William Thomas (Tom) Terwilliger, 75, of Wooster, Ohio, entered into his reward on July 21, 2023 surrounded by his family.
He was born June 30, 1948 to William and Ruth (Sickles) Terwilliger. His father died when he was a young child and his mother then married his stepfather, Leonard Peteri. He was a graduate of Triway High School and faithfully served his country during the Vietnam War. After retiring from the Wooster Fire Department in 1998 as City Fire Inspector, he worked as a substitute teacher in the Norwayne school system for 19 years. He was also an auctioneer and real estate agent for Landes and Landes locally as well as serving on the Wooster City School Board in the 1980’s.
He attended Southside Community Church in Wooster; he was a member of the Wooster American Legion Post 68, the Wooster Fraternal Order of Eagles and the Wooster Elks Lodge.
In 1988, he married Jan Stanfield, she survives. Along with his wife, he is survived by his children: Jeffrey (Carolyn) Terwilliger, Michelle (Micah) Lewis, Jodi (Joe) Kennedy, Jennifer Burgy , Amy (David) Fath and daughter-in-law Beth Terwilliger, as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and his sisters Pat Badger and Becky (John) Yungen.
His son, Mike Terwilliger, and a sister, Joanie Domanski, as well as his parents, died previously.
His impact as a husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend will be sorely missed. Comfort can be taken in the fact that he is present with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ now, and forevermore.
Calling hours will be at McIntire, Bradham and Sleek, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster on Friday, July 28 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM.
The funeral service will be Saturday, July 29 at 1:00 PM at Parkview Christian Church, 1912 Burbank Rd, Wooster with Pastor Greg Grimwood officiating. Graveside service at Sherwood Memorial Gardens in Wooster immediately following.
Memorial contributions in Tom’s honor may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, Greater East Ohio Area Chapter, 408 9th Street SW, Suite 3400, Canton, OH 44707.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
Sending hugs and prayers to Jan and all the family. Tom was a great person snd will missed.
Sorry Abby to hear about your grandpa. Bad timing with the wedding coming up
Many prayers of healing, love, and light to the whole family. I am so sorry for your loss.
My thoughts prayers and love to jan jeff Michelle and family have so many memories Will miss him always
Tom was a good father-in-law always treated me fair with dignity and respect and will miss him on earth. i will reunite someday in the heavens God created for us all
Jan and family,
God bless and keep you during this time of sorrow! I am saddened by your loss. Prayers continue gor strength and healing.
Love you!
Jan — my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Tom was very helpful and patient with me during my difficult time when having to sell my parents estate. He was a very kind soul.
My deepest sympathy to your family.
My thoughts are with the family, I am sure I meant him a long time ago. My momma was Ruth Terwilliger Gates. Prayers for the family.
Jan and families, we are saddened by your loss ,Our sincere sympathy to you all, R.I.P. Tom
Jan and family. I was so very sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. He is reunited with Mike and Joanie now. You have my deepest sympathy. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Jan and family you have my deepest sympathy , you are in my prayers . Tom was a great guy and will miss him dearly
My deepest sympathy and prayers for all of the extended family and friends. He always had a smile and friendly greeting for everyone he met. His presence to all who knew him will be missed.
My sincere sympathy to all Tom’s family. Tom was always so kind and friendly whenever I had the opportunity to meet him. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. It is comforting to know he is in the loving arms of Jesus and his Heavenly family. Hod bless you.
So sorry for your loss. I can just imagine Mike running into his arms! Hugs and prayers that God will comfort you.
Thank you for your service. Condolences to the family.
Such a time of sorrow. Jan, I pray for you, your girls and your whole family.
Jan and family, we are so saddened by hearing this! Tom was a wonderful friend and an outstanding person! You have been blessed to have him in your lives as in ours! Your family is in our prayers.
We are so sorry for the loss of your loved one. You are in our prayers and may God give you peace and comfort at this most difficult time.
To all of you,
I am thinking of you especially during this time. For most of us, it has been too long since we last met, but you are never far from my mind. May God be especially close to you all.
We are saddened by your loss. An unexpected death is devastating. May the Lord bring you and your family comfort and peace. May your fond memories never fade and bring you comfort. You are in our prayers.
Im so sorry for your loss, will always remember him from the Hard Hat. Kind and patient when we were busy.
God bless and peace be with you all in this difficult time.