Obituaries

Therese ‘Terry’ Pounds (Joiner): 1927-2024

Therese “Terry” Pounds (Joiner), 97, of Montclair, NJ died peacefully surrounded by family at Mountainside Hospital on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend, Terry was born a ‘survivor,’ having lost her mother who died soon after her birth in 1927 in New York City. She subsequently lived all over the world as a self-described “army brat” after her father, Colonel Talley Dosier Joiner, remarried and reclaimed “his little Therese” from her aunts who raised her until she was six. After graduating from Columbia High School in Maplewood, NJ, Terry briefly attended college at Trinity, DC, then decided to go to Katharine Gibbs Secretarial School in NJ. The skills she learned there served her well at her first secretarial jobs in Manhattan, then later at Montclair Kimberly Academy in Montclair where she worked for almost twenty years in the Office of External Affairs. She was proud of her mastery of the rules of English grammar, and many relied on her to proofread their letters. After the death of her husband in 1978, Terry set up a Montclair chapter of THEOS, a nationwide non-denominational support group for widowed men and women. She ran the group for approximately ten years and created friendships from that work that lasted until her death. She was also involved with the Friends of Barnet and the Montclair Fine Arts Festival.

Terry was predeceased in death by her husband, Donald Pounds, her son Richard, her beloved companions, Arthur Jones and Fred Berinato, and her sisters Lucy and Claire. She is survived by her son Donald Pounds and his companion Patrice Holtzer, daughter Mary Pounds Sisler, daughter-in-law Bette Pounds, sons James Pounds (Bethany) and Thomas Pounds (Liljana), daughter Virginia Pounds, sons Michael Pounds (Catherine) and John Pounds. She was the proud grandmother of sixteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren: Katy, Austin, Colleen, Connor, Jordan, Jason, Jeremy, Natalie, Anika, Evan, Noah, Ben, Eli, Max, Harper and Nolan; Scarlett, Emma, Carson, Peyton and Wesley. She is also survived by a large extended family and countless friends.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, November 9 at 10 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 30 N. Fullerton Ave., Montclair, NJ 07042, followed by interment of ashes at Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Upper Montclair.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Terry’s name to The Release Recovery Foundation at: https://donate.hakuapp.com/donations/new?fundraising_effort=in-loving-memory-of-therese-terry-pounds.

Gary Richard Court

02/14/1943 - 01/02/2025

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Obituary For Gary Richard Court

Gary Richard Court, 81, of Perrysburg, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family. Born on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1943, in Galion, Ohio, to Clarence and Marjorie Court, Gary’s life was a beautiful reflection of love, laughter, and generosity.

A proud graduate of The Ohio State University with a degree in accounting, Gary was a numbers man with a deep heart for helping others. His career in accounting spanned many years, beginning as the treasurer and eventually the director of development at Toledo Hospital. He also shared his knowledge and passion for accounting with students at Owens Community College, and later found fulfillment in private practice. Known for his kindness, Gary was the CPA who always went the extra mile to assist anyone in need, whether they were family, friends, or strangers.

In 1965, Gary married Carol Peterson. Together, they built a beautiful life and shared 32 years of love and memories before her passing in 1997. Despite the heartache of losing Carol, Gary’s heart opened again when he met Elva Reissig. They married on May 17, 1997, and over the next 27 years, they shared countless moments of joy, laughter, and unwavering devotion. Their marriage was a testament to the power of love, as they blended their families and made memories that will forever be cherished.

Gary’s faith was a cornerstone of his life. He was an active member of the Folk Group at St. Rose Catholic Church and later became a dedicated member of Zoar Lutheran Church. His faith not only grounded him but inspired those around him. Gary’s love for life extended beyond his faith; he was a die-hard Ohio State Buckeyes fan who never missed a game. Whether celebrating victories or lamenting defeats, he always made sure to share the score with his family, making each game an event to remember.

Gary’s sense of humor was legendary. He had a knack for bringing smiles to everyone around him, often telling his famous jokes. One of his favorites was: "Why did the accountant cross the road? To count the chickens on the other side!" His humor, warmth, and larger-than-life personality will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Gary is survived by his loving wife, Elva; children; John (Olga) Court, E.K. Herroon, and Amanda Reissig; and grandchildren Veronica (Roberto R.) Mora, Vanessa (Darren L.) Court, Velina (Patrick S.), Cruz Salazar, Julio (Celeste) Salazar, Audrey (Shannon S.) Herroon, Grace Herroon, Timothy Reissig-Berry, Raiden Reissig-Berry, and Ophelia Reissig-Berry. He is also survived by his siblings Fred Court, Diana Rupert, Janet Moyer, Tom (Rita) Court, and Steve (Elsa) Court, along with many extended family members. Gary is now reunited with his parents, his first wife Carol, his brother Doug (Mary) Court, his brother-in-law Ken Rupert, and his sister-in-law Jody Court, in eternal peace.

Friends and family will be received Friday, January 10, 2025 from 3-6 p.m. at Witzler-Shank-Walker Funeral Home, 222 E. South Boundary Street, Perrysburg (419-874-3133). Visitation will continue Saturday, January 11, 2025 from 10-10:30 a.m. at St. Rose Catholic Church, 215 E. Front Street, Perrysburg with a memorial mass beginning at 10:30 a.m. In honor of Gary’s memory, donations may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio, St. Rose Catholic Church, or Zoar Lutheran Church. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.walkerfuneralhomes.com

Gary’s legacy of kindness, humor, and love will continue to guide and inspire all who knew him. His warmth and generosity will be carried in the hearts of his family and friends forever.

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