of driving. His CB radio handle was Snowbird.  Terry was an extremely hard worker and had a work ethic that was unmatched. He rarely missed a day of work in over 40 years. Terry received Truck Driver of the Year in 2020 for his company.

He was an avid Miami Dolphins fan. Terry coached youth football and baseball and was also known for saying, “Ditch and Back!” while coaching football when players needed some extra conditioning.

He loved his dog Buster and playing golf with his friends and family. He loved the TV shows Andy Griffith, Gunsmoke, and Bonanza. Terry once had four interceptions as a junior in a high school football game against West Vigo.

Preceding him in death are his father, Gerald Arnett, mother, Charlene Kimmell, and son, Kyle Arnett.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Sandy Arnett, son, Dustin Arnett (Alesha), his grandchildren Sage, Braxton, Fynlee, and Ryker, his brother Jeff Arnett (Diane), and brother Scott Kimmell

There will be a celebration of life for Terry this Saturday, December 14th  at 5pm at Westside Church in Sullivan.

Holmes Memorial Chapel is honored to assisted the family with arrangements.