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

 

She was born on 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 as 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 for her beloved Tom, but for 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 seventy 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 will be held at a later date.  Details will follow. 

 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: www.travisroyfoundation.org/

 

To offer your condolences online, please visit our website:  www.oneillfuneral.com 

 

Arrangements are by the O'Neill Funeral Home, 59 Peirce Street, Middleboro.