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Terrence Brantley Obituary

Brantley, Terrence D. August 19, 1954 - May 27, 2014. Beloved son of Mildred (Sasser) Brantley and Chatman Brantley. He was preceded in death by his father, Chatman; and brother, Duane. He leaves to cherish his memory, loving mother, Mildred; son, Jharrett; grandson, Jayden; nieces, Regina and Morgyne; nephew, Aiden Brailsford; his longtime love, Kimberly Carmen; and a host of family and friends. Friday, June 6, 2014, Prepast at 12:00 noon at A.A. Rayner & Sons, 318 E. 71st St. in Chicago, Illinois. Interment immediately following services at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, Evergreen Park, Illinois. For further information, call 773-846-6133.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 5, 2014.

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Kai EL'Zabar

June 4, 2025

Terry was the cousin of a friend and dated another. He was very much the well mannered gentleman who was smart, charming and athletic, so he brought the charm and intellect to the game. He was an overall decent, warm and kind human being. Hate that his time was cut so short way too soon.

Stephanie Dominique-Dyer

May 9, 2017

Rest well My Love!
Stephanie

Cindy Johnson

January 7, 2016

I just realized that dear Terry had passed. I am so very sorry to hear this terrible news. I had lost touch with him a few years back. He was my sales rep and friend though the years in radio when I was at Home Run Inn and beyond. He was such an good and amazing guy who was the real deal. He always told me about his son Jarrett and was so proud. My condolences to his family and friends.

Carlyse Ford

July 19, 2014

Robyne Robinson

June 18, 2014

God Bless, Terry... Robyne Robinson

Carlyse Ford

June 13, 2014

Mrs. Brantley and family, my sincere condolence for the loss of my long time friend and "Main Man" calender model Terry. We met in California in 1980 and seldom talked but remained friends for years. I sent you the calenders. He will be greatly missed. He truly loved his family and was very proud of his son. Gone to soon.

Cecilia Carter

June 9, 2014

So very sorry to hear about Terry's passing. He was a big brother to me my freshman year and encouraged me to enter the advertising field when I graduated. "If we never pass this way again, just remember this time how good it's been. Less we forget God who made this possible, just remember he's so wonderful. God bless you.

June 9, 2014

RIP Terry. I knew of you back in 1975 at NU. My prayers go out to all family and friends

Garry Ogden

June 8, 2014

We were not in touch over the years but you were very instrumental in my adjustment to Northwestern life. You took me under your wings and helped me soar. I was saddened by the news of your transition but I will remember those talks at "The Complex" and the laughs we shared. Rest up Terry D, rest up.

June 7, 2014

I wish I. Old have extended my condolences personally to the family but my prayer is that God will strengthen the ties that bind each of you more strongly than ever and that you cherish his memory, life and legacy as each of us who knew him will. I remember Terry and Duane and the exemplary manner in which they carried themselves. Another Monarch has made his transition.
William L Cox '71

William L Cox

June 7, 2014

Your passing is a tremendous loss for all of us who knew you. I pray that god will strengthen your family and the ties that bind them so closely together. I wish I could have extended my condolences personally. No more pain, Terry...
William L Cox
Mendel Catholic 1971

Rosalyn Greene

June 6, 2014

Terry was one of my Uncle Jeffrey's best friends my condolences to the family may God Bless you!!!!!

Joyce Kilgore

June 6, 2014

Remembering you fondly from our NU days. RIP, Terry

James O'Connor

June 6, 2014

I had the pleasure of attending Mendel High School with both Terry and Duane and very lucky to play " WITH " instead of "AGAINST " on the Gridiron and I thank the Almighty for it !
God Speed Terry and Thank You !
James O'Connor ( Jocko ) 71

Norie Sammartino

June 6, 2014

We had the best group working together at NBC for many years. It was like family and there are so many great memories of Terry. I will miss you...

Tim Boykin

June 5, 2014

Terry you will always be remembered-first to greet-warm smile-and full of energy. Love

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6

Service

12:00 p.m.

A.A. Rayner & Sons Modern Funeral Service - Chicago

318 East 71st Street, Chicago, IL 60619

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6

Funeral Mass

1:00 p.m.

St. Columbanus Catholic Church

331 E 71st St , Chicago, IL

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6

Interment

St. Mary Catholic Cemetery

Evergreen Park, IL

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318 East 71st Street, Chicago, IL 60619

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