Terri Morris

Terri Lee (Matthews) Morris, formerly of Hopkinton, died peacefully and gracefully on June 20, 2025, following a long illness.

She was born July 31, 1955, in Long Branch, New Jersey, daughter of the late William A. and Ida V. (Pudvah) Matthews. She was raised and educated in Brockton and was a graduate of Brockton High School, class of 1973. Prior to her retirement, Terri worked as an LPN in several hospitals, including Boston University and South Shore Hospital. She spent many years providing personal care.

After meeting her beloved husband, Tom, at University Hospital, Terri moved to Hopkinton, where she built a warm and enduring life alongside Tom and her cherished father-in-law. There, she found joy in birdwatching, working in retail and cultivating a close-knit circle of friends who remained dear to her throughout her life.

Terri’s mother, Ida, often spent weekends at their home, sitting late into the evenings with Terri in the screen house, sharing stories and quiet moments. Their home was a reflection of Terri’s gentle spirit — filled with the presence of her beloved cats and her treasured Ford Thunderbird.

She never missed the Big E fair and found joy in visits to Maine and the beaches of Cape Cod. She also traveled to Arizona, embracing new experiences and the beauty of the world around her. Terri was the best aunt anyone could hope for — especially to her niece Naiomi and nephew Ryan, with whom she shared many cherished birthdays and holidays, leaving behind memories that will be treasured always.

After many years, and following the passing of her father-in-law. Walt, Terri and Tom moved to the Middleboro area, where they spent their later years in quiet companionship until Tom’s passing in 2013.

Terri remained deeply connected to her childhood friends from Brockton, who stayed by her side as lifelong besties. Her friendship with Ann bloomed into a treasured sisterhood, and together they built a circle of beloved women known fondly as “the girls.” With them, Terri enjoyed countless “movie club” nights, laughter-filled evenings on the little “beach” she lovingly created in her yard, and drives to nowhere and everywhere. These women were her tribe — they shared every season of life. There are too many tales to tell, but through every up and down, Terri was a faithful friend — an ear to listen and a voice of wise, heartfelt advice. She was loved deeply by “the girls,” and they remained by her side until the very end.

Terri devoted herself to caring for others — not only her beloved Tom, but many as a private caregiver. She served with quiet strength and deep compassion, always present for those in need.

Terri was a woman of profound faith, often speaking of “seeing the Lord’s steering in her life from start to finish.” She was independent, courageous, humble, and strong-willed — a woman of character, grace and love.

In her 70 years, Terri became all that a woman could hope to be: a wise advisor, a loyal friend and a steadfast presence of love. She will be deeply missed by her family, cousins, friends, coworkers, neighbors and the many patients she lovingly cared for over the decades.

Terri passed with peace and grace, returning into the arms of the Lord — reunited at last with her beloved Tom — for a dance that will last through eternity.

A celebration of life was to be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Travis Roy Foundation at travisroyfoundation.org.

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