Ron Terry, former First Tennessee CEO and Memphis civic leader, dies at 92

A prominent Memphis business leader for decades, Ron Terry was CEO of then-First Tennessee during the period where it grew from solely being in Mem...

March 8, 2023
4:46 AM

A prominent Memphis business leader for decades, Ron Terry was CEO of then-First Tennessee during the period where it grew from solely being in Memphis to a statewide bank. Terry, also known for his civic efforts and love for the arts, died Monday at Trezevant Manor. He was 92. Former First Tennessee CEO Ralph Horn worked with Terry at the bank for more than 30 years. 'I feel for his family and all of his friends,' Horn said. 'He was a very interesting, knowledgeable go-getter as a businessperson.

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