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1936
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2012
Terry Lunt Obituary
Feb 29, 1936 - Oct 31, 2012
Terry was born and raised in Arizona. He joined the Navy in 1953. He retired from the Navy in 1972, and relocated to Modesto where he was employed at Rule Dale Auto Plaza for 24 years. While in high school he was a stand out athlete and continued in sports while in the Navy as an All Navy Fast Pitch Softball Pitcher. His passions incuded Classic cars and collecting Pepsi memorabilia for which he became well known. He never stopped collecting. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Martha, son Ray (Teri), daughter Raynene (Ernie), 8 Grandchildren, 6 Great Grandchildren, and preceded in death by 1 Great Grandson. He will be remembered as a Loving Husband, Father and Grandfather. Terry was a big man in stature and lived life to the fullest, but on his own terms. You never had to wonder what was on T.K.'s mind, he would always tell you. Terry always made sure that Family and Friends were first.
A celebration of Terry's life will be held at a later date (TBA).
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for Terry Lunt
kevin mark bever
July 8, 2025
hello,
My wife and I purchased a 1963 Studebaker Avanti with a name plaque stating it was built expressly for Terry K Lunt. We would love to see it this car belonged to your father. Please call Kevin Bever at (209)564-1384
Martha Lunt
March 22, 2013
Rest in peace "Big Fella" I miss you terribly, but realize you are no longer in pain and in a better place. You were the best friend and husband I ever could have wished for. We had a wonderful life together, you gave me more in life than I ever could have imagined. Many wonderful memories and a wonderful family, for which I am very thankful. Until we meet again, all my love forever!!!!!! .
January 28, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Chuck & Martha Deschenes
December 30, 2012
Dear Martha
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. We valued our time with you and Terry at the events we attended at Ray and Teri's and really enjoyed you and Terry's company and participation. You are in our thoughts. We certainly enjoy your family. Ray, Teri and your grandchildren are just the best. Our sincere condolences.
Ted Donner
December 18, 2012
I first meet Terry back in 1966, I work at the same company as Martha. We were having a company softball game between offices and Terry was pitching for the other team. A world class softball pitcher at our play day, it was amazing. I bought my first home from the Lunt's, a single wide mobile home. Several years later I bought another home from the Lunt's, that was in Modesto. We had be come very good friends and over the years I bought several cars from Terry. We went on a 2 week cruise, had a great time, Terry had 2 dinners almost every night. Terry and Martha have been special people in my life for a very long time. I was so sad to see him suffer like he did the last few years. God bless,
Ted Donner
Melissa Lunt
December 17, 2012
Grandpa, Thank you for always being there for me and for our time together here. You were a kind-hearted generous soul and you will me missed. Love you so very much
raynene lunt
December 4, 2012
dad i miss you and think of you every day! love you!
Brent Sehnert
November 16, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I enjoyed all our interaction with glass collecting over the years, Terry will truly be missed by all, god bless.
Carl & Mary Sehnert
November 14, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers as we contemplate the loss of a good friend and fellow collector. He will be greatly missed.
Rick Parker
November 14, 2012
You were always a friend whenever I called and made it seem like we had been
together yesterday. It was a privilege to be able to call you a
friend. Don't wave the checkered flag till I get there....save me a seat.
Judy Ribeiro Gruenbacher
November 13, 2012
Martha, Ray, Raynene, Melissa, and all the family; I am so sorry for your loss. May the Lord bring you comfort and strength. God Bless you all!
Jim Monroe
November 13, 2012
I've known Terry since 1954 when he and my sister got married. He was more than a brother-in-law, he was a friend. We used to swap cars back and forth and he made sure I always got the better deal. He had a real sense of humor and took care of his family and friends. Terry was a big presence who will be missed by all of his family. Good bye my friend. I will miss you.
Debi Rockey
November 13, 2012
Aunt Martha, Raynene and Ray: My sincere condolences over the loss of Uncle Terry. I know there is a huge void in your life right now, but fill that void with all of the wonderful memories you have of him. Remember that big, booming voice and smile. I love you guys.
Phyllis Ribeiro Guaspari
November 13, 2012
Martha, Raynene, Ray, Melissa and family,
I enjoyed Terry's dry sense of humor... he was the one who taught me about slot machines.... first time I ever used one was at his house...lol. May all your many many memories comfort you in this time of sorrow. Mustang heaven has a new angel.
November 13, 2012
My husband and I bought our first car, a light blue Mercury Monterey, together after we were married from Terry in 1973-74, we hit it off right away, being newlyweds Terry had plenty to joke about. Through the years my husband would go see Terry often to look at and talk about cars and every once in a while Terry would get in touch with me to let me know that my husband had the itch to buy a new car, of course I would say no and he'd just laugh and say that's what he thought. We've talked about Terry often in our 40 years of marriage with much fondness and humor. The sandwiches we shared from the Brighter Side and just being with Terry are times we will never forget. Rest in peace dear friend.............. Allen & Ellie Powell
November 13, 2012
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Bill, Loretta & Bernadette Johnston
Kelly Delasandro
November 12, 2012
Martha and family, you are all in my prayers that the Lord may bring you comfort at this time. I will always remember Uncle Terry as big as life. I have so many fond memories spent at your house as a kid, swimming and playing pool and having so much fun! We are sad to have lost you Terry, but am so glad you are where you will suffer no more.
November 12, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ginny Restad
Gina Onishi
November 12, 2012
Terry and Martha were more than neighbors to my parents but family. I'll always have the memories of eating at my parents and our family's cruise vacation with yours. Terry will be missed so very much. Martha I love you and you are so special to my whole family.
Kara Maldonado
November 12, 2012
a Great Loving man!
Joe Sheahan
November 12, 2012
God bless you Martha.Terry was a kind and freindly man. The Pepsi club will miss him. Joe&Penny Sheahan
Steve and Cindy Rosentreter
November 12, 2012
Martha and family , Terry was such a wonderful man. He will be sadly missed by our family.
Colleen Smiley
November 11, 2012
To the entire Lunt family - our thoughts are with you as you go through this transition. It makes me smile to think of Terry enjoying a Pepsi and watching over the friends and family that he left behind. Love always, Colleen and Matt Smiley
Arleen Hopkins
November 11, 2012
Terry was my cousin, but my sister and I looked on Terry as a big brother. When Terry was 9years old and I was 6, we lived with our grandpa and grandma. He enjoyed teasing my sister and me and we had fun tagging along behind him everywhere. Well Terry, it looks like we will be tagging along behind you for one last time. In God's plan and time we will meet again, so until that time goodbye my beloved cousin. Martha, my love and prayers are sent for you and your family. May you find comfort and peace to know that you will see Terry once again someday.
Mike & Jackie Souza
November 11, 2012
Ray and family will be praying for you in this time of your loss.
Ward Yorston
November 10, 2012
Terry Lunt was a humorous,kind person and a professional salesperson. I had the pleasure of working with him some 16 years. Customers would drive two hours just to conduct business with Terry. His repeat and referral business encompassed many counties.He was a great family man and made sure everyone was taken care of . He will be missed by all.
November 9, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with. You Martha, Ray and Raynwne. We cherish the time we ha together. Our love Chris and Norma
Michael & Priscilla Rollins
November 9, 2012
Aunt Martha and family,
Mike and I will miss Uncle Terry's emails. He provided a lot of laughs for us. Just know he is at peace with a diet pepsi can in his hands saying cheers to everyone in heaven. He does not have to suffer anymore. He is now in eternal peace and rest. May God be with you and the family.
Lynne Dixon
November 9, 2012
To all of the Lunt Family
All of the Robbins family have felt that all of you have been family in our hearts. Terry was a great friend to my dad Al and we have so many memories. Are hearts are very sad for your loss. God Bless all of you.
Judy Price
November 9, 2012
God bless you all and keep you in the palm of His hand. I was glad to be counted among Terry's friends. He was a big man in many ways, when he entered a room his presence was known. I love you all and you are in my prayers.
Eva Bourchier
November 8, 2012
Martha I'm so sorry about Terry.... It broke my heart when I herd, he was such a great man... He always put a smile on my face every time I saw him. He will be so missed.
Denise Hopkins
November 7, 2012
My Prayers and thoughts to the family. Terry will ALWAYS be remembered.
November 6, 2012
Dear Martha, Ray and Raynene,
Mr. Lunt, TKL, Terry was a good friend. We will enjoy our many memories of our trips and holidays together. Martha, I know your favorite was our adventure on the "Road To Hana"... good times. Terry, thanks for your friendship, thanks for your help and "Thanks for the memories". Save a place at the table for us. Your friends Jerry and Patti Urban
Anna Moniz
November 5, 2012
To you Martha, my sincere deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family on the huge loss of your beloved friend, husband, soul mate and last but not least wonderful father. I have been with you and Terry for almost two years with my daughter Patricia and she and I grew to love you both very much. I am at a loss for words to describe “what a man he was”, even though as sick as he was and every time my daughter and I went there, he would put a smile in our faces. Terry and you Martha will always have a special place in my heart! God Bless!
Anna
Sandi Baughman
November 5, 2012
Terry was bigger than life. He had a great sense of humor. His interest in cars was legendary as he restored some of the coolest of classics. His Pepsi collection was really extensive. Terry did everything with such passion and put his whole heart into whatever he did....I will never foget him.
Bill and Carla Southland
November 5, 2012
Martha,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time. Your Pepsi Friends,
Bill and Carla Southland
David Wright/Kelch
November 5, 2012
I first met Terry in 1974, thought my Dad, we all bought cars , trucks.., I say all because my dad, me, my kids, x` wifes, cousins, aunts, He wasn't just a car salesmen, he was a family friend, and My Dad & I layed many brick for him thought the years, Terry will be missed by a lot of people, I know he's in Heaven most likely saleing Dad a new Car )))..and looking for some old Pepsi stuff...RIP ol friend, I will hold on to all the great memories I have with you...
November 4, 2012
WE MET TERRY AND MARTHA IN SAN DIEGO IN 1959 WHEN WE SERVED IN THE NAVY. WE HAVE A GOOD HISTORY. TK WILL BE MISSED BUT NOT FORGOTTEN. HE HAS MADE A LASTING IMPRINT ON US. OUR PRAYERS GO WITH MARTHA , RAY AND RAYNENE AND FAMILY.
MARTIN AND JO BECKER--3RD PLANET FROM THE SUN--GALAXY MILKY WAY
Mel & Karen Weseloh
November 4, 2012
We knew Terry through Pepsi collecting and especially enjoyd ouor visits in Branson. Meay our loving God bless and comfort the famil.
Katie Morris
November 4, 2012
Terry is my first cousin and has always been a giant of a friend, too. He and Martha were married at my parents home and I loved that. He was like the brother I never had. Martha and family will always be special to us. He will forever be my gentle giant cousin. Love to the family, Katie Kelly Morris and Dan Morris
Della Nelson
November 4, 2012
Terry was a awesome man.when Raynene and I became good friends I was fortunate enough to spend a lot of time around Terry and Martha.you couldnt know better people than this family.I was afraid or intimated by Terry at first because he was a big man and a straight shooter, but getting to know him he was a big teddy bear.Terry you will be greatly missed by all who had the honor of knowing you.my prayers are with you Martha,Ray,Raynene, and Ernie.my deepest regrets.love you all,Della Nelson
Cheryl and Byron Thomas
November 4, 2012
Martha and Terry....we so enjoyed our visits, dinners and junking adventures with ya'll....hoping to find that unique collectible item, that we just had to have....even though we have been miles apart for sometime....we still cherish those times together. Love, Cheryl and Byron
Craig & Kathy Leaf
November 4, 2012
We met Terry & Martha in Branson, MO at the Ozark Mountain Pepsi Club Show. We connected imeadiately. Terry will be missed by many. Our thoughts and Prayers going out for Martha & the rest their family.
DyAnna Rose
November 4, 2012
YOU WILL BE MISSED TK!! Soar high my friend!
November 4, 2012
I first met Terry through my Best friend, Raynene, in 1972 at High School! He always was a man that would speak his mind, just like my father! I will definately miss Terry as he was a wonderful man! He was always in my prayers during his illness; he will be missed by all but is now in a better place with God and his, "Old, used car lot in the sky"! God Bless the whole family during this time! Jamie and Chris Rowton
Mike & JoAnn Vath
November 4, 2012
We will miss Terry as a friend and fellow Pepsi collector. We first met at Pepsi Fest in Indianapolis in the early 90's and enjoyed conversing with him and Martha at Indy, Branson, Las Vegas and a visit to their home in Turlock a few years ago.
Our prayers to Martha and family.
raynene lunt
November 4, 2012
dad i love you to the end of the numbers! see you later. raynene
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