Terry R. Dilyard, 85, of Wooster died on Sunday, May 11, 2025 at Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare.
He was born on August 26, 1939 in Wayne County to Harry and Marjorie Hall Dilyard. On September 19, 1958, he married Sondra Raudebaugh. She survives.
Terry owned and operated the New Pittsburg Motors for many years. He was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church and loved basketball, boating, water skiing, fishing, camping and bicycling.
Along with his wife, Terry is survived by his daughters Terri (Jerry) Kolp, Traci (Dave) O’Hearn and Michelle Hann all of Wooster; grandchildren Rachel (Jonathan) Duncan, Stephanie (Patrick) Martinez, Rhiannon O’Hearn, Cory (Celia) O’Hearn, Breydan (Lexi) Hann and Ethan Hann; 8 great grandchildren; brother Tim (Marilyn) Dilyard of West Salem.
Terry was preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter Renee Kolp and brothers Bob, Don and Ken.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, May 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM at McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster with Pastor Daron Butler officiating.
Friends will be received from 11:00 AM until the time of service at the funeral home.
Contributions may be directed to The Roy Bates Foundation, c/o Wayne County Community Foundation, 517 N. Market St., Wooster, Ohio 44691 or to the New Pittsburg Fire Department, c/o Roger Kamp, 1466 Perry Twp. Rd. 35, Woster, Ohio 44691.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
You all have my condolences. Terry was a very good person. I enjoyed cutting his hair and chatting many years.
My heart felt condolences to the entire family. I’ve had the pleasure of being friends or acquaintances of Terri, Traci and Michelle, all beautiful ladies. It stands out to me, they have wonderful parents. May you carry the wonderful memories and love with you through the days ahead.
Michelle and family,
I am so sorry for your loss.
My sincere sympathies on your loss and prayers for comfort in this difficult time.
Thinking of you, Michelle, and your family during this difficult time.
So sorry to hear remember him from nw high school from Barb ward) and ross oehling.
Michelle and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. You are in my prayers.
Michelle,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
We are so sorry to learn of Terry’s passing. We have so many good memories of him, whether at the garage fixing all of our vehicles or at the park. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you all.
Sonnie, so sorry to hear of you and your family’s loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Michelle,
During all of our sleepovers at your house growing up, Terry always had something funny to say that would make me laugh. Prayers to you and your family.❤️
Dear Sonnie, I’m so sorry for your loss. Terry was such a nice guy, always smiling. The last time I saw you two was at Walmart a couple of years ago..at a distance. Wish I could have caught up with you to say hi. Hope your wonderful memories of Terry will help you through this sad time. Sending you my love and sympathy.
To the Dilyard Family,
Please know how sorry I am to hear of the loss of Terry. I have lots of fun memories with all of the Family.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you🥰
Sonnie and family. I’m so sorry to hear that news. I’m so glad that Leatha and I got to visit you both recently. My deepest sympathy and love for all of you feeling this loss.
Michelle and family. so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. You are in our prayers and may God grant you all the peace and comfort that only he can give at this very difficult time.
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To the Dilyard family:
Sorry to hear about the loss of Terry. You have our deepest sympathy. May God’s peace be with you all.
Michelle:
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May you cherish your personal memories and the lasting legacy of your father’s life.
To the Dilyard Family,
I was sad to learn of Terry’s passing. He was quiet but with a sense of humor. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
We were saddened to learn of Terry’s passing. He was always friendly to me. Lifting you up in prayer and sending hugs to all of you.
My deepest condolences I’m going to miss taking care of terry he was a wonderful man I loved making him laugh. Prayers and thoughts are with the family God Bless you all
Growing up in New Pittsburgh, I fondly remember Terry and his kind, gentle nature. He serviced my parent’s vehicles for many years. Sending my heartfelt sympathy to the family.
We’re so sorry for your loss. Remembering Terry’s humor and pray your memories will bring healing and laughter. May the Lord comfort you and bring you his peace that passes all understanding.
Sonnie, please forgive me for my tardiness. I was so shocked to hear of Terry’s death and so glad Elly and I got to visit with the two of you just lately. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Oh, Sonnie, we were so shocked to hear the news of Terry’s death, A YEAR LATER! How we never heard is a mystery, and we are so sorry we didn’t contact you sooner with our condolences. We both thought the world of Terry and send our love to you and the girls.