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Terence Ternet Obituary

TERENCE LEE "BO" TERNET, 60, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Mon-roeville, passed away Monday evening, June 30, 2008, 9:40 p.m., at Lutheran Hospital. He fought a valiant fight living with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) since 2001. Terry was born Jan. 12, 1948, in Fort Wayne, the third son of seven children born to Gerald F. and Jane L. (nee Berg) Ternet. He graduated from Monroeville High School as Valedictorian in the Class of 1966. Terry graduated from IPFW with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and went on to earn his M.B.A. also from IPFW. He was a homebuilder and founder of Masterpiece Homes, Inc., and Vintage Real Estate. Terry was named Entrepreneur of the Year for Northern Indiana in Construction/ Real Estate in 2000. He was also named IPFW Distinguished Alumni in 1993. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Fort Wayne. As someone who lived with ALS, Terry founded Ternet Friends Fighting ALS and supported the ALS Association's Indiana Chapter and ALS/T.D.F. Terry enjoyed boating, golfing and spending his winters in Florida. He also enjoyed reading Western novels and has read every Louis L'Amour book published. Survivors include his wife, Janeile C. "Neile" (Dalton Hyndman) Ternet, whom he married Oct. 8, 1983; his mother, Jane L. Ternet of New Haven; three children, Michelle L. (Tony) Patrick of Indianapolis, Brian C. (Courtney) Ternet of Fort Wayne and Adam T. (Amber) Ternet of Speedway; step-children, Robyn (Eric) Ford of Fort Wayne and Heath (Angela) Hyndman of Albion; brothers, Mike (Lennis) Ternet of Warren, Tom Ternet of Fort Wayne, and Neil (Lois) Ternet of Monroeville; sisters, Sandy (Tom) Youngblutt and Candy (Dave) Bangert, both of New Haven; former wife, Marsha Ternet of Fort Wayne; two grandchildren, Alexa and Jake Patrick; and eight step-grandchildren, Madison, Emma and Brock Ford and Samantha, Logan, Jackson, Calie and Hugh Hyndman; sister-in-law, Joyce Ternet of New Haven; and many friends. He was preceded in death by a brother, Gerald D. Ternet, on May 3, 2008. Mass of Christian Burial is 11 a.m. Friday at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 10700 Aboite Center Road, Fort Wayne, with viewing one hour prior at the church. Fr. James A. Shafer officiating. Calling also from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road, with Vigil at 8:30 p.m. Burial in Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorials to Massesor Ternet Friends Fighting ALS.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Jul. 2, 2008.

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Mark and Julie Pope

July 21, 2008

What a wonderful man who lived life to the fullest! We have the good fortune to live in a home that Terry designed and built - it is a lasting legacy to his creativity, attention to detail and his overwhelming talent! We extend our deepest sympathies.

Diane and George Davis

July 3, 2008

Our love and prayers go to Neile and all of the family of the wonderful and courageous Terry. We will always remember the many happy times we shared with you both. We know Terry is at peace and whole once again in the Lord's presence.
Diane and George Davis

Evelyn J. Frierson

July 3, 2008

May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared,
comfort you now and in the days ahead.

Mr. & Mrs. Steven Scherf

July 3, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Tammy Buescher

July 3, 2008

Dearest Neile,
Just reaching out to let you know you are in my thoughts. Here's wishing you the blessings of strength and outpooring of support.

My sincerest condolences.

Diane and Don Jacobs

July 3, 2008

Our hearts go out to Terry’s family. He lived life to its fullest and had many accomplishments. You must be very proud of him. Deepest sympathies.

Jodi Belschner

July 2, 2008

Brian and Courtney,
What a courageous battle your father fought! You are all in my thoughts and prayers!

David & Carmina Young

July 2, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. Uncle Terry was a great and hard working man. God bless.

Katey and Shannon McPherson

July 2, 2008

Michelle, Tony, Jake,Alexa and extended family: Your father was the epitome of a hero, a fighter, and someone who will always be held in the highest regard by all that knew him. May the memories you have of him keep you and hold you as you grieve his passing into the next life. We wish we could be with you and know that our love is being sent from the heavens of Arizonaand beyond.
Katey, Shannon, Ava and Mia McPherson
Gilbert, Arizona

Rose G. Sell

July 2, 2008

We are sorry for your loss of a great person. Uncle Terry led an inspirational life and did a lot of great things. Personally, I was happy to know that Jerry is not alone in heaven. He always really loved his brothers and now he has one with him.
Love, Bernard, Rose, Piper & Kynon Sell

Jo Mejia

July 2, 2008

Courtney and Brian, My heart aches for your family and the loss of your beloved. God rest his soul and I'm sure he and his brother are smiling down at all of you from heaven. Our prayers are with you.

Rita (Rosswurm) and Ron Krawiec

July 2, 2008

You are all in our thoughts and prayers as this long and tedious and brave journey ends for Bo and all of you. We saw him at Jerry's funeral probably at the worst we had seen him. Ron and I enjoyed seeing him in Florida a couple of years ago. As of this time, it does not look like we can attend either the visitation or the funeral. Again, our thoughts are prayers are with you

Mindy Richardson

July 2, 2008

Adam and Family,
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Kurt Snouffer

July 2, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Neil and family on the loss of Terry. Heaven has gained and earth has lost a wonderful human being. Terry will be remembered and loved by all of us.

With deepest sympathy,

Kurt & Diane Snouffer

Lynn and Tom Schopp

July 2, 2008

Dear Neile,

Tom and I were so sad to hear of Terry's passing. We thougt of both of you often and of the terrible struggle you must have had.
We know that now he is in a better place.
We will always be fond of the times we spent with you both. Terry was a kind, funny, intellegent man. The world was better off because he was in it.
You and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Lynn and Tom Schopp

Kathy Gates

July 2, 2008

You are all in my hearts and prayers. Terry was a wonderful man and most certainly a brave one. I first met Terry years ago when we lived in Pine Valley and then had the pleasure of having him and Masterpiece homes build a home for us. I admired his brave fight against his disease and his courage to use his voice to educate others about ALS. I am sorry for your loss and am thankful that I had the pleasure of meeting and working with him. May you all be able to cling to warm and loving memories at this hard time.

Marc & Susan Voirol

July 2, 2008

Michelle & Tony,
What an unbelievable journey your father had made. We are thinking of you and send you and your family lots of love and prayers.

Pat Starr

July 2, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Judy and John Carnaghi

July 2, 2008

Neile and family, John and I were deeply saddened upon/learning of Terry"s passing. We have so many wonderful memories together. He was outstanding in so many ways and we will miss him. What a fighter! John is in charge of his university while his president is away; therefore, we cannot leave town. As result, we will be with you in spirit during this difficult time. Love, Judy and John

Santa Brink

July 2, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies. I will always have fond memories of Terry , when we were at IPFW together. His soul was always filled with fun and goodness. My fondest memory I want to share with you , was after studying ( of course), we would drag race down I-69 (It had just opened and no traffic) in the middle of the day. Terry always looked for that higher level of stimulation and he found it by doing good throughout his life. Santa Brink

Anna Olsen-Kroeger

July 2, 2008

Michelle & Tony-
You & all your family are in our thoughts and prayers. What a brave battle he fought. We love you!
Anna & Kevin Kroeger & Family

Rick Ternet

July 2, 2008

Family,

I am so sorry for the loss of Uncle Bo. You are all in our prayers. Love Rick, Becky and Alyssa Ternet

Terri (Brode) Bradtmueller

July 2, 2008

Sorry to hear of Mr. Ternet's passing. He fought the good fight and will be free and not suffer any longer, from a fellow MD family.

Brian and Courtney Ternet

July 2, 2008

The outpouring of emotion and support from friends and family has been utterly overwhelming. We cannot adequately express how much we all appreciate all the warmth and kindness. Thanks to everyone from the entire Ternet family.

Jim & Margie Sheffield

July 2, 2008

Adam and Amber you and your family are in our prayers.

Ken & Suzanne Wright

July 2, 2008

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Brad Butts

July 2, 2008

Adam, I am sorry to hear about your dad's passing. He sounds like he was a very successful, energetic and courageous man. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

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