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Stand With Our Son - A Veteran, Father, and Man of Honor

Military
Good Cause
United States
Florida
Created June 17th, 2025
Raised$5,600
Donations49
Shares21
Days ran29

Their story

As parents - and now grandparents - we never expected to find ourselves in this position, reaching out for help.  We've always believed in working hard, taking care of our own, and keeping our heads held high through difficult times.  Asking for support doesn't come easily to us, but this is different.  This is about our son - and our beautiful granddaughter.

Our son Darren is a military veteran currently serving in the reserves.  He is also a single father who has fought tirelessly to win custody of his 3 year old daughter.  That battle was long and painful, but justice prevailed.  He now has full custody, and he and our granddaughter live with us as he works to rebuild a stable, loving life for the two of them.  

Unfortunately, soon after divorce papers were served, his ex-wife made false allegations that led to military legal proceedings.  These are separate from the custody case and have dragged on, putting his reputation, future and career aspirations in law enforcement at risk.  

We know our son.  We know his heart, his integrity, and his commitment - to God, his daughter, his country, and his community.  We believe in him without question.  But belief alone doesn't pay for the legal defense he needs to defend himself and clear his name.  

This is why we're reaching out.  We are doing everything we can to support him, but the legal costs have become too great to bear alone.  We're asking for help - not because we want to, but because our son and granddaughter need it.  

If you're able to donate, know that every dollar will go directly toward legal fees for his defense and the fight to clear his name.  And if you can't give, your prayers, encouragement, and shares mean the world to us.

Thank you for standing beside our son.  God bless you.

With heartfelt gratitude,                                                                                                                                          Dianne & Darren Terry (sr.)                                                                                                                                      proud parents and grandparents. 

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Dianne Terry Verified User
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Suzanne Raby
Suzanne Raby donated $100

Praying for you all!!

1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Such a blessing you are! Thank you for your love and prayers! God bless you! We love you, friend!!!!

Lisa Hertel
Lisa Hertel donated $50
1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Please thank Mark for us for his generous love and support! He's been a blessing to our family!! AS for you, thank you is never enough! The Terry's love and appreciate you so very much! You have a heart after God and He loves you!!!! You need to know that!

Lisa Hertel
Lisa Hertel donated $200

This is from Mark. Mine is coming. I just hope this nightmare is over soon.

1 year ago
Cynthia Boccia
Cynthia Boccia donated $50

Wishing you and your beautiful daughter a very happy future.

1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Thank you, Cynthia for your love and prayers! This blessing will help see them across the finish line in defeating an evil ordeal. God is good! Love and miss you guys! God bless!

Rolando Zapata
Rolando Zapata donated $50
1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Thank you brother for your love, prayers and support for our kids as they stand against evil in this terrible ordeal. God bless your beautiful family! Love you, brother!

Bob and Sharon Nicolosi
Bob and Sharon Nicolosi donated $100

Good luck, and God Bless you Darren...you've got this!

1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Thanks brother for your love and support! You certainly know whats involved in a Family court battle. We are grateful he has won custody, now it's time to finish the race and clear his name. It's been a long couple of years and trust God to turn this into a blessing. Amen! Keep praying! We love and miss you guys!!

Marisa Goydich
Marisa Goydich donated $50
1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Thank you for your love, prayers and support for your cousins! You're such a blessing. Hope to see you soon. We love you!!!!!

John & Bonnie Lacenere
John & Bonnie Lacenere donated $50

Keep fighting. I am sick of the double standards in this country. Your a great dad and an amazing man. Thank you for your service. I will be holding you up in prayer.

1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Thank you for your love and prayers! They will carry them through this ordeal to victory in the Lord! Amen! We love you!

Rita Flynn
Rita Flynn donated $50
1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Thank you, sister for your love and prayers! God is good! love you!

Kim  and Marlon
Kim and Marlon donated $100

🙏🙏🙏

1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Thank you for your love and prayers! Such a blessing to us all. God bless! Love you, neighbors!!!!

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