Terry went home to be with his Savior on July 6, 2020. He was born on October 13, 1950 in New Castle, IN. He grew up in Hagerstown, IN and graduated from Hagerstown High School in 1968. He also graduated from Taylor University in Upland, IN in 1973. There he met his wife Susan Weiss. They were married in Kenosha on June 23, 1973.
Terry worked for AMC/Chrysler as a model maker and tool grinder for 33 years.
Terry was an observer of life and loved to research history and many other subjects. He loved Indiana basketball, golfing, camping and hiking in many National Parks around the U.S.
Terry was a long time member of Immanuel Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon and Sunday School teacher. He last attended Pleasant Prairie Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Susan; daughter, Jill (Joey) Jankowski; son, Steven; grandchildren, Peter, Anne and Luke; his mother, Martha; brothers, Bruce (Diana), Barry (Glenda) and Kevin (Onalee) Giggy; a sister, Suzanne (Bob) Hightower; brothers-in-law, Robert (Beth) Weiss and Lee (Gloria) Weiss; he is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Terry will be remembered for his quick wit, love of nature, waterfalls, his deep studying into issues and his love for family and the Lord.
Private family services for Terry will be held at a future date.
Dawn Kaiser says:
Sue,
Jim and I are so sorry for your loss. Terry was such a sweet quiet man, and he will be greatly missed. We will keep you and your family in our prayers in the coming days. We know you will find great comfort in your memories of Terry.
Debbie Miller says:
Larry and I are to sorry for your loss. Terry was our very first Sunday school teacher upon becoming believers and attending IBC. Praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
Heidi and Dave says:
Dear Sue, Jill and Joe, and Steve, Peter, Anne, and Luke,
We are so sad to hear of the loss of Terry, he was so kind and all the memories we have of him are nothing but sweet. We are thinking of you and praying for peace, understanding and comfort at this most difficult time. Much love and friendship always, you are such an incredibly special family!
Love,
Dave, Heidi, Ryan, Christian, and Nolan Dryer
Neil, Magda, Graham, Theo Gammon
Jan Finch Dimitrijevic
xox
Richenda and Eric Petersen says:
Sue and family,
So sorry for Terry’s painful fight. What rejuvenation in Heaven. Praising God for your example at IBC. Hugs.
Jeanne and Rocko Onan says:
Jill and Family,
My condolences for your loss. We are praying for all of you during this difficult time.
Jacque Vogt says:
Sue, My heart is broken for you. I thought Terry was doing well and just six weeks ago you had posted that his numbers were good and he did not have to see doctors until November. I was so thrilled that he was doing well. I am praying for you and your family like crazy, today and in the tomorrows too! Love you much, Jacque
Chris Greco says:
Sue and family:
I am so very sorry for your huge loss. Things do not make sense to us but we can take comfort with the assurance that life’s events are woven into the beautiful and perfect tapestry of God’s sovereign plan.
I didn’t know that Terry was a Sunday school teacher at IBC or that he was a deacon. It is nice to know that history.
God blessed you with many years together. I am praying that you take solace in those memories and in the knowledge that Terry is home at last.
Kathy Brennen says:
Sue and family, so sorry for the lose of Terry. I just saw it in the paper this morning. Praying for comfort. Hugs to you girlfriend.
Tom & Linda Gaudio says:
Dear Sue & family,
We were so sorry to hear of Terry’s passing. May you be comforted with the fact he is with our Lord. We have many great memories of him as a Sunday school teacher to a deacon to an Awana leader. He was a good and faithful servant. He will be missed.
Sincerely, Tom & Linda
Kathy says:
We’re so very sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine the emptiness in your life. I’m sure that there’s joy knowing that Terry is n the presence of our Lord and Savior. May God bring peace to you in this difficult time.
Scott and Kathy Nelson
Carol Bonofiglio says:
Dear Sue & family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. May your faith sustain you.
Marianne Germinaro says:
Dear Sue and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Terry’s passing, but rejoice that he is no longer suffering. May you find comfort he is with his Lord now.
All our love,
Bill and Marianne Germinaro
Mary Pearson says:
SUSAN n FAMILY
I worked with Terry at Chrysler for Many years He was such an INSPIRATION to Many of Us. A Family Member away from Home.
He Touched Many People in his LIFETIME and didn`t mind SHARING HIS SOFT SPOKEN Words n HUMOR which could be DRY at times n We would still Laugh.
He was such a Caring Person with a HEART OF GOLD.
We are put here on this Earth for a Reason n PURPOSE TERRY knew his PURPOSE.
I`m So Thankful WE Crossed PATHS in This Lifetime n Look Forward to RESURRECTION DAY in the NEW JERUSALEM
May the FAMILY find COMFORT n STRENGTH in Knowing He was LOVED by MANY Being a Good n Faithful Servant
With Us in our Hearts n NEVER FORGOTTEN
Psalms 23:4 n Isiah 41:10 gives us Hope Praying for You and Your Family.
SINCERELY
Mary Pearson