Terry Wayne Studyvin

On Saturday morning November 25, 2023, God welcomed his good and faithful servant, Terry Wayne Studyvin home. Leaving a legacy of true faith, love, family and community. Wayne moved home to his heavenly mansion. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Wayne is preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Wayne and Betty Connell Studyvin. He is survived by his beloved wife of 24 years, Sandra Adams Studyvin, two children: son, Troy Wayne Studyvin (wife Erin) and daughter, Meagan Studyvin. Grandchildren Colton and Olivia Studyvin and two extended family grandchildren, Noah and Emerson Lerner. One sister, Sherry Studyvin Lochamy (brother-in-law Jimmy Lochamy). Nieces, great-nieces, nephews and great-nephews and many great friends. Wayne graduated from Minor High School in 1972 and went on to earn degrees in Biology and Chemistry, plus a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from UAB. He grew up in the Sandusky community of Jefferson County. He was an Eagle Scout, a civil engineer, a husband, father, grandfather, but most important of all, he was a disciple, saved by grace through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. With a loving and generous spirit, Wayne was a gentleman of grace, dignity, ultimate character, integrity and devotion. He was a faithful servant and member of Sandusky United Methodist Church and most recently, Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church where he served on numerous committees, the Administrative Board and as Lay Leader of the church. Wayne also served his calling as a Sunday School teacher at both Sandusky UMC and Pleasant Hill UMC for over 45 years. For over ten years, Wayne exercised his civic duty as an Election Inspector at the voting polls for the Sandusky community of Jefferson County. Wayne’s career led him to work in Public Health for the Jefferson County Department of Health where he started out working as a swimming pool inspector and retired as Director of Environmental Health Services after 32 years of service. During Wayne’s career he was honored by The UAB School of Engineering as one of their top 40 Engineers Making a Difference. After retiring he began a second career, doing inspections and structural engineering work with two of his closest friends. Wayne loved his engineering career, his community work, his church, his family, his country and God, serving the Lord his entire life. A loving and faithful son, husband, father and grandfather, Wayne was always a devoted, sincere person and always gave the most solid and wise advice when called upon. He was passionate about being a Christian example to others and always strived to live that example. Wayne loved helping others and did so in a self-less manner. He always tried to give more than he received. Wayne enjoyed sports, especially Alabama Football, woodworking, building anything, traveling, hiking and being outside. He loved working in the church and serving Christ. He always loved and cherished spending time with his grandson, Colton. He loved his children and grandchildren and always put their needs before his own. He was a living testimony and his unwavering faith in God is summarized by these scriptures: “Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.” 1 Corinthians 11:1 It is love, then, that you should strive for. Set your hearts on spiritual gifts, especially the gift of proclaiming God's message. 1 Corinthians 14:1-2 Our hope is that you remember Wayne for his amazing kindness, gentle spirit, true and faithful heart and his generous spirit of putting others first and striving to be a living example of God’s love. Terry Wayne Studyvin “you are Forever in our hearts and always on our minds”. “We thank God for being a part of your wonderful life. Your golden heart, intellect, humor, and your selfless spirit will live on in our hearts.” In memory of you with all our love, Your adoring wife, children and grandchildren. In lieu of flowers the family ask that donations be made to Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church

Terry Wayne Studyvin

November 5, 1954 - November 25, 2023