Terrell Ephriam

Terrell DeVonte Ephriam was born on June 7, 1993, in Denver, Colorado to his parents, Mary E. Jones and Kevin Dearing. He was the fourth child born in the family. He was raised surrounded by his brothers, I'Shawn, Tyre and his sister, Iesha. As a child, he was easy going and enjoyed exploring his environment. He and his grandmother, Kathy shared a special closeness. They shared many happy and precious moments together. He received his formal education in Aurora, Colorado, where he attended Hinkley High School and Cross Roads School where he graduated earning his high school diploma. Terrell was employed by ARC working in retail distribution. He was hardworking, dependable and worked well with his co-workers. He performed his duties with a spirit of excellence. He was currently in training with the Walgreens Pharmacy. A young man of faith and belief in the Lord, for the past eight years, Terrell worshipped at Living Hope Baptist Church under the pastoral leadership of Reverend Robin Holland. He truly enjoyed studying and learning about the goodness of the Lord. Terrell was a fun loving man who enjoyed life and those he encircled. In his free time, he enjoyed playing basketball, bowling and playing with his pet dog "Co Co." His closest friends, Garrett Greers, Josh Armor and many of his school classmates will miss the camaraderie they all shared together and the fact that he was a true and genuine friend. He will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known this kind and wonderful guy who leaves a legacy to remember and a void that can never be filled. Trust in the LORD with all your heart; and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6 Terrell DeVonte Ephriam departed this life to the embrace of the Lord on February 26, 2014, in Aurora, Colorado. Those left to cherish his memory and mourn his loss, include his mother, Mary E. Jones; 2 brothers, I'Shawn L. Ephriam and Tyre J. Ephriam all of Aurora; 1 sister, Iesha S. Paris of Aurora; his grandparents, Kathy Wiley of Aurora, William R. Ephriam, Jr. of Colorado Springs, CO and Derrick L Wiley, Sr. of Denver; his great grandparents, Superintendent William R. and Opheia Ephriam of Colorado Springs, CO; he is the nephew of Derrick L. Wiley, Jr., of Aurora, Ilinkia S. (Derrick) Evans of Aurora, Kendra Ephriam of Aurora; Keneisha Ephriam of Oakland, CA; and a host of other relatives and many friends.

Funeral Home: Pipkin Braswell Funerals and Cremations - 6601 East Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO
Visitation: 3/9/2014 at 12:00 PM - Pipkin Braswell Chapel of Peace - 6601 East Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO
Service: 3/10/2014 at 11:00 AM - Living Hope Baptist Church - Denver, CO
Cemetery: 7/3/2014 at 9:30 AM Balloon Release and Committal St. Simeon Cemetery - 22001 Colorado 30 Aurora, CO