Terence (Terry) Michael Williams
Posted By Egan Funeral Home On January 13, 2014 @ 12:05 pm In Obituaries,Orangeville Area | 48 Comments
Passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2014, Terence (Terry) Michael Williams (aged 69 years) of Hockley Valley, ON and Bay Bulls, Nfld. Terry leaves with loving memories his wife of 44 years Jeanette (nee Nagle), his daughter Deidre, his son Michael (Yuko), and his much loved grandchildren Yui Clare, Naoto Patrick and Takao Timothy. Terry was predeceased by his infant son Sean and parents Bette and Mike Williams of St. John’s, Nfld. Also left to remember their brother are sisters Michelle Sullivan (Kevin), Megan Hunt-Walsh (Sonny) and sister-in-law Bernice Nagle. He will be remembered with affection by his nieces and nephews Adam, Sarah, Jessica and Rebecca Hunt, Colin and Claire Sullivan.
Terry attended St. Bonaventure’s College and Memorial University in St. John’s and Queen’s University in Kingston. He began his professional life as a 2nd Lt. in the Royal Canadian Engineers of the Canadian Army and as a professional geoscientist. After moving to Ontario he continued a successful career as a professional engineer in the mining industry and, later, in the environmental and nuclear fields for Ontario Hydro.
Throughout his life Terry was an enthusiastic and committed community member and father, volunteering his time as a navy cadet instructor, Boy Scouts leader, member of the Rotary Club International and in the Catholic Church. An avid outdoorsman, Terry enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and community efforts to return blue birds to southern Ontario. His love of creating with his own hands is evidenced by his years as the operator of a traditional-style maple syrup sugar bush in Elliot Lake, the lovely home he almost single-handedly built in the Hockley Valley, his handcrafted Newfoundland dories and his ever-bountiful garden. A patriotic Newfoundlander, Terry carried a love of the music and culture of his home to the mainland and learned to play the Bodhran as a retirement project. He was happiest when he returned every summer to jig cod in his Boston Whaler surrounded by friends in Bay Bulls harbour.
Above all else he was a devoted husband, father and a very, very proud grandfather.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home Baxter & Giles Chapel, 273 Broadway, Orangeville (519-941-2630) Friday afternoon 2 – 4 and evening 7 – 9 o’clock. Memorial Mass will be held in St. James Colgan, 2118 Adjala-Tecumseth Townline, Colgan on Saturday morning, January 18 at 11:30 a.m. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 202 – 2227 South Millway, Mississauga L5L 3R6 (www.cancer.ca) or the charity of your choice. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Condolences for the family of “Terence (Terry) Michael Williams”
On behalf of Alexandra and myself, please accept our heart felt condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts are with you in this time of grief.
Jeanette, Deidre,Michael, Mic,Megan and family
On behalf of Jim,myself,Alyssa,Andrew and family, our sincere sympathies and heartfelt prayers go out to all of you.
Lesley Carmichael
Oakville
Jeanette, Michael, Deidre and Family
We offer our sincere sympathy to the Williams family. My memory of Terry is of a quiet, gentle man and I always enjoyed my conversations with him on your vacations home in Newfoundland. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Mary and Bill Jardine
St. John’s
Jeanette, Michael, Deidre, Mic, Megan and Families
Please accept our deepest sympathy on Terry’s sudden passing. Such a wonderful soul who was held in high regard by all to knew him. May God grant you peace and consolation in this difficult time. Love to you all.
Judy and Harold
St. John’s, NL
So sorry to hear of Terry’s sudden passing. As a child, I remember visiting his house and was always fasinated by his model train set in the basement of his Water St. home. We were so delighted to see him again a couple of years ago at Aunt Betty’s birthday party in Brigus. Always a soft spoken gentleman like his dad. Rest in peace Terry and sincerest condolences to his family.
Cousin Richard and wife Ruby.
We are so, so, sorry to read about the passing of Terry. He was a true friend. We had so many memorable times together. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jeanette, Michael, Deidre, and family.
Terry was one of those special people. I remember when Ontario Hydro asked me who to hire between Terry and two other more experienced individuals, I didn’ t hesitate recommending him. It was the best decision. From the first time we worked together in 1975 as young guns at Kidd Creek Mines to offering his home and teaching me how to Jig during our daughters wedding in Newfoundland, Terry was a professional, a loving man and a great friend. We are blessed to have been able to share moments in time. Our hearts go out to Jeanette, Deidre, Michael and all those closest to Terry.
Love Don and Julie
So sorry to hear of Terry’s sudden passing. I remember him as a quiet and gentle man and had the pleasure of a lovely visit with him when I last saw him a couple of years ago. On behalf of Fred and myself please accept our heartfelt condolences and our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Cousin Sandy and husband Fred
On behalf of the Southern Ontario Dulcimer Association (SODA), please accept our heartfelt condolences. Terry was a member of our group who was passionate about music, especially the Celtic tunes that we played. He brought his Bodhran, and played when he could. He told stories and sang some tunes from his repertoire. He opened up his home in Hockley Valley for our meetings and always had a pot of soup cooking ready for a meal. His love of Celtic music and for the work and talents of our group, motivated him to coordinate a Celtic Festival at the Alton Mill. He brought together our group, professional musicians, dancers, and artisans for a full day of fun. Terry will always be in our hearts, thoughts, and music.
We offer our heart felt sympathy to the Williams family.
I have fond memories of Terry from when we worked together at the St. Lawrence mines back in Newfoundland. Terry was a kind,caring ,and adventurous friend.
May the peace which come from memories shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Bob,Monica Pike ,and family.
London
As another member of SODA, I extend my prayers and deep condolences to the family.
Terry took time last Spring to write me at length about what to do and see in Newfoundland! I will keep it and follow his advice when we get there! He was a great and gentle man!
Sincerely, Sharon Deur
Jeanette and family,
Sorry to hear of Terry’s untimely passing. Deepest condolence. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Wilbur and Mary
Jeanette, I have no words; he was a very special friend. We will miss him greatly; the world is smaller.
All our love to you, Deidre, Michael and family.
Holly and Michael
We were very saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Terry. Please know that you are all in our thoughts during this very difficult time.
Cousin Terry and wife Laurie
Oromocto, New Brunswick
Terry was a ‘good old boy’ and was taken far too soon. Our condolences to his beautiful family and to his wife Jeanette.
Jim and Carole Bennett
Soda group
I was very saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Terry. Please know that I am thinking of you all at this time and that he will be greatly missed.
Sincerely,
Aunt Florence
I am also a member of SODA where I met and performed with Terry. I enjoyed his enthusiasm for the music and the love of the bodhrán he brought with him.
Whenever I play with SODA, I will look upon his empty chair with his memory and wish him happiness and contentment in the great beyond.
Jeanette, Diedre, Michael & family, Mic and Megan,
We were so sorry to hear of Terry’s passing. I have fond memories of visiting with Mom Murphy in the basement kitchen on Water Street and seeing all of you grow. Terry was always the pride and joy of Aunt Bette & Uncle Mike and of course Mom Murphy. I haven’t seen Terry in a number of years but I remember him as a mild mannered, gentle soul. May you find comfort in your memories. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Cousin Sharon and husband Eric.
Please accept our sincere condolences on Terry’s sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cousin Marilyn and husband Dermot
Jeanette, Deidre, Michael, Mic and Megan
So so sorry to learn of Terry’s untimely passing. Being the “baby” of Dick’s crowd, I don’t have many memories but upon meeting him a couple of times in the last few years, I am sure his character matched his mild and kind demeanor. Take care of yourselves in the coming weeks and months as I am sure he would want you to. It is only at times like this that I realize how quickly time is passing us by.
God Bless and sending lots of hugs and prayers your way.
Cousin Maureen, husband Clayton and family.
Jeanette, Michael, Deidre and Family, Mic and Megan,
To all the family, I was so sorry to learn of the passing of Terry. I have a picture displayed in my home of my father, Terry (Murphy), holding my cousin, Terry (Williams), as a very young toddler. It was a keepsake that my Aunt Bette gave me a few years ago and it always meant a lot to me. It brought me pleaure to look at it and see the link between my family and yours with uncle and nephew close together. I am sad to see that another dear relative has passed on. I enjoyed talking to Terry in the summer of 2008 when visiting Newfoundland as he explained the origins of the name, Terry, in our family and why my grandmother had chosen this name. My deepest condolences to all the family at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Glenda and Normand, Nicolas and Jeremy.
Jeannette, Deidre, Michael and family, as well as the Sullivan family and Bernice,
We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you all as you cope with Terry’s sudden passing. May God comfort you and give you strength at this difficult time.
We are comforted remembering the wonderful man Terry was and the memories we have of him. Rest in peace Terry.
We were saddened at the passing of Terry. We will always have fond memories of Terry and his family opening his beautiful house for the dulcimers. I enjoyed playing my violin along with Terry as he drummed his bodrum , trying to keep us all in time. His great stories of the mummers kept everyone enthralled and also the wonderful soup that they made for everyone was memorable. He was a friendly soul who spoke so lovingly of his daughter.I am sure that we all enjoyed playing in his Celtic show . He did a great job with it. Terry , we certainly will miss you.
Please acccept our sincerest condolences on the passing of Terry. Out thoughts and prayers are with you.
Paul, Lucy and Dougal of St. John’s
Jeanette and family
I am so sorry to hear of Terry’s passing we were really surprised. I hope you find comfort in your time of need. Terry was a nice man who always had something interesting to say. My mom had fond memories of him..We all enjoyed visiting with you and Terry when you were home in Bay Bulls…I am sure he will be greatly missed..
St. John’s
Jeanette, Deidra, Micheal and family
We were sorry to hear of Terry’s sudden passing. Hoping you find the strength in memories of the good family times together to carry you through. Terry will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to have had him a part of their lives. May he rest in peace.
To Jeanette and family. Sending our sincere sympathy. Sorry for this untimely death of your husband and father.
Jeanette and Family:
We were so sadden to hear of Terry’s untimely death. You and your family are in our prayers and thought during this difficult time. I know your faith will get you through. May God bless you and and your loved ones. RIP Terry.
So very sorry to hear of Terry’s passing, our condolences go out to you and your family. Though we only knew each other for a short while, I became fond of the friendship and looked forward to his visits to Newfoundland each summer. We will keep you in our prayers and may God give you great comfort in this time of such sadness.
Jeannette, Deidre, Michael, and family
We are saddened to learn of Terry’s untimely passing. Though we have not seen each other in many years, we always stayed in touch, and the memories of our early married years together and special friendships, have kept us close in spirit. We sincerely hope that this same spirit may bring you some comfort during your difficult times. Rest in peace good friend – Marilyn & Dave (Whazisname)
Jeanette, Deidre, Michael, Mic & Megan & families,
We were deeply saddened to hear of Terry’s sudden passing. Know that we are thinking of and praying for you at this very difficult time. May you find comfort and strength in your memories and the love and support of family and friends. Rest in peace, Terry.
Cousin Brenda & husband Tom
Jeanette and Family
My sisters and I offer our condolences on the passing of your husband. We will keep you in our prayers.May he RIP.
Jeanie, Irene Marion and Nora
Jeanette and Family
We are so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and give you strength at this difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
I have some very fond memories of Terry…ones especially of him bringing myself and the rest of the young Rex clan to the Sugar Bush every winter. His taffy was by far the best I have ever tasted, and by which I hold the standard. I share my memories of him with not only my children, but with my students too, as that is how much his kindness had an impact on my life. Thank you Terry. He will live on in my heart.
Julia
We send our deepest condolences to Jeanette, Michael, Deidre, Mic, and Megan (Mom).
Terry was a wonderful person. I quite literally would not be where I am today if he had not provided the reference I needed to get my passport when I was leaving for Taiwan years ago.
You’re in our thoughts constantly.
Love, Adam (and Katie)
Jeanette, Deidra, Micheal and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. Terry will certainly be missed by all who were privileged enough to have known him.
Jeanette, Deidre, Michael, and family,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of Terry. Our thoughts are with you.
Terry, you were my best friend at Ontario Hydro. I have fond memories of us having tea together every morning when we worked in the same department. We also shared numerous luncheon together at restaurants near Ontario Hydro. Terry, I will always remember you and your generosity.
Yiu Fai and Dora
Jeanette, Deidra, Micheal and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Terry was our good friend and our neighbour. We took great comfort in knowing we could always count on him any time of day or night. There is no finer a man than Terry Williams and our lives have been enriched by his presence. Terry, we love you and will miss you dearly. May God rest your soul, our gentle friend.
Patty and Marissa
Jeanette, Deidra, Micheal and Family
Sorry to hear about Terry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May he rest in Peace.
On behalf of all the staff of Meridian Credit Union our deepest condolences at this time of great loss. Our thoughts and prayers to Jeanette, Deidre, Michael and the extended family.
We are so sorry to hear about Terry’s sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this very difficult time.
To Jeanette and family. So Sorry to hear of Terry’s death. On behalf of the Bishop Family please accept our deepest sympathy. You’re in our thoughts and prayers.
My sincerest sympathy Jeanette, Deidre and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all on this very difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May all your memories keep him close to your heart.
To Jeanette and family. So sorry to hear about Terry’s passing. We have such fond memories of your family as neighbours on MacDonald Court. Our deepest condolences.
Mike, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Losing a parent is one of the hardest things for a child to deal with. Your father is at peace and no longer suffering.
God Bless you and your family.
Sincerely,
Connie
We were shocked and saddened to hear today of Terry’s sudden and premature death. I have many good memories of Terry from Elliot Lake and his time with Ontario Hydro.
Our condolences to all the family.
Roger and Christine
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On behalf of the Stewarts of Georgetown, ON (myself, Laura, Colin & Aaron), our deepest condolences to the Williams family.
We are very sorry for your loss.