Terry Pocklington

TERRY POCKLINGTON Sugarland, Texas - Terence William Pocklington, 81, passed away June 1, 2016, at Silverado Living Center in Sugarland, Texas, with his beloved son Brian and daughter-in-law Amanda at his side. Terry, as he was known, was born in Brigg, England, on May 15, 1935 to the late Charles Frances and Sybil Pocklington. Terry spent most of his adult life in Tupelo and Pontotoc. He moved to Tupelo with Ram Golf in 1966. He helped design the Pontotoc Country Club Golf Course. He not only worked in the golf business but LOVED playing the game. Terry is survived by his wife, Joan, of 57 years; of Tupelo; one son, Brian (Amanda); three grandchildren, Victoria Startz (Chris), William Pocklington and Caroline Pocklington; two great-grandchildren, Emma and Alex Startz of Richmond, Texas; two sisters, Patricia Christopher and Pam Watson of England.  Graveside services for friends and family will be 2 p.m. June 5, 2016, at Tupelo Memorial Park with Father Paul Stephens officiating. Memorials may be made to Sanctuary Hospice House, P.O. Box 2177, Tupelo MS  38803 or any charity of your choice  Expressions of sympathy may be left at www.peguesfuneralhome.com