Brayman, Terrell K.

Terrell K. Brayman, Captain, USAF (Fallen)
1990 – November 29, 2023

U.S. Air Force Major Terrell “Terry” Kieta Brayman died on Nov 29, 2023, at age 32 when his CV-22 Osprey aircraft crashed off the coast of Japan.

Terry is survived by his parents, Howard & Glenda Brayman, Pittsford, NY; sisters, Courtney Brayman, Rota, Spain and Adrienne Brayman (husband, Michael Prest), Brussels, Belgium; nephews, Dylan and Elliott, Brussels, Belgium; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Terry was a native of Pittsford, New York. He graduated from Pittsford Mendon High School in 2009, where he competed in Cross Country and Nordic Skiing. He attended The Ohio State University, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering in 2014.

Terry received his commission through the Reserve Officer Training Corps program at Ohio State University and entered active duty on May 23, 2014. He served as a CV-22 Aircraft Commander with duties at United States Forces Japan as the Deputy Chief of Bilateral Operations assigned to the 21st Special Operations Squadron, 353rd Special Operations Wing, Yokota Air Base, Japan.

He completed Undergraduate Pilot Training at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas and went on to be a U-28A Draco pilot at the 34th Special Operations Squadron at Hurlburt Field, Florida. Prior to his assignment at Yokota Air Force Base, Japan, he transitioned to the CV-22, completing the CV-22B Initial and Mission Qualification Course at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico in 2020. While assigned to the 21st Special Operations Squadron, Terry served as the Joint Special Operations Forces Aviation Planner for a Joint Task Force in support of Special Operations Command-Pacific.

“Terry was a beloved brother and son, as well as a multi-talented officer, skilled aviator, mission commander, and proven leader of teams,” said U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Tyler Oldham, 21st Special Operation Squadron commander. “His calm and poise bore respect from his squadron mates. Terry was a naturally talented pilot and officer. His leadership qualities earned him respect from his peers on the ground and in the air.”

During his career, Terry was recognized with the Meritorious Service Medal (awarded posthumously), Air Medal with Combat Device and Five Oak Leaf Clusters (fifth oak leaf cluster awarded posthumously), Air and Space Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Combat Readiness Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, and NATO Meritorious Service Medal. He was posthumously promoted to Major.

Terry loved the outdoors, whether it was hiking, camping, or skiing. He especially loved kite boarding and racing small sailboats with his sisters. He as an avid Buffalo Bills fan, and he hoped to return to the Rochester, NY area when he finished his Air Force career.

We will miss him with all our hearts, and our family will never be the same.

Friends may call Thursday, December 21, 2023, 4-8 PM at the funeral home (2305 Monroe Ave.). A Funeral Service will be held Friday, December 22, 2023, 11 AM, at First Universalist Church of Rochester, 150 S. Clinton Ave. Interment at White Haven Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Air Commando Association (https://aircommando.org/foundation). To share a memory of Terry or send a condolence to the family visit www.anthonychapels.com.

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