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TERRY WILLIAM SANDE

Date of Passing: Mar 28, 2015

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TERRY WILLIAM SANDE With heavy hearts Terry William Sande let go on Saturday, March 28, 2015 due to complications of ALS. Terry was born in Port Arthur, Ontario, moved to Winnipeg in the late 1970s for career opportunities which led him to specialize in mechanical (controls) service industry. He was a natural problem solver, thrived on thinking outside the box and established the trust and high regard of clients and associates. Terry prided himself as a single parent raising Nicole, Trevor, and Terry Jr. to be independent and loyal. He loved and appreciated their unique connections. He had a great passion and knowledge of his cars (at one count 63 vehicles!!!), loved to create and weld in his workshop, coffee with the guys, NASCAR, respond to help a friend/neighbour or putter around the house. Cathy and Terry spent as much time (reading, exploring, napping) as possible at the summer cabin in Bag Bay - white pines was our paradise. We planned a simple retirement. Sadly Terry endured painful years with an "invisible illness" and pursued medical support in Canada and abroad. Terry was misdiagnosed or unrecognized with ALS until late last year. While Terry Sr. was hospitalized last fall his son, Terry Andrew (Pooskie) died unexpectedly (December 24, 2014) at the age of 32. His grief, our grief is complicated. We mourn and celebrate the lives of both these incredible men. Please join us Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at Wheeler Funeral Home, 1800 Day Street for his celebration of life. Funeral Arrangements in Care of Wheeler Funeral Home, Cemetery & Crematorium 1800 Day Street 204-224-1525

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 04, 2015

Condolences & Memories (16 entries)

  • So much has changed in the last 4 years and missing you constantly - ‘what might have been’ ‘we’d only just begun’ no regrets or if only’s - the time we had etched in personal memories, hidden notes and photographs - ‘part of, belong to’ ALS destroyed your body and you let go for us .. very brave TWS you made a decision not to hold on your spirit remains forever cause we are always talking about your larger than life character, and son Terry A Love Cath - Posted by: Cathy Murray (partner) on: Mar 25, 2019

  • Terry W and his son Terry A are side by side, in Mountain view cemetery in Thunder Bay he/they look forward to your visit or random, fond memories at any time .. One thing never changes, and that is: life is too short, loved and never forgotten. - Posted by: Cathy () on: Mar 30, 2018

  • He and I had many years of good times, I miss his Laughter so much, my best friend - Posted by: Dale McNally (Cousin) on: Dec 15, 2015

  • I was a good friend of Terry for 30+ years. We were both from Thunder Bay and moved to Winnipeg. I am both shocked and sad to hear of his passing and that of little Terry. Terry was a good guy and a good friend. He was excellent in his field of work and a good trouble shooter. I give my deepest condolences to Nicole, Trevor and Cathy. - Posted by: Gerry Macko (old friend) on: Apr 13, 2015

  • So sad to read of an old friend's passing . We knew each other from way back here in Thunder Bay. Went to school together and hung around in the 60-70's. Wow so sad. RIP brother. Sympathies to your family. mooner marm - Posted by: gary marmounier aka mooner (old friend) on: Apr 08, 2015

  • My sympathies and prayers with Cathy right now, and my condolences go to Terry's family. May you each find strength through your good memories, and peace trusting that Terry has. Bless you. - Posted by: Karen (old friend of Cathy's) on: Apr 07, 2015

  • I was introduced to Terry through Cathy and found him to be an incredibly friendly, giving person. Cathy would sometimes regale me with stories of Terry and his family while working alongside me right up until her retirement. Cathy, I was so shocked to see that both Terry and his son had passed. Please know that we at the NSD are thinking about you during this incredibly difficult time. - Posted by: Ward Bailey (Friend) on: Apr 07, 2015

  • Recall with fondness our time in Westfort as kids. Always have remembered Terry's acrobatic ability with small bikes. Sincere sympathies to family. Tom Burns - Posted by: Tom Burns (Friend) on: Apr 07, 2015

  • My deepest condolences go Terry's family, I haven't seen Terry for many years as our paths just never crossed. I go a long way back with him as we were Union Brothers and that goes back to when he was employed as a Steamfitter working on controls. Terry was an excellent tradesman and when he went into business he was good and honest employer and did very well for himself and family. I know he will be missed very much and due to being away I will be unable to attend his funeral, but my thoughts will be there. - Posted by: Gerry Bentley (Friend) on: Apr 06, 2015

  • Our sincerest condolences to Nicole, Trevor, and Cathy. I had the pleasure of working for Terry beginning in 2004 up to his retirement. He was truly a loving, giving man with a big heart and infectious laugh. Through our time working together he had always treated me as more of a friend than a boss. He took the time to get to know my husband and children as well, and would always open his heart to offer advise and share a few laughs. I will never forget you Terry, I have thought of you often and have always admired you for your strength and honestly. I am truly blessed to have known you, you will be sadly missed, until we meet again. - Posted by: Charlotte & Roger (friend) on: Apr 06, 2015

  • I've known Terry and his family for 35 yrs, we lost touch over the years. He was an amazing single father for many years. Young Terry was the sweetest little boy. Dad and son are together again. My condolences to all of their family. Thoughts and Prayers are with you all. The Caveney's. - Posted by: Shirley (Old family friend) on: Apr 05, 2015

  • I am proud to say that Terry was my employer and friend. I can honestly say I never met a nicer person. I would not be where I am today without his influence. The world has lost a true gentleman. - Posted by: Cameron Dahl (Friend) on: Apr 05, 2015

  • I was just a child when you left Thunder Bay but I do remember you helping to build the cabin with your uncle Bill (my father) on Huronian Lake. I have a nice picture of you and Nicole with us at that cabin, you look very youthful and happy in it. my sincerest condolences to Nicole and Trevor. - Posted by: Victoria (aka Billie-Jo) Sande (cousin) on: Apr 05, 2015

  • So sad for you Cathy. Begin to heal my friend. - Posted by: Debby Carling () on: Apr 05, 2015

  • My relationship with Terry began when he hired me to work for him, and from there, it grew into a loyal friendship. Terry was both a wonderful boss, and a kind and caring friend. My condolences to Cathy and Terry's family. - Posted by: Lee-Anne Wilson (Friend) on: Apr 04, 2015

  • Our deepest sympathies on the passing of Terry and his son. - Posted by: The Forest family (friends) on: Apr 04, 2015

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