MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Murfreesboro community is mourning the loss of a dedicated public servant who spent decades bringing the arts to local children. Terry Ann Womack, a longtime fixture of the Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department, passed away this week. Womack is being remembered today for her vibrant personality and her unwavering commitment to the youth of Rutherford County.

During her long tenure with the city, Womack created the Sunshine Players. The program introduced thousands of local children to participatory visual and performing arts. 

Tributes from colleagues and community members continue to pour in on social media. Lifelong friends remember Womack as a loyal companion whose love for laughter and entertaining only took a backseat to her love for children. Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation officials expressed their deep gratitude for her tremendous impact, noting that her creative legacy will live on in the community for years to come.

BELOW PHOTO - TERRY ANN WOMACK PICTURED WITH FORMER MURFREESBORO PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR LANNY GOODWIN